Jino Distasio

• Winnipeg wants feedback on replacement for ‘Soviet-era’ concrete barricades at Portage and Main

  The city launched a survey Tuesday asking Winnipeggers — with an emphasis on those who live, work or visit downtown — for their recommendations on a reimagined use of the space.

  Canada

  Apr 25, 2023
  
• Proposed Polo Park development could be transformative for Winnipeg, developer says

  The developers behind a massive, proposed development at Polo Park say they think the project could help reshape west Winnipeg, as well as the city as a whole.

  Canada

  Jan 13, 2023
  
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• Nova Scotia housing crisis: Canadian jurisdictions with rent control weigh in

  Global News spoke with three Canadian provinces with rent control to see how their systems are working.

  Canada

  Sep 3, 2021
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• Tax rebates for $400 million Portage Place redevelopment not unusual: urban planner

  The program, Manitoba Works Capital Incentive, will use incremental education property tax rebates to support companies making a significant investment in the province.

  Economy

  May 20, 2020
• Portage Place revamp hopes to keep community ‘that’s desperately needed’

  The developers behind an announced $300-$400-million revamp of Portage Place say their new design will still allow groups and people to congregate — and hope it becomes a destination for the surrounding community.

  Canada

  Dec 20, 2019
• WATCH: A tax to commute to Winnipeg?

  Should bedroom communities right next door to the city of Winnipeg contribute to the Winnipeg tax base?

  Consumer

  Mar 3, 2016
• WATCH: Winnipeg tax fight began more than a decade ago

  It's why city mayors have been saying for years, they need new sources of money, a fight that has gone nowhere so far.

  Economy

  Mar 2, 2016
• Reduce speed limits at high collision intersections: Professor

  Once again, five high traffic areas have been deemed the riskiest to drive through by Manitoba Public Insurance.

  Jan 15, 2016
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• Construction to cause delays as students head back to school in Winnipeg

  It’s been said Winnipeg has two seasons, winter and construction. And this summer there’s been no shortage of delays and detours. With a record $103 million dollars to spend, the city says this is their busiest road construction season ever.

  Sep 3, 2015