Bridge replacement, highway upgrades part of province’s 2026 construction plan

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Demolishment and replacement of a deteriorating bridge and upgrades to worn Manitoba highways are on the province’s construction list next year.

The province released its 2026 tender advertising schedule last week at the Manitoba Heavy Construction Association’s awards breakfast.

The schedule serves as a heads-up of sorts to construction and material supply companies who plan to bid on upcoming projects.

Among the list – intersection improvements on Highway 12 and Provincial Road 210 southwest of Ste. Anne, upgrades to Highway 5 from Provincial Roads 276 to 20 and restructuring on a stretch of Highway 14 from Rosenfeld to Highway 75.

An aging bridge in Brunkild is also set for demolition and replacement after it was closed in September due to “structural instability.”

Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor said the province’s planned slate of projects in 2026 will also strengthen northern Manitoba roads, with another ambitious highway project still in the province’s sights.

“We’re committed to twinning the Trans-Canada Highway and improving PTH 2 as part of our work to support strong communities and grow our economy,” she said in a news release.

The complete schedule can be read on the province’s website.