The Manitoba government is investing $11.3 million in the province’s winter road system, an increase of $1.8 million from 2023.

Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor said Friday that - quote - “Winter roads are a lifeline for many northern communities and increasing our investment in their construction emphasizes our government’s recognition of their importance.”

She added that many families use these roads to re-supply, access health-care services and run their businesses.

This increase in funding will allow the province to fund the winter road from St. Theresa Point to Berens River.

Manitoba’s winter road system is made of temporary routes that are open from late January to mid-March, depending on weather conditions.

Naylor noted that the majority of the winter road network is now open for traffic.