Bridgwater is one of Winnipeg’s most modern and desirable neighborhoods. 🛍️ Shopping & Essentials (Bridgwater Centre)
The heart of the neighborhood is Bridgwater Centre, which features:
Groceries: Save-On-Foods and a Manitoba Liquor Mart.
Banking: TD Canada Trust, RBC Royal Bank, and BMO.
Pharmacy: Shoppers Drug Mart.
Services: Pet Valu, dental offices, and medical clinics.
🍽️ Dining & Coffee
There is a growing selection of restaurants and cafes within walking distance or a short drive:
Casual Dining: Leopold’s Tavern, Sushi Jet, and various pizza/noodle shops.
Coffee: Starbucks and Tim Hortons are nearby.
Nearby Hub: Just 5 minutes away is Kenaston Common and SmartCentres Winnipeg South, which includes major chains like Costco, Walmart, IKEA, and many more restaurants.
🌳 Parks & Recreation
Bridgwater is famous for its "active" lifestyle design:
Trails: Over 30 kilometers of paved wide paths for walking, running, and cycling that connect the different "Bridgwater" neighborhoods (Forest, Lakes, Trails).
Lakes & Green Space: Numerous man-made lakes, fountains, and landscaped parks.
Playgrounds: Several modern playgrounds and basketball courts for families.
Fitness: Altea Active is a massive, premium fitness and wellness center located just a few minutes away on Kenaston.
📍 Proximity to Major Attractions
Bridgwater is strategically located in South Winnipeg:
University of Manitoba: About a 10-minute drive away.
IG Field: Home of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (10 mins away).
Outlet Collection Winnipeg: The city's premier outlet mall (IKEA area) is about 7–10 minutes away.
St. Vital Centre: A major shopping mall about 15 minutes away.
🚌 Transportation
Transit: The neighborhood is served by Winnipeg Transit with routes connecting to the University of Manitoba and downtown.
Commuting: Easy access to major routes like Kenaston Blvd and Abinojii Kunishee Ram (formerly Bishop Grandin).