Portage & District Business Review 2023

PORTAGE & DISTRICT

Business Review

Breathing new life into Saskatchewan Avenue

Mayor Sharilyn Knox loves her role

2023

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A message from the

President

Guy Moffat Welcome to the new addition of the Portage and District

in addition to an information evening last fall, we offered to

Business Review. There has been a lot of activity and change

assist with distributing updates to our members as well as

since our last edition. First and foremost is the change in our

our local media outlets, which we have been doing weekly.

organization’s management. This summer we said farewell to Cindy MacDonald as our Executive Director as she set sights on expanding her experience in a new role with one of our members, Southport Aerospace.

We hosted many successful events of the last year, and one that stands out for me moving the State of the City/RM/ School Division to a new platform. This year, the event was hosted at Prairie Fusion and moved to the evening. We had

With that change, our Board was in search of a new

a great meal and got to hear directly from leaders from each

Executive Director, and we are excited to welcome Stefanie

of the organizations in their address to our membership,

Dunn to the role. Stefanie has brought some new experience

and representatives from the City, RM, and School Division

and energy to our organization and is working hard to

were also at each of the tables. The delegates sitting at each

connect with our membership.

table rotated on a regular basis to a new table so there was an

We’ve been listening to our members and as a result became an advocate for communication around the Saskatchewan Avenue redevelopment. Some of our members were

opportunity for our membership to visit with RM and City councilors, as well as Trustees from School Division, and they were able to discuss some of the topics on their minds.

We are continuously striving to improve, grow, and bring

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WHY CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP?

WELCOME TO THE CHAMBER Thank you for your interest in joining the Chamber! In this package you’ll get further details outlining the application process, benefits and history on Chambers.

In terms of what you’ll get from me as the Executive Director, I strive to represent all my members to the best of my ability. Providing resources and supports such as information on changing regulations, discounts for members, and additional training opportunities for further education is just the beginning. I will also advocate for members, and lobby government regarding policies that will have a negative effect on how my Members operate.

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Say hi to the new executive director

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ver the summer, the Portage & District Chamber of

dance studio or theatre setting. I pursued this passion into

Commerce welcomed its new Executive Director,

post-secondary, then eventually settled into a Communications

Stefanie Dunn. Beginning in mid-August, Stefanie

Program with a focus in Broadcast Journalism. I was fortunate

brings with her a wealth of experience, new ideas, and strong

enough to work as a journalist with Global News in Alberta for

ties to the community, making her the perfect person to take

several years but returned to Portage soon after the birth of my

the Chamber new places.

first child. I’ve worked in non-profit since returning, and my

We talked to Stefanie recently about her work, the Chamber, and what’s ahead.

Please tell us a bit about yourself

most recent role was as Executive Director for Prairie Fusion Arts & Entertainment for three-and-a-half years.

What does the job entail?

I network with local businesses, provide resources and

I was raised in Portage la Prairie, and my family has owned

supports, do accounting, and advocate for needs of our

a business in this community my entire life. I grew up with

members so they can run their businesses as usual – basically,

a passion for performing arts and could often be found in a

everything to help members grow.

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What is it you like most about the job/industry/ Chamber?

I have strong roots in this community and a vested interest in continuing to support and strengthen its business core. I’m a naturally social individual, so I am looking forward to having many conversations with members, community stakeholders, and local shoppers. I believe the Chamber is an invaluable resource, a very important part of a community’s success and growth. I look forward to creating innovative campaigns to encourage shopping local and advocating for members.

to navigate the rapidly changing economy and landscape of how we shop as consumers. Long term, I dream of extending the Chamber’s reach into providing a bigger platform for female entrepreneurs and assisting some of the existing committees and organizations working to address barriers in the work force so we can continue to flourish and grow our great city.

Have you encountered any challenges yet in your position?

I think one of the most important factors in learning a new role is to be able to listen and have patience. I’m very eager to launch

What is your vision for the Chamber as you settle into the role and what are you most excited about?

into some of my ideas and implement some new changes, but

The previous ED has done a fabulous job of creating a strong

their current needs and wishes, and then also getting curious

foundation and landing point for me to begin my work, and

about non-members is priority number one. Certainly, there

I’m grateful to her for her time spent getting the Chamber to

will be challenges along the way, but I know that the Chamber

this point. My vision is to continue to earn the trust of the

has a strong network of resources to tap into, and I look forward

business community, provide them with support and resources

to learning as I continue to dive into this role.

right now listening to my existing membership, understanding

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Meet NEW PRTC Tourism Coordinator

Kellie Verwey

By Lisa Kopochinski

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ith the aim of attracting more visitors to the region, the Portage Regional Tourism Committee (PRTC) was formally reestablished in 2020 to assist with

managing the Island on the Prairies regional tourism brand for the area of Portage la Prairie.

Kellie Verwey came onboard as PRTC’s Tourism Coordinator and Promoter this past spring and is the first individual in this

Kellie Verwey came onboard as PRTC’s Tourism Coordinator and Promoter this past spring and is the first individual in this role for quite some time.

role for quite some time.

“I returned to the tourism committee in April 2023 as a

What is the PRTC?

contractor,” says Verwey, who worked for the Portage Regional

The PRTC essentially consists of representatives from the

Economic Development as the Economic Development Coordinator and was heavily involved in the Portage Regional Tourism Committee during her tenure with PRED. Presently, apart from the daily operations of managing its social media accounts and website, the PRTC is working on a tourist attraction pathfinding sign project, installing two information kiosks, and redesigning its printed Tourism Guides.

Verwey happily recalls June 2021 when the Portage Regional Tourism Committee hosted its very first Burger Days event that spanned seven days and saw 17 restaurants face off to see who would be crowned the best burger in the Portage region.

“Since then, we’ve hosted the 2021 Poutine Days and

specializations in different tourism categories: • Heritage and Historic Destinations (Museums, Interpretive Centres) • Outdoor Recreation (Camping, Golfing, Outdoor Exercise) • Indoor Recreation (Central Plains RecPlex, Stride Place, Large Sports Tournaments) • Community-Wide Events and Festivals (Manitoba Air Show, Potato Festival, Portage Ex) • Amenities and Businesses (Portage la Prairie Chamber of Commerce and PRED)

2022 Burger Days. However, the 2022 Poutine Days was

• Local Government Bodies (City of Portage la Prairie, and the

unfortunately cancelled. It’s my hope to bring these events

RM of Portage la Prairie)

back to our region, as the inaugural event injected more than $100,000 of revenue into our local restaurants and brought the community together with some lighthearted competition.”

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major tourism stakeholders in the region, each with distinct

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• Hospitality (Hotels, Restaurants, Entertainment) • Indigenous Tourism

“We are surrounded by some unique natural attractions,”

Current events As for what events local residents are interested in seeing and attending, the PRTC is currently focused on promoting the established stakeholders in the community to ensure they’re able to grow and succeed in our region.

Verwey says. “Just 15 minutes north of the city, you will find Lake Manitoba, which hosts some of the most beautiful prairie sunsets viewed from the sandy beach. And along the edge of Lake Manitoba, you’ll find Delta Marsh, known worldwide by avid waterfowl hunters and birdwatchers.”

“Each year we look for ways in which we can support both the Portage Ex and the Portage Potato Festival, as these are keystone events within our community that residents look forward to each and every year,” says Verwey.

“In addition to the annual events that are held in our region, residents tend to gravitate toward any significant sporting events that come to Portage, such as the Centennial Cup or national curling events.”

She adds that in addition to having a geographic advantage, it’s the industry stakeholders that are sitting around the PRTC table that will allow the committee to stand out.

“From the Recreation Authority that manages the major recreation facilities such as Stride Place, Splash Island and Delta Beach Campground to Fort la Reine Museum and Prairie Fusion Arts and Entertainment, our region truly does have something to offer everyone. By bringing these stakeholders together and

Portage la Prairie continues to be recognized as on one of

encouraging collaboration, we’re creating an environment

Manitoba’s most desirable tourist locations, something Verwey

where all parties can flourish and continue to etch our place as a

wholeheartedly agrees with.

premier Manitoba destination.”

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The PLP Active Transportation Committee is just that and more

This past May, the Portage Active Transportation Committee relaunched the Annual Bike Week.

By Lisa Kopochinski

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ith its vision of having the Portage la Prairie area

regrouping and taking a strategic approach to reviewing what

be a place where making healthy transportation

work had been done prior to the pandemic, and what gaps

choices are easy, the Portage Active Transportation

needed to still be filled.

Committee (PATC) was formed in 2009 and has evolved to a place today that its members are proud of.

“To achieve this, our mission has been and continues to be to promote viable, inclusive, and accessible year-round active transportation options in the Portage la Prairie area,” says PATC Member Morag Morison.

“We promote initiatives in the area, as well as organize and execute projects and events to promote various forms of active transportation, such as our annual Bike Week event.”

Unique events “This past May, we relaunched the annual Bike Week and hosted 12 unique events throughout the week in partnership with many local organizations and businesses,” recalls Morison.

The PATC is also very excited to be working on bringing the Greasy Chain, a community bike shop where people can come and tune up their bikes or build/bring a bicycle, back to life in a new location.

The PATC is comprised of 14 members who meet monthly. In

“This project is taking significant time and effort from many

addition to planning special events and projects, there are also

people, so it’s currently a large focus of ours and will continue to

subcommittees for other community members who also wish

be in the coming years,” she adds.

to be involved.

Additionally, the committee is continuing to seek out more

While the committee was forced to take a break during the

opportunities to promote active transportation in all seasons

COVID-19 lockdown, its focus over the past has been about

in the community and will be launching fun social media

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contests throughout the year to promote the usage of active

Street W. and on the north side of the road from 7th Street W to

transportation paths in our city using different methods of

20th Street W.

active transportation.

“We hope to have some of the work on the south side to be

“It’s important to note that the term ‘active transportation’

completed this fall with the paths extended all the way to the

includes any form of transportation that use a person’s power

railway tracks next summer,” she says.

to get from one location to another—including walking, biking, skateboarding, in-line skating/rollerblading, jogging and running, non-mechanized wheel chairing, snowshoeing, iceskating and cross-country skiing.”

“The benefits of extending our active transportation network include providing safe convenient ways for kids to get to school; making it easier for citizen to pursue an active lifestyle and promote health; reducing carbon and other vehicle emissions;

Recently, the PATC promoted Red River College Polytech’s new

and providing alternate transportation methods for those who

bicycle fixing station located off campus. The station includes

are unable to drive or don’t own a vehicle.”

many tools for tuning up a bicycle, as well as a tire pump. It is

Morison adds that it’s amazing to have elected officials and

outdoors and available for free use to anyone.

city administration who see value in investing in active

Additionally, Morison adds that it’s exciting to promote the

transportation infrastructure that’s both accessible and safe.

work the City of Portage la Prairie has been doing to create and

“The City has put a lot of work in recent years into expanding

maintain active transportation pathways in the community in

active transportation routes throughout the city, and it’s always

recent years.

exciting to us to see those in use by people of all ages and

Jocelyn Lequier-Jobin, director of operations at the City of

abilities.”

Portage la Prairie, says this year the city had two major active

Lastly, Morison says as an entirely volunteer-run group, the

transportation projects—Meighen Avenue and Saskatchewan

committee is always interested in connecting with community

Avenue W.

members who want to get involved.

For the extension of the pathway down Meighen Avenue, the

“We love to partner with organizations and businesses who

paving of the paths was completed over the summer, and the

want to promote and increase active transportation in Portage

sodding will be done this fall. The second project is the bike

and area, and we welcome people to be in touch if they have

paths and sidewalks on Saskatchewan Avenue W. The paths

project ideas that they’d like to partner on. We invite them to

and sidewalks have been completed from 4th Street W to 7th

email us portageatc@gmail.com.”

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Breathing new life into

Saskatchewan Avenue

By Paul Adair

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f you happen to live under a rock

funding approximately 50 per cent of the

condition, but the turning lanes and

and haven’t already noticed, a major

estimated $41 million total cost.

parking were just gravel swales, and there

thoroughfare in the city is currently

receiving a major makeover.

Since the Saskatchewan Avenue Revitalization project began in spring 2022, the City of Portage la Prairie has been steadily upgrading stretches of the roadway to reflect a more modern design and make the street more accessible for vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians, while also providing a consistent and commercially vibrant pedestrian connection to the downtown. This project is also restoring aging underground infrastructures such as land drainage, wastewater sewer, and watermains.

The work from 8th Street W to Elm Street

The project is also being worked on in two phases and multiple stages.

was no sidewalk for much of the street, not to mention the lack of adequate lighting. This revitalization project

Wrapping up in spring 2023, the first

will renew Saskatchewan Avenue and

phase of the project saw significant

give us the kind of access, safety, and

improvements/replacements made to

accessibility that we’ve come to expect

the street’s watermain and wastewater

from a modern city.”

sewer infrastructure. Phase 2 of this project, which will be completed between

A disruptive challenge

the autumn months of 2023 and 2024,

For a project of this size and scope,

will involve a substantial overhaul of 1.5

disruption is almost impossible to avoid.

kilometres of Saskatchewan Ave. West

But the City has done what it can to

– from 4th Street W. to Elm Street – and

lessen the negative consequence of the

include upgrades to the paved avenue

work being done by providing alternative

and sidewalks, the addition of bike paths,

access where possible, adding signage

green spaces, and parking spaces, and

to help traffic navigate various street

enhanced land drainage.

closures, and by keeping sections of Saskatchewan Avenue open during

is funded through the ICIP program with

“The west end of Saskatchewan Avenue

the provincial and federal governments

has really never before been brought up

committing $8.3 million and $12.5

to a high urban standard,” says Jocelyn

Despite any disruption that remains, the

million, respectively. The City expanded

Lequier-Jobin, Director of Operations

response from the public has been largely

the scope of the project beyond what

at the City of Portage la Prairie. “The

positive, with the people frequenting

was originally planned and will be

travel lanes themselves weren’t in bad

Saskatchewan Ave. seeming to appreciate

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“ This revitalization project will bring Saskatchewan Avenue up to the urban standard we expect from a modern city.”

– Jocelyn Lequier-Jobin, City of Portage la Prairie the new sidewalks and having better access to the businesses along the stretch. It also helps that the project is being done in segments, and the public can see for themselves what lies ahead.

“When we were doing just the underground work, it was a little harder for people to understand what was going on with Saskatchewan Avenue,” says Lequier-Jobin. “But now that they’re starting to see the new paving and pathways, nice landscaping, and everything else that’s coming, it makes it a little easier for people to have patience with the construction period – although I’m sure they are also excited to finally see it complete next year.”

The City has also been keeping the local business community in the loop the Portage Chamber of Commerce, which has been helpful with letting the City know the concerns of businesses in the area, as well as giving city planners the opportunity to communicate directly with the business owners themselves.

“The Chamber helped facilitate one of our meetings in advance of the roadwork happening last spring, just so everybody could have an idea of what would be going on over the summer,” says Lequier-Jobin. “And the feedback we received from that event was that it was very useful. It’s really about keeping the lines of communication open during this challenging construction period.”

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Portage la Prairie Mayor Sharilyn Knox loves her role

By Lisa Kopochinski

W

hen asked what Portage la

While she has only been Mayor for one

up. Born in Winnipeg, she was adopted

Prairie Sharilyn Knox enjoys

year, her interest in city politics was

at five days old and grew up in Shoal

most about her position, she

ignited years before when she began to

Lake, northwest of Brandon, until her

says it is the constant sense of discovery

observe Portage la Prairie for both its

Grade 11 year, when her family moved to

that it brings.

successes and challenges.

Gladstone.

“Every day as Mayor feels like a deep

“It was this combination of recognizing

“For my education, I pursued the

dive into getting to know our city on

the existing challenges and envisioning

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a deeper level – its diverse residents,

a brighter future that inspired me

thriving businesses, and the ever-

to become actively involved in

program at the University of Manitoba.

flowing stream of visitors. There’s

conversations with our leaders and,

always something new and promising

therefore, took the jump into city politics.

on the horizon, and I appreciate the

I wanted to contribute my efforts and

opportunity to work collaboratively with

ideas to help address these challenges

our community to address challenges,

and work towards a better, more

As a resident of Portage la Prairie since

foster growth, and contribute to the

prosperous future for our city.”

2012, her interest in city politics was

city’s ongoing success. It’s a position that

This academic journey provided valuable knowledge and skills that have helped shape my professional and personal development.”

ignited when she began to observe

on the place I call home, and that, to me,

Her beginnings and interest in politics

is the most rewarding aspect of being

To understand Mayor Knox, it’s best to

of recognizing the existing challenges

Mayor.”

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“ It’s an exciting time for not only our city, but our region.”

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make the jump into city politics.

“I wanted to contribute my efforts and

and, in turn, contribute to the overall

Male-dominated field

ideas to help address these challenges

prosperity of Portage la Prairie. It’s an

and work toward a better, more

While we are seeing more women in

exciting time for not only our city, but

prosperous future for our city,” she says.

leadership roles across the country,

also for our region. I look forward to

there are still challenges that female

seeing our collective vision for growth

politicians typically face in a male-

and progress come to fruition.”

dominated profession. When asked what

Mayoral challenges As council, Knox and her team have encountered and continue to grapple with several significant challenges, with the most pressing being addressing crime and safety concerns within the community.

“Ensuring the well-being and security of our residents is paramount. However, tackling these issues effectively often requires extensive collaboration with all levels of government, which can be a time-consuming process. Finding comprehensive and sustainable solutions to enhance safety and reduce crime rates remains a continuous endeavour. Nevertheless, it’s a challenge we’re fully committed to addressing head-on, as the safety and peace of mind of our residents are at the core of our responsibilities as city leaders.”

Having said that, she is pleased with

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some of the best ways are for women to

Additionally, she stresses the

broader community we serve. What I

deal with or overcome these challenges,

importance continuing to advocate

enjoy most about this role is the constant

Knox says focusing on the positive

for gender equality and representation

sense of discovery and connection it

aspects is a constructive approach.

within politics, as increased awareness

brings.”

“Women bring unique perspectives and experiences to the political arena,

and action can lead to more inclusive environments.

In her spare time, Knox says she has become a real fan of podcasts, but

enriching the decision-making process

“Ultimately, the journey for female

ultimately, “I love being with family and

with diversity. To overcome challenges,

politicians is about embracing our

friends (and my dog, Benny), whether

we can engage in networking and

strengths, staying resilient, and using

at the lake, on the golf course, or finding

mentorship programs that provide

our voices to create positive change,

fun ways to embrace winter in our

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T

he Screen Door was first

“This allows us to not have minimum

business it is today, so it was important

founded by Rick and Gailyn

quantities on printed clothing orders,

for me to keep the family business going,

Whincup in 1983 and has since

which means our customers are able to

as well as to see if I’m able to provide

been known as one of Manitoba’s top

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some insight that can take the business

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With four employees, the business

at being the best at what we do.”

over these last 10 months, I’m starting

operates out of a 5,000-square-foot

After nearly 40 years in business, Rick

facility at 1645 Saskatchewan Avenue

(and family dog Drake) decided to retire,

West and features both a front of house

and The Screen Door was purchased

retail area, where customers can see the products for themselves. The business offers a wide range of printing and

by their son Neil in late 2022. Gailyn

embroidery, direct-to-garment printing,

shop when he was younger and has

promotional products, advertising

another business in the city (Prairie

specialty products, apparel, and even

Electrical Ltd.), running the day-to-day

skate sharpening.

operations of his parents’ shop has been

company in Portage la Prairie that offers

excited to see where this leads.”

The business is currently in the process

embroidery services like screen printing,

of setting up a new website that will allow its customers to browse products

a completely new experience for him – and a legacy that he appreciates.

a lot to learn and long ways to go – I’m

A custom customer experience

continues to work in the business.

Although Neil had worked in the

In fact, The Screen Door is the only

to settle in and – although I still have

online and get to know a little bit more about the company and what it offers.

This will be a one-of-a-kind website featuring customer, corporate, and organization custom online stores that

all its printing and embroidery services

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can be set up with any products the

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and devote himself full-time to The

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school, or sports team – basically, there’s

Screen Door. Looking ahead, he’s also

Whincup explains how the new website

a custom store for anyone who wants

interested in exploring the benefits of

will streamline the shopping experience

one,” says Whincup.

the Portage Chamber of Commerce, and

for his customers.

organization that the business has been

Finding that running one business is

part of for many years.

“Simply click on the ‘Shop Online’ button

enough, Whincup is currently in the

at the top of the page and there will then

process of trying to sell Prairie Electrical

be an alphabetical list of organizations on the left-hand side of the screen,” says Whincup. “All customers have to do is scroll down until they find the association’s button and, once they click on it, it goes to the PMHA page for a custom customer experience that’s specifically curated by us here at The Screen Door.”

What’s more, every customer that spends over $200 in the PMHA store will also receive a free, custom Portage Minor Hockey mini stick. At the end of the year, The Screen Door will donate to Portage Minor Hockey for all the online sales.

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Green horizons Azure fuels prosperity in Portage la Prairie

By Vanessa Vredenburg

I

n an era where environmental

to combat climate change and the

as a whole. During the construction

consciousness and economic

Canadian government’s commitment

phase, Azure’s initiative is anticipated

growth go hand-in-hand, Azure

to achieving net-zero carbon emissions

to generate approximately 1,500

Sustainable Fuels Corp.’s (“Azure”)

by 2050. Utilizing certified, in-use

employment opportunities. Once in

proposed renewable fuels production

commercial technology, the Facility will

operations, the Facility will create

facility (the “Facility”) in Portage la

convert non-fossil-based oils – primarily

approximately 150 long-term jobs,

Prairie marries both sustainability and

canola and soybean – into high-quality,

including numerous high-skilled jobs,

economic prosperity. The proposed

eco-friendly, and sustainable alternative

enhancing the province’s workforce

Facility signifies not only a crucial step

to traditional jet fuel. At full capacity, the

and contributing to its prosperity.

toward a greener future, but also offers

Facility would produce approximately

Azure’s commitment to investing in

an array of economic benefits to the local

1 billion litres of SAF per year. Azure is

training programs ensures that the local

community, making it a pivotal moment

targeting initial SAF production in 2027.

workforce will acquire valuable skills,

for the entire region.

The impact of the Facility on the local

enhancing employability and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

The Facility Azure proposes to build

economy is profound. More than just

and operate will produce a significant

a source of employment, it’s a catalyst

The successful implementation of

amount of sustainable aviation

for growth and learnings within the

Azure’s Facility in Portage la Prairie

fuel (SAF) which will contribute

community. Azure is excited about

hinges on collaborations among key

substantially to reducing carbon

the economic benefits it will bring to

stakeholders, including government

emissions, aligning with global efforts

the region, Manitoba, and Canada

bodies, industry leaders, key partners,

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local community members and local businesses. Azure anticipates that the surge in demand for goods and services related to the Facility’s operations will invigorate economic activity, offering diverse growth opportunities for businesses of all sizes. Moreover, the Facility’s feedstock requirements ensure a stable local market for agricultural products, such as canola and soybean, fostering stability and sustainability in the agricultural sector.

Azure is dedicated to building

advancing the development and

from the operations of the Facility are

beneficial relationships with local

production of renewable fuels in Canada.

expected to be sufficiently mitigated,

businesses, Indigenous organizations,

This financial support validates Azure’s

and that the Facility is anticipated to

and community members in the vicinity

“Made-in-Canada” solution, utilizing

provide substantial benefit to the region.

of the Facility. Azure has participated

local resources and expertise to reducing

in several community events, including

carbon emissions on a global scale.

meaningful, long-term, mutually

the Portage Ag days on December 7, 2022, the Brandon Ag Days on January 17 -19, 2023, and the Azure Information Session on June 20, 2023.

Azure participates in regular meetings with local businesses to identify areas of synergies and strategic business relationships. Azure continues to meet with local stakeholders and Indigenous organizations to share project information, gather feedback, and collaborate on ways to address project

In June 2023, Azure formally kicked off the FEED phase, which is expected to be concluded by end of 2024. At the conclusion of FEED, Azure will have a clear understanding of the scope and design of the Facility, as well as the estimated cost of construction, which will then lead to the Final Investment Decision (FID), where Azure will determine if a financial commitment meets economic thresholds.

requirements.

Azure has completed the required

Azure’s vision received a significant

environmental studies and assessments

Azure’s proposed Facility is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and community engagement.

“Our vision is not just about technology and innovation; it’s about people, community, and a sustainable future,” says Douglas Cole, CEO of Azure. “Together with the support of Portage la Prairie and its incredible workforce, we’re shaping a future where environmental consciousness and economic growth go together.”

As Portage la Prairie embraces this endeavor, it not only charts a course toward environmental sustainability

boost in June 2023, with a grant of

to support an Environmental Act

$2.9 million from the Government

Proposal (EAP) and is finalizing its

of Manitoba and the Government

EAP submission, which is on schedule

of Canada through the Sustainable

to submit in fall 2023. The findings

Canadian Agricultural Partnership,

of the analysis conducted for the EAP

in support of the Front-End

concludes that with the application

If you have any questions about the

Engineering and Design (“FEED”)

of proposed mitigation measures

proposed Azure Facility, please contact

study, emphasizing their collective

and follow-up plans, adverse residual

Vanessa at info@azuresf.com or visit

commitment and dedication to

environmental impacts resulting

their website at www.azuresf.com.

but also paves the way for enduring economic growth and prosperity, and the promise of a brighter, greener future for Manitoba.

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