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Transportation Systems Planning and Development

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Mandate

 “To assess and plan Manitoba’s multi-modal transportation systems from a strategic perspective that supports provincial transportation priorities and policies related to community and economic development, trade, safety, security, efficiency and sustainability.”


The Transportation Systems Planning and Development Branch is responsible for:

  • Developing strategic plans and policies for sustainable transportation systems to meet the present and future needs of the province. 
  • Identifying emerging planning issues and developing strategic policy options for consideration.
  • Directing transportation system studies and undertaking economic and service analysis of infrastructure projects as an input to highway investment decision-making.
  • Working towards the implementation of strategic initiatives that will enhance the safety, security, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability of Manitoba’s transportation network.
  • Leading the process of public/stakeholder consultations on transportation infrastructure planning.
  • Ensuring that economic development, land use, social considerations and other issues are incorporated into the planning process.
  • Developing innovative highway financing strategies and technical information and policy advice, toward achieving sustainable highway systems.
  • Providing technical information and advice on transportation costs, service and other information to public and private sector organizations and agencies.

Branch Activities: