Livability Score

86
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (135) A+
Entertainment (134) A+
Food and Drink (371) A+
Fitness (94) A+
Groceries (127) A+
Parks (1508) A+
Shops (550) A+
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 8.8% take public transportation in Winnipeg.
Public Transit Stops (5260)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
8.8%
B
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Winnipeg is 78/100 - which is 6% lower than Manitoba.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C
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crime F

Winnipeg crime rates are 6,088 per 100k, which is 19% lower than Manitoba
Property Crime
4,410 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
1,678 crimes per 100k
F
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employment B-

The median income in Winnipeg is $80,928 - which is equal to Manitoba.
Med. Household Income
$80,928
D+
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
D+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (195)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
B
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housing A

Winnipeg home prices are $334,700 - which is 5% lower than Manitoba
Home Price
$334,700
F
Home Appreciation Rate
13%
D
Home Affordability
4.1x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools A+

The Winnipeg graduation rate is 85% - which is 6% higher than Manitoba
School Test Scores
N/A
High School Grad. Rates
85%
C
Elementary Schools (234) A+
High Schools (126) A+
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ratings F

Winnipeg has an overall rating of 34% from 27 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes
F
User Surveys (25)
From AreaVibes
C+
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only good for gr. 9 and 10. 3 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 27, 2024) many of the students in ptec (including alumni) are in multiple group discord servers, and this is a collective review that I have seen from the chats we've had. i had similar experiences but now it sounds like it's even worse.
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The first 2 years (Gr. 9 and Gr.
...Read More 10) are a good opportunity for you to get your hands wet in coding and the CCNA stuff. but, the teachers will only give you the bare minimum. when you get into MITT, its like a 1/5 rating. the instructors are poorly trained (the software one at least) or are barely supported by the administration, and the . courses are never completed on time, and half the time you are just learning on your own. it's even been so bad that one of the classes would be left for an hour on end (for like 2 weeks) with no work given because the instructor was too busy dealing with administration restrictions for a whole week plus now to get the diploma in ccna track you have to pay for the extra year.

Honest recommendation; learn as much as you can in the first 2 years, gather resources, make connections, then dip and learn on your own. why waste your 2 most important high school years in a program that is only half-good for gr. 9 and 10. take any classes your interested in and that will help you. out of all the graduates, only 1 has actually gotten a *decent* job right after ptec graduation, and that too because the guy worked really hard with little to no support from staff. he learned it all on his own.

everyone else has gone to university taking the same into-to-comp-sci classes. yet you can not even claim this credit because the universities don't even highly rate ptec/mitt itself. They make you re-take the class (and this is the same stuff you learn in a regular high school comp-sci class). you should still sign up for gr 9 and 10, but for gr 11 and 12 take your regular classes and learn on your own (most of the instructors use the cisco curriculum, and for the coding everyone just uses youtube).

on paper it sounds like a great program, and if the school division actually invests some time then it can be on par with the u of w's collegiate and sisler high school, but until then, be careful.

I have heard that people in the coding program have said that it's very easy but they also don't learn a lot. Apparently their former instructor resigned because he got too fed up with the administration. In CCNA, it's very hard due to the amount of work they put on you. Do not expect to be able to take any other classes at your host high school. Plus, most of us in CCNA have eventually just transitioned into computer science, so half the time we all think about whether it was even worth it.
Oh and depending on which school you go to, transportation is one of the biggest issues. but I think this may be resolved as some of the new gr. 9's have said that everyone goes to PTC. Read Less
Worst School Ever 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 15, 2023) I used to work here, the students would always vape in class, i saw drug trades. i went in a month ago, it’s the same. ...Read More Read Less
Aaron was right 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 28, 2022) The rating is obviously wrong and needs updating. Winnipeg is a horrible place to live. It's dark and cold and full of crazy people who will shank you for looking at them the wrong way. Winters are abysmal. Winterpeg stays cold until April, and even after that it's moderately chi ...Read More lly. Crime is terrible too. Manitoba is the violent crime capital of Canada. It has the highest homicide rate, and Winterpeg has the country's highest rate of robbery. Wasteland with abysmal crime rates. Jobs aren't good either. It takes a long time to find a good job here, let alone a job at all. Most of Manitoba's poor people live here. At least there's stuff to do here before the cold and the crazies both get you. Read Less
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Aaron was right 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 28, 2022) The rating is obviously wrong and needs updating. Winnipeg is a horrible place to live. It's dark and cold and full of crazy people who will shank you for looking at them the wrong way. Winters are abysmal. Winterpeg stays cold until April, and even after that it's moderately chi ...Read More lly. Crime is terrible too. Manitoba is the violent crime capital of Canada. It has the highest homicide rate, and Winterpeg has the country's highest rate of robbery. Wasteland with abysmal crime rates. Jobs aren't good either. It takes a long time to find a good job here, let alone a job at all. Most of Manitoba's poor people live here. At least there's stuff to do here before the cold and the crazies both get you. Read Less

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      Winnipeg, MB

      Named for nearby Lake Winnipeg, this city in Manitoba was a trading centre for aboriginal people long before European settlers arrived. Today, Winnipeg is one of the most populous cities in Canada and has a thriving economy with many employment opportunities in the trade, education, manufacturing and health sectors. The city is a lively, multicultural one with a large aboriginal population, as well as a vibrant community of international residents. This Winnipeg Livability guide will help you make the most of Winnipeg, whether you’re heading to the city as a tourist or for a more long-term stay.

      The primary causes of Winnipeg’s high rate of immigration are the low cost of living and inexpensive housing, which is lower than the national average and offers spacious accommodation in safe neighbourhoods. Downtown Winnipeg has seen major redevelopment in the past few years so this area is ideal for those willing to spend a bit more on living expenses, albeit with the advantage being close to all the bars, restaurants, shops and cultural activities of the city. Osborne Village is a popular residential neighbourhood with a number of good schools in the area. Wherever you choose to live in Winnipeg, you’ll find it easy to get around. Winnipeg Transit offers well-connected bus services that make it easy to get around the city. Locals usually find this one of the quickest and most convenient ways to get around the city, as the large population and urban sprawl often leads to heavy traffic and road closures. Winnipeg is also served by a wide rail system with direct rail connections to the US.

      Winnipeg has plenty of options for eating and drinking. If you’re looking for a big night out, head to the Exchange District, The Forks, Croydon Village or Ellice Avenues. These areas are alive with trendy bars and restaurants and you’re sure to find a place that caters to any cuisine you may crave. For family fun, head to Assiniboine Park, a favorite spot for summer picnics and barbeques. Other popular children-friendly sites include the Bruce D. Campbell Farm and Food Discovery Centre, the International Polar Bear Conservation Centre and the Tinkertown Family Fun Park.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Winnipeg? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      McDermot Lane Park
      Odeon Park
      Old Market Square
      Old Market Square
      Stephen Juba Park
      Millennium Library Park
      Steinkopf Gardens
      Chinese Gardens

      Entertainment

      Opera Ultralounge
      Cinematheque
      Manitoba Theatre Centre
      Winnipeg Police Museum
      Pantages Playhouse
      Cube
      The Cube
      Shaw Park

      Food & Drink

      A&W
      Danook
      Local Public Eatery
      Shawarma Khan
      Bodegoes
      Smoke's Poutinerie
      Times Change(d) High and Lonesome Club
      Bijou Patio

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Winnipeg? Of all people who commute, 8.8% take public transportation in Winnipeg.
      Drive to Work
      39%

      1% lower than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      9%

      2% higher than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Winnipeg a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      South Entrance
      Emergency
      Seven Oaks General Hospital
      Health Sciences Centre
      Misericordia Health Centre
      Concordia Hospital
      Saint Boniface General Hospital
      Victoria General Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Rexall
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Loblaw Pharmacy
      Safeway Pharmacy
      People's Pharmacy
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      The Medicine Shoppe
      Shoppers Drug Mart

      Doctors

      Mount Carmel Clinic
      Four Rivers Clinic
      Dr. C. Lowden
      Dr. M.J. Evans, Dr. J.B. Sharkey
      Dr. J. Gillespie
      Dr. K. Blouw
      Dr. A. Vattheuer, Dr. K. Klym, Dr. S. Ahmad
      Dr. N. Klassen