Emergency Shelter for Stranded Travellers

The City of Portage la Prairie will be opening the Herman Prior Center (40 Royal Road N.) as an emergency shelter to welcome stranded travellers due to the winter storm and closure of the Trans-Canada Highway.

The Center will open its doors at approximately 6:30 PM tonight, January 16th, 2026.

Please share this information with anyone who may need assistance.

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