Things You SHOULD Know Before Moving to Winnipeg, Manitoba with Realtor, Jennifer Queen (2022)

In this video, we discuss things that you should know before moving to Winnipeg, Manitoba. Your Realtor, Jennifer Queen at RE/MAX discusses key considerations!
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1. Our Crime. If you have googled crime in Winnipeg, you may have noticed that we have an above-average crime rate. But honestly, don’t think that we are in a city where you are going to be looking over your shoulder when you are walking down the street. There are definitely areas that are less safe at night, just as in any city. But the majority of our violent crime here is gang-related or of a domestic nature.

2. A variety of communities. If you are looking for downtown living, there are more limited options. What we do have though, are great sprawling neighbourhoods that offer an abundance of green spaces, safe walking trails or sidewalks, and development with family in mind.

3. You need a car. We DO have public transit here, but the scheduling options aren’t as great as some other cities – and with our weather, standing outside at a bus stop in the Winter can be pretty unbearable.

4. Our education systems – we have arguably some of the best schools in Canada, from preschool to post-secondary and graduate studies. There are also great options for Montessori schooling and private schools here too. We have two major and well renowned universities, the University of Winnipeg which has a downtown campus, and the University of Manitoba which offers a variety of programs including Medicine, Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, Agribusiness, and so much more.

5.It’s Cold. Like, really cold. I moved here from two hours east in Northwestern Ontario – and let me tell you, it is actually colder in Winnipeg than it is in Kenora, Ontario. This is mostly due to the windchill factor.

6.Our tax rates – We are one of the more highly taxed provinces in Canada – sitting at 8th most taxed in Canada, but the highest taxed of all the Prairie Provinces. See table here: https://www.taxtips.ca/taxrates/taxcomparison/top-marginal-tax-rates-in-canada.htm.

7. The cost of living in Winnipeg. We have very affordable housing here – almost half of the national average at the time of recording (national average was around $700,000 and we are sitting at an average home price of $321,000). Then you need to look at our utility costs. We play home to Manitoba Hydro – a huge hydro electric exporter – and because we are receiving that electricity direct from the source, our kilowatt hours are about a third of what people pay in other provinces.

8. We also have great sports here – whether you want to be a participant or a spectator. For professional sports, the Canada Life Centre is home of the Winnipeg Jets NHL hockey team, as well as the Manitoba Moose, AHL hockey team. Pro-tip: If you are lucky enough to get Jets tickets during playoffs, be sure to wear white! We are known for our Winnipeg Whiteouts! IG field plays home to our CFL football team, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers as well as our professional soccer team, FC Valour. And Shaw Park, right on Waterfront drive plays home to the Goldeyes. If you are wanting to get involved yourself, there are a number of leagues that you can join depending on your sport of choice. Winnipeg Rec League, CanLan Sports, University intramural leagues among other options offered around the City.

9. There is NO REASON to be bored in Winnipeg. There are a variety of programs offered by the City of Winnipeg – their leisure guide comes out twice a year with program offerings. There are often an abundance of affordable activities that you can sign up for – whether it be swimming lessons, dance, or even sushi-making and painting! Or getting outside and skating on the Assiniboine river trails, or enjoying a race at Assiniboia Downs in the summer. There are a ton of options!

10. The people are amazing. Read the license plate – friendly Manitoba! I moved here from a small town, and was worried about meeting new people and Mom groups – finding friends. But Winnipeg has absolutely welcomed me with open arms.

11. The majority of the population in Manitoba actually lives in Winnipeg. However, there are other great alternatives in the province to living in the province. Brandon is the next biggest City, and it is halfway between Winnipeg and Regina, Saskatchewan.

12. Real Estate Market. Winnipeg has turned out to be a very stable market for investing in Real Estate. No, we don’t tend to get the huge rates of inflation like some of our major city counterparts, however if you look at Winnipeg home values over the last 50 years, you will see a slow increase in property prices over time. It’s been a very solid and predictable market otherwise, which has allowed many homeowners stable investments.

If you want help buying or selling in Winnipeg, please reach out! Jennifer@JenniferQueen.com

The Jennifer Queen Team
RE/MAX Professionals
(204) 797-7945

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