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[Wpg_Guy]

824-830 Grosvenor Ave Multi-Family Development
Location: 824, 826 & 830 Grosvenor Avenue
Developer:
Architect: Affinity Architecture Inc
Status: In development
Documents: March 11th, 2026 - Stakeholder Meeting - Presentation
Media:
Description: In a stakeholder presentation delivered on March 11, 2026, Landmark Planning & Design Inc. and Affinity Architecture Inc., on behalf of a local Winnipeg developer, unveiled two preliminary design concepts for the consolidation and redevelopment of three properties at 824, 826, and 830 Grosvenor Avenue in the McMillan neighbourhood. The proposal seeks to rezone the 18,042-square-foot site from Residential Two-Family (R2) to Residential Multi-Family (RMF) to accommodate a four-storey residential building containing 45 one- and two-bedroom dwelling units, supported by 30–35 parking stalls (a combination of underground and above-ground stalls accessed from the rear lane), accessible and visitor parking, dedicated bike parking, and enhanced landscaping opportunities. The conceptual designs, which illustrate potential bulk and scale while remaining subject to ongoing refinement based on community feedback, feature two massing options differentiated primarily by primary entrance orientation—one facing Grosvenor Avenue and the other Lilac Street—both aligning with City policies under OurWinnipeg 2045, Complete Communities 2.0, and the Corydon-Osborne Area Plan that encourage sensitive higher-density infill in transit-served, amenity-rich mature communities. The project team will incorporate stakeholder input from the current engagement round, return with a preferred design in May 2026, and target formal development application submission to the City of Winnipeg in spring 2026.
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[plrh]

Originally Posted by jim_bred

When you drive by wave, I’m in the middle of the field right now on a dozer.a

Edit - if I knew how to upload files I would upload the site plan.

I worked for the big red tee for 5 years in the 2000s. They aren't the worst. Maybe I know you, I still have family there.

[plrh]

Originally Posted by bomberjet

Between Fermor and Dawson will be commercial big box strip mall type stuff.

It's called Dawson Crossing. It has some apartments too.

[Wpg_Guy]

The word vibrancy in the context of urban planning is seriously overused nowadays.

Avison Young announces Winnipeg’s newest large-scale retail and multifamily development



Dawson Crossing, now under construction, will contribute to the solution for more housing
Winnipeg, Manitoba – Global commercial real estate advisor, Avison Young, introduces Dawson Crossing – one of the last available developments in Winnipeg’s southeast, now available for sale or lease.

Fronting onto Fermor Avenue, a part of the Trans-Canada Highway, this retail and multifamily destination will serve as the gateway to cottage country in Eastern Manitoba as well as Northwestern Ontario. The proposed development will include approximately 250,000 square feet of retail capacity for large-format anchor parcels and street-facing storefronts – highly visible to more than 65,000 vehicles that pass through daily.

“Dawson Crossing offers one piece of the puzzle toward resolving Winnipeg’s housing shortage by providing up to 3,000 residential units near planned transit. It will add to the vibrancy of other neighbourhoods already established to the west and south,” said Todd Labelle, Vice President, Avison Young. “Dawson Crossing will be surrounded by 12 acres of parkland, as well as convenient retail offerings, given the multi-purpose design. This is a premier, desirable location adjacent to one of the city’s busiest transportation corridors.”

The development is adjacent to Sage North and Sage Creek, two premier, master-planned communities of residences, retail, parkland, and scenic trails. Other thriving neighbourhoods in the area include Southland Park, Royalwood, and Windsor Park.

Designed to accommodate retailers of every scale – from large grocers to dining, medical, and daily needs – Dawson Crossing will set the stage for businesses seeking visibility, accessibility, and long-term stability necessary for sustained retail success. Retail in the surrounding areas report strong absorption and consistently limited availability. For example, vacancies are approximately 3.4% in St. Vital, 1.3% in St. Boniface, 1.2% in Transcona, and effectively 0.0% in East Kildonan.

“Dawson Crossing is positioned to meet retail demand by introducing new opportunities supported by expanding residential density and regional connectivity,” added Labelle.

Avison Young

[ColdRain&Snow]

Originally Posted by Wpg_Guy

They are planning for a 2027 opening.

Cool thanks. Looking forward to checking out the building once it opens.

[jim_bred]

Originally Posted by Wpg_Guy

The word vibrancy in the context of urban planning is seriously overused nowadays.


Avison Young

There's multi-family being built above Sourthland to the west of Dawson crossing right now. Pipe going in.

[jim_bred]

Originally Posted by plrh

I worked for the big red tee for 5 years in the 2000s. They aren't the worst. Maybe I know you, I still have family there.

My dad started in 85 and worker there until he retired, I started in 2010.

I'm sure we know some of the same people a few are still around.

[bomberjet]

Originally Posted by jim_bred

Having spent a lot of time in Devonshire including last fall on Davy Drive I can tell you that’s a very bad location for a school. Traffic will be a nightmare.

800!

My kids K-8 school has over 800 students and staff. Traffic isn't so bad really. I had seen some reports for the new Devonshire school about traffic. And where drop-offs are and aren't allowed. We'll see how they manage it. Probably a better location here than on Peguis and Transcona Blvd for an elementary school. IIRC they might plan for a high school on that land.

Saying that, I don't get why Devonshire wasn't made 4 lanes like the rest of it. Cheaping out I guess.


And as always, thank you Wpg_Guy for the exceptional work on this forum!

[ColdRain&Snow]

Originally Posted by bomberjet

And as always, thank you Wpg_Guy for the exceptional work on this forum!

Agreed!

[rkspec]

Originally Posted by Wpg_Guy

I was told that the school was going up at the old Sumka Brothers Greenhouse at Peguis and Ravelston a cpl blocks away!
The person who told me this said thats why they sold the land, but i guess it was fake news.

now im wondering if there are any plans for the Sumka site.
*Edit*
I just saw BomberJets post about it might be a hi school.

[Biff]

This is one of the quiet things the Government doesn't want people to know.

They previous government bought the Sumka land for this new school project.

It was going to be one of the 11 schools project the PC Government was going to build through a P3 delivery method.

When the NDP Government came into power, the Premier quickly cancelled the 11 schools project. They resurrected a new schools project in the form of a 4 school package tendered uning Construction Management delivery.

They also bought the land on Devonshire for the new school site.

There is no plan for the Sumka land.

[bomberjet]

I'd rather the City or Province use it for something instead of more condos to be honest.. Maybe the high school thing I heard was a rumour. At the very least they could work together to finish up the intersection and pathway!!

[wags_in_the_peg]

Originally Posted by FactaNV

Any plans for commercial space or other amenities?

Sage Creek just down the road has more retail & services than almost any other part of the city. I know many you pro downtown folks will crap on it but it's crazy the number of restaurants and services (bank, chiro, physio etc) have located there. and there's room to add more

[bomberjet]

Nah Sage Creek had good services. We just debate on the 'walkable' nature of the area.

[drew]

^ it needs good services.

It's so far flung it would be a real hassle otherwise.

[cllew]

Originally Posted by bomberjet

I'd rather the City or Province use it for something instead of more condos to be honest.. Maybe the high school thing I heard was a rumour. At the very least they could work together to finish up the intersection and pathway!!

Isn't that the Peguis intersection where one of the RETSD trustees a few years ago got censured for 90 days over talking to somebody in the city without the school boards approval about how to fix it?

ETA

Yes I see he talked to Transcona councilor Russ Wyatt about something related to the land parcel the division was going to buy, but nobody wants to say on the record what the conversation was about

[Mr Tall Forehead]

Originally Posted by wags_in_the_peg

Sage Creek just down the road has more retail & services than almost any other part of the city. I know many you pro downtown folks will crap on it but it's crazy the number of restaurants and services (bank, chiro, physio etc) have located there. and there's room to add more

Chiro and physio to address all the sore backs and necks from the constant and never ending commutes?

[jim_bred]

Originally Posted by bomberjet

I'd rather the City or Province use it for something instead of more condos to be honest.. Maybe the high school thing I heard was a rumour. At the very least they could work together to finish up the intersection and pathway!!

I was told they owned both pieces of land and hadn't decided which to use for this school. This was last summer so they obviously chose the Devonshire site.

[bomberjet]

Originally Posted by drew

^ it needs good services.

It's so far flung it would be a real hassle otherwise.

Sage creek is good for people in Grande Pointe, Ile Des Chenes, etc too.

[bomberjet]

Has there been any news on that development next to the McLaren? IIRC that one was speculative at best. With the Royal Bank now being closed, maybe some opportunity to consolidate or am I dreaming?