News & Notices

May 3 - 9, 2026

Are you prepared in the event of an emergency?

Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is a national awareness initiative and an opportunity for you to take action to ensure you're prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community during an emergency. This year, the theme is Be Prepared. Know Your Risks. We encourage you to understand the risks in your area and learn what actions you can take to protect yourself and your household.

It might seem like the census doesn’t matter, but the reality is every person counted means real dollars and better planning for our community.

Prospective municipal election candidates must register with the Senior Election Official (SEO) during the registration period before they may begin to accept contributions, incur expenses, fundraise, or borrow money for their campaign. 

Spring is here, and the City of Portage is once again offering free curbside yard waste collection.

Spring cleaning has begun, and the City of Portage Public Works team is gearing up for a busy season. 

From April 19–25, 2026, approximately 50 soldiers from the Canadian Army will be conducting a Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) exercise in and around the City of Portage la Prairie.

The 46th Annual Portage Firefighters Burn Fund Bike Auction takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026. 

The City of Portage la Prairie’s Operations Department announces that the third free bulky waste pick-up week is coming up on April 20th - 24th, 2026.  

The City of Portage la Prairie, RM of Portage la Prairie, and Southport Aerospace Centre Inc. invite you to a casual come-and-go event to ask questions, view details, and learn what's ahead for the new Portage Regional Fieldhouse!

Let your voice be heard and join us on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm at the Peggy May Legacy Centre.

In accordance with Section 36 of The Municipal Councils and School Boards Election Act (MCSBEA), the City of Portage la Prairie Voters List is open for changes or revisions.