Name: Winnipeg, MB
Rating: 0.0

( 27 Ratings )

Living in Winnipeg, MB

Ranks better than 86% of areas Follow

Population

775,440

Median Age

38.1 Years

Winnipeg Area Facts

Winnipeg has a Livability Score of 86_/100, which is considered exceptional
Winnipeg crime rates are 19% lower than the Manitoba average
Cost of living in Winnipeg is 6% lower than the Manitoba average

What do the locals think about Winnipeg?

47%

Family friendly

47%

Public transit is accessible

50%

Walkable to grocery stores

27%

Yards are well-kept

70%

Lots of parks

53%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

20%

A quiet area

30%

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only good for gr. 9 and 10. 3 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 27, 2024) many of the students in ptec (including alumni) are in multiple group discord servers, and this is a collective review that I have seen from the chats we've had. i had similar experiences but now it sounds like it's even worse.
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The first 2 years (Gr. 9 and Gr. ...Read More 10) are a good opportunity for you to get your hands wet in coding and the CCNA stuff. but, the teachers will only give you the bare minimum. when you get into MITT, its like a 1/5 rating. the instructors are poorly trained (the software one at least) or are barely supported by the administration, and the . courses are never completed on time, and half the time you are just learning on your own. it's even been so bad that one of the classes would be left for an hour on end (for like 2 weeks) with no work given because the instructor was too busy dealing with administration restrictions for a whole week plus now to get the diploma in ccna track you have to pay for the extra year.

Honest recommendation; learn as much as you can in the first 2 years, gather resources, make connections, then dip and learn on your own. why waste your 2 most important high school years in a program that is only half-good for gr. 9 and 10. take any classes your interested in and that will help you. out of all the graduates, only 1 has actually gotten a *decent* job right after ptec graduation, and that too because the guy worked really hard with little to no support from staff. he learned it all on his own.

everyone else has gone to university taking the same into-to-comp-sci classes. yet you can not even claim this credit because the universities don't even highly rate ptec/mitt itself. They make you re-take the class (and this is the same stuff you learn in a regular high school comp-sci class). you should still sign up for gr 9 and 10, but for gr 11 and 12 take your regular classes and learn on your own (most of the instructors use the cisco curriculum, and for the coding everyone just uses youtube).

on paper it sounds like a great program, and if the school division actually invests some time then it can be on par with the u of w's collegiate and sisler high school, but until then, be careful.

I have heard that people in the coding program have said that it's very easy but they also don't learn a lot. Apparently their former instructor resigned because he got too fed up with the administration. In CCNA, it's very hard due to the amount of work they put on you. Do not expect to be able to take any other classes at your host high school. Plus, most of us in CCNA have eventually just transitioned into computer science, so half the time we all think about whether it was even worth it.
Oh and depending on which school you go to, transportation is one of the biggest issues. but I think this may be resolved as some of the new gr. 9's have said that everyone goes to PTC. Read Less

Worst School Ever 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 15, 2023) I used to work here, the students would always vape in class, i saw drug trades. i went in a month ago, it’s the same. ...Read More Read Less

Aaron was right 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 28, 2022) The rating is obviously wrong and needs updating. Winnipeg is a horrible place to live. It's dark and cold and full of crazy people who will shank you for looking at them the wrong way. Winters are abysmal. Winterpeg stays cold until April, and even after that it's moderately chi ...Read More lly. Crime is terrible too. Manitoba is the violent crime capital of Canada. It has the highest homicide rate, and Winterpeg has the country's highest rate of robbery. Wasteland with abysmal crime rates. Jobs aren't good either. It takes a long time to find a good job here, let alone a job at all. Most of Manitoba's poor people live here. At least there's stuff to do here before the cold and the crazies both get you. Read Less

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Aaron was right 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 28, 2022) The rating is obviously wrong and needs updating. Winnipeg is a horrible place to live. It's dark and cold and full of crazy people who will shank you for looking at them the wrong way. Winters are abysmal. Winterpeg stays cold until April, and even after that it's moderately chi ...Read More lly. Crime is terrible too. Manitoba is the violent crime capital of Canada. It has the highest homicide rate, and Winterpeg has the country's highest rate of robbery. Wasteland with abysmal crime rates. Jobs aren't good either. It takes a long time to find a good job here, let alone a job at all. Most of Manitoba's poor people live here. At least there's stuff to do here before the cold and the crazies both get you. Read Less

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Winnipeg, MB

Named for nearby Lake Winnipeg, this city in Manitoba was a trading centre for aboriginal people long before European settlers arrived. Today, Winnipeg is one of the most populous cities in Canada and has a thriving economy with many employment opportunities in the trade, education, manufacturing and health sectors. The city is a lively, multicultural one with a large aboriginal population, as well as a vibrant community of international residents. This Winnipeg Livability guide will help you make the most of Winnipeg, whether you’re heading to the city as a tourist or for a more long-term stay.

The primary causes of Winnipeg’s high rate of immigration are the low cost of living and inexpensive housing, which is lower than the national average and offers spacious accommodation in safe neighbourhoods. Downtown Winnipeg has seen major redevelopment in the past few years so this area is ideal for those willing to spend a bit more on living expenses, albeit with the advantage being close to all the bars, restaurants, shops and cultural activities of the city. Osborne Village is a popular residential neighbourhood with a number of good schools in the area. Wherever you choose to live in Winnipeg, you’ll find it easy to get around. Winnipeg Transit offers well-connected bus services that make it easy to get around the city. Locals usually find this one of the quickest and most convenient ways to get around the city, as the large population and urban sprawl often leads to heavy traffic and road closures. Winnipeg is also served by a wide rail system with direct rail connections to the US.

Winnipeg has plenty of options for eating and drinking. If you’re looking for a big night out, head to the Exchange District, The Forks, Croydon Village or Ellice Avenues. These areas are alive with trendy bars and restaurants and you’re sure to find a place that caters to any cuisine you may crave. For family fun, head to Assiniboine Park, a favorite spot for summer picnics and barbeques. Other popular children-friendly sites include the Bruce D. Campbell Farm and Food Discovery Centre, the International Polar Bear Conservation Centre and the Tinkertown Family Fun Park.