Monday, March 23, 2026
The Government of Manitoba announced the building a new personal care home (PCH) in the Bridgwater neighbourhood of Waverly West, with community consultations beginning in June.
“Manitoba’s seniors built our province. They worked hard and sacrificed to make life better for their children and their grandchildren, and now it’s our turn to take care of them,” said Premier Wab Kinew. “Budget 2026’s investment is a signal to seniors in southwest Winnipeg: more care is coming your way.”
Since October 2023, the Manitoba government has reopened 145 of 222 PCH beds provincewide, the premier noted. The new PCH in Bridgwater builds on the Manitoba government’s investment in protecting 78 beds at the Golden Door Geriatric Centre, which is now accepting seniors.
“Seniors are the pillars of our communities. From the very beginning, we committed to taking better care of seniors and building up long-term care so folks can age with dignity,” said Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara. “Long-term care capacity fell behind in Manitoba, with beds closed and projects stalled. Our budget reflects the commitment to repair and strengthen the system while expanding access for Manitoba’s growing and aging population.”
The Manitoba government will begin public consultations in June, engaging community members and front-line health-care staff about how a new PCH can best meet the needs of Bridgwater residents and families, the minister noted.
“We are so grateful for the announcement of the Bridgwater personal care home,” said Albert Friesen, board member, Winnipeg Mennonite Seniors Care Inc. “Bridgwater will be a small-house model, which transforms the daily life for a senior by delivering personalized care, dignity and a true sense of home. Bridgwater will set a new standard for senior care in our community by combining compassionate staff, thoughtful design and strong partnerships with local health and social services. We look forward to welcoming residents and families, and to continuing our work with government and community partners to ensure every senior receives the care they deserve.”
Through Budget 2026, the Manitoba government is investing $71.8 million to build new PCHs provincewide. Construction is underway at the 95-bed PCH in Lac du Bonnet and construction of the 59-bed Arborg PCH expansion will begin this summer, the premier noted, adding that an 83-bed expansion at Park Manor Care Home in Transcona is also in development, with construction expected to start this winter. Together, these homes will add 237 more beds for seniors.
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