Entreprises Riel plays a pivotal role as a valued partner in numerous BIZ initiatives, contributing significantly to their success. Often, we take the initiative to launch projects and collaborate closely with BIZ organizations to facilitate physical improvements and deliver impactful programming, all with the ultimate goal of bolstering local businesses.

In St-Norbert, our commitment remains unwavering as we lead the charge for the creation of a canoe and kayak launch on the La Salle River, while actively exploring other opportunities for positive community development.

Our continued collaboration with the Provencher BIZ has borne fruit, including the implementation of several projects outlined in their 2020 Strategic Development Plan. We actively encouraged the BIZ to apply for the Canada Community Revitalization Fund, supporting key components of the Strategic Development Plan for the Boulevard. Specifically, we assisted in crafting a compelling proposal that focused on illuminating the Boulevard’s trees and introducing captivating art installations in the walkways. We are pleased to report that this project was selected, and progress has been made in its partial implementation.

Additionally, we are pleased to work with the City of Winnipeg and the Norwood Grove BIZ to drive forward the realization of the Moving on Marion development plan. The city has undertaken the functional design phase of the Moving on Marion, which aims to determine how to improve the roadway, traffic flow, safety, and livability aspects of Marion Street – from St. Mary’s Road to Lagimodière Boulevard; and Lagimodière Boulevard – from Marion Street to Dugald Road.

Vue Taché is a new 7-storey concrete and steel condominium development by StreetSide Development Corporation (Winnipeg) and Qualico Winnipeg nearing completion at 780 Taché Avenue across from Parc Elzéar Goulet in old St-Boniface. The development is mostly complete and is 95% leased. Vue Taché has a total of eighty-seven units and underground parking with apartment sizes range from 786 to 1,868 square feet.

Initiated by the Réseau Compassion Network, this $15 million project is a 48-suite mixed-income rental apartment complex with related services on the main floor. Twenty units are designed to be affordable housing for new immigrants, people living with disabilities and those struggling with mental health and addictions. This project has effectively turned a surface parking lot into a high-density development which bodes very well for businesses in the Norwood Grove. Upon substantial completion, the entire facility is leased up which is a good indication of the housing needs in this area.

This project is a 6-storey mixed-use building development encompassing sixty-five residential units and two small scale commercial units on the ground floor and it was completed over the last year. We are incredibly pleased with the result of this high-density project which adds new vibrancy to the area.

This property is also the result of a land assembly undertaken by Entreprises Riel. This unique 6-storey development will include 3 one-bedroom units, 16 two–bedroom units ranging in size from 776 square feet to 1,109 square feet, and 1 three-bedroom unit. The 8 single room occupancy units will be located on the second floor and have access to a shared kitchen/lounge room.

This property represents the culmination of a strategic land assembly effort spearheaded by Entreprises Riel, spanning several years. We diligently sought out a developer who not only embraced our vision for the site, but we also assisted them throughout the design, public engagement, and zoning processes. Last year, we were thrilled to announce that the city had granted approval for an impressive 8-storey mixed-use building, featuring two levels dedicated to retail and commercial spaces, along with 96 rental units. Construction was slated to commence in the 2022-23 season but for many reasons including the rising cost of borrowing, the project has been delayed, marking a pivotal milestone for the Provencher area.

This project is poised to make a substantial impact on Provencher, bringing new vitality into the neighborhood by attracting new residents and businesses to the vibrant strip.