Getting There
Canada Life Centre, Winnipeg, MB
Data updated: 2025-26
Driving
Directions
From the south: Take Route 42 (Pembina Highway) north to downtown, turn west on Portage Avenue. From the west: Take the Trans-Canada Highway (Route 1) east to downtown.
Details
From the north: Take Main Street south to Portage Avenue. The arena is at 345 Graham Avenue (True North Place/Portage & Hargrave).
Public Transit
Directions
Winnipeg Transit buses serve downtown with stops near Canada Life Centre. $3.15 CAD fare. No rail transit in Winnipeg.
Details
The arena is walkable from most downtown hotels. The Forks market district is nearby.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber/Lyft or Unicity Taxi drop-off is on Hargrave Street near the arena entrance.
Details
Expect moderate waits after games.
Travel
Overview
Canada Life Centre is on Portage Avenue in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. The arena is connected to the pedway and skywalk system, which is essential in Winnipeg's extreme winter climate. Most fans drive and park in connected parkades or take the bus. Winnipeg doesn't have rail transit. The city is compact and the arena is centrally located, but outdoor walking in winter requires serious preparation.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“Use a connected parkade in winter. The pedway from True North Square to the arena means zero outdoor exposure.”
“Winnipeg Transit buses on Portage Avenue are the most direct public transit option.”
“In winter (which is most of the season), walking more than 2-3 blocks outside requires a parka, insulated boots, and face protection.”
“Rideshare is functional in Winnipeg. Expect $10-15 from most neighborhoods.”
“If staying at the Fairmont or Alt Hotel, you're steps from the arena, no transportation needed.”
“Plug in your car if using a surface lot in winter. Engine block heaters are essential in Winnipeg cold.”