The Manitoba government has launched public consultations to gather feedback on enhancing safety at the intersection of the Trans-Canada Highway and Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 5 near Carberry.
This move follows a tragic collision at the site on June 15, 2023, that killed 17 people. No criminal charges were laid in that accident.
Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting victims and their families while improving road safety. “We want to hear from those who use this stretch of highway and know it the best to weigh in on what option they would like to see used at this intersection,” said Naylor.
A public open house to discuss the design options for the intersection will be held at the Carberry Community Memorial Hall on July 16, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will provide attendees with an opportunity to comment on the project and learn about the next steps in the design process. Public feedback on the intersection options will also be collected this fall through the EngageMB website.
Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) plans to identify a preferred layout for the intersection by late 2024, with a functional design report expected in early 2025. The improvements are scheduled for completion in the fall of 2026.
Additionally, the province will conduct public consultations for the intersection of PTH 12 and Provincial Road (PR) 210. An open house for this project is set for July 11 at Club Jovial in Ste. Anne, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The session will outline the project, present design alternatives, and explain the next steps. Community feedback will be solicited both at the event and online in mid-July.
The development of these intersection projects is part of Manitoba’s multi-year infrastructure investment strategy, which outlines a five-year plan for strategic investments in roads, highways, bridges, airports, and flood protection across the province.
Minister Naylor underscored the importance of public input in shaping these projects, noting that the comments and feedback from Manitobans will guide the development of the final designs.