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From investment and development opportunities to commercial space, workforce resources, and business support services, our community provides the foundation for long-term success and sustainable growth. Portage Advantage: Manitoba’s Agri-Food Powerhouse with Prime Market Access The Region of - [Portage Economic Response Team (PERT)](https://investinportage.ca/portage-economic-response-team-pert/) - Working Together to Support Local Businesses The Portage Economic Response Team (PERT) is a regional partnership of economic development organizations and community partners working together to support businesses and strengthen the economy across the Region of Portage la Prairie. PERT brings together: Portage Regional Economic Development (PRED) City of Portage la Prairie Rural Municipality of PERT is a group of economic development and community partners working together to support businesses and economic growth in the Region of Portage la Prairie. - [Quarterly Reports](https://investinportage.ca/quarterly-reports/) - [Demographic Data](https://investinportage.ca/demographic-data/) - The population for the Region of Portage la Prairie sits at 24,033 individuals, across a land area of 2,040.30 square kilometers. The region has experienced a year over year population growth over the last decade. To learn more about the population growth, projections and visual data for the Region of Portage la Prairie check out - [Business Explorer](https://investinportage.ca/business-explorer/) - Portage la Prairie is home to 2,152 businesses. The leading sectors in terms of percentage share of businesses include Agriculture which contains 25% of companies, Real Estate at 14%, Construction at 7% with a strong Logistics and Supply Chain of over 80 businesses dedicated to Transportation and Warehousing sector, and supported by over 80 Professional, - [Community Overview](https://investinportage.ca/community-overview/) - The Region of Portage la Prairie, located in the heart of Manitoba, is a thriving and dynamic community that offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and rural charm. With its rich history, stunning natural beauty, and a strong sense of community, The Region Portage la Prairie is a wonderful place to live, work, and - [About Us](https://investinportage.ca/about-us/) - PRED is a not-for-profit economic development agency that manages economic development initiatives for the City and RM of Portage la Prairie. It is through this joint venture that our Region is flourishing and has developed a sophisticated and unique concierge process to create the regional approach model for Economic Development. PRED advises and makes recommendations - [The Portage Advantage](https://investinportage.ca/why-invest-in-portagex/) - The Region of Portage la Prairie Explore our region by various demographic and socio-economic indicators, and combine it with the business layer to get insights into our social fabric and business landscape. Location, Location, Location Driving: Our placement with the Trans-Canada Highway access, proximity to Winnipeg, and our immersion in the agricultural hotbed of the - [Talent](https://investinportage.ca/talent/) - [Board / Staff](https://investinportage.ca/board-staff/) - Career opportunities with Portage Regional Economic Development – Click here to view - [Portage Economic Response Team](https://investinportage.ca/pert/portage-economic-response-team/) - PERT is a coordinated economic development approach, bringing together regional partners to support new and existing businesses across the Region. - [Studies & Strategies](https://investinportage.ca/studies/) - [Portage Economic Response Team](https://investinportage.ca/pert/) - Reports from PERT: Business Walk Blitz Report 2024 Tools from PERT: - [Blog](https://investinportage.ca/blog/) - [test](https://investinportage.ca/test/) - [Our Services](https://investinportage.ca/our-services/) - Portage Regional Economic Development – FAQ What is PRED and why does it exist? PRED is a not-for-profit economic development agency that manages economic development initiatives for the City and RM of Portage la Prairie. It is through this joint venture that our Region is flourishing and has developed a sophisticated and unique concierge process - [Financial Reports](https://investinportage.ca/financial-reports/) - [Shop](https://investinportage.ca/shop/) - [Cart](https://investinportage.ca/cart/) - You may be interested in… Your cart is currently empty! New in store - [Checkout](https://investinportage.ca/checkout/) - [My account](https://investinportage.ca/my-account/) - [woocommerce_my_account] - [Labour Force](https://investinportage.ca/labor-force/) - Portage la Prairie offers an educated workforce, with over half the population having received post-secondary education. With 40% receiving a postsecondary certificate or diploma below bachelor level, Portage la Prairie has a skilled workforce with practical and applied education. The most popular fields of study include key subject areas such as Architecture, Engineering, Business and - [Contact](https://investinportage.ca/contact/) - Portage Regional Economic Development 800 Saskatchewan Avenue West, Portage la Prairie Business Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday to Friday Phone: 204-856-5000 Email: eoleary@investinportage.ca  Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional)  - [Occupation Data](https://investinportage.ca/occupation-data/) - The leading occupations in Portage la Prairie are in sales and services (23.8%), followed by Trades, Transport and Equipment Operators and related occupations (19.33%), Education, Law and Social, Community and Government Services (15%), and Business, Finance and Administration occupations (12.73%) In addition, 6.55% are employed in Natural Resources, Agriculture and related production occupations and 6.18% - [Community Search and Analysis](https://investinportage.ca/community-search-and-analysis/) - [Mapping & GIS Data](https://investinportage.ca/mapping-gis-data/) - [Consumer Expenditure Data](https://investinportage.ca/consumer-expenditure-data/) - [Regional Land Inventory](https://investinportage.ca/regional-land-inventory/) - [Find An Investor](https://investinportage.ca/find-an-investor/) - [Target Sectors](https://investinportage.ca/target-sectors/) ## 3D FlipBook - [Community Profile](https://investinportage.ca/3d-flip-book/community-profile/) - [Poplar Bluff Lot Availability](https://investinportage.ca/3d-flip-book/poplar-bluff-lot-availability/) ## Industry Sectors - [Food Processing](https://investinportage.ca/sectors/agri-food-sector/) - Agrifood Data Portage la Prairie, Home To Manitoba’s Agri-food Sector A Hub For Agricultural Production Producing $4.5 billion in processed foods annually – about 24% of our total manufacturing output. Exporting $2.8 billion annually Leading Canada in agricultural manufacturing and grain handling & storage exports – exporting to over 50 countries. A vibrant food processing - [Manufacturing / Transportation](https://investinportage.ca/sectors/manufacturing-transportation/) - 0Employed in Transportation and Warehousing0Employed in Wholesale Trade0Hold positions in Trades, Transport and Equipment Operators.0Semi-skilled IndividualsUnder 5% Employment Sector generates 5% of the employment in Portage la Prairie Highly competitive wages ($27.28/hr) 84 Local Businesses Sector generates 5% of the employment in Portage la Prairie Highly competitive wages ($27.28/hr) Education ProgramsOperations Management certificate at Red - [Agriculture](https://investinportage.ca/sectors/agriculture/) - Portage la Prairie Home to Manitoba’s Agri-Food Sector, a Hub for Agricultural Production Portage la Prairie, situated at the geographic center of Canada, is one of the primary urban hubs along the east-west corridor of the Trans-Canada Highway in Manitoba, providing easy access to key markets in North America. Home to a growing cluster of - [Aerospace](https://investinportage.ca/sectors/aerospace/) - Southport And Southport-related Businesses Contribute: 0Jobs960 Jobs$0MillionSector Income$0MillionAdded GDP$0MillionEconomic Output Southport Aerospace Centre Established in 1992 after the closure of Canadian Air Force Base Portage la Prairie, Southport has 200+ acres of developable land for aviation, industrial, commercial and residential use. The community has several leasing opportunities for office space, along with industrial land development - [Healthcare](https://investinportage.ca/sectors/healthcare/) - Portage District General Hospital 90 Beds and 20 Specialities Healthwise, Portage la Prairie is served by the Portage District General Hospital, regulated by the Southern Health–Santé Sud regional health authority. With around 90 beds, and 20 specialties such as cancer care, obstetrics, dialysis, laboratory, and surgery, this hospital can help all members of the family. - [Tourism](https://investinportage.ca/sectors/tourism/) - Island On The Prairie Visit islandontheprairies.ca to find out about all of our local events and attractions for your next trip to Portage la Prairie. ## The Board - [Clyde Tagalog](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/clyde-tagalog/) - [Lucy Kinnear](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/lucy-kinnear/) - [Inemesit Adeniyi](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/inemesit-adeniyi/) - [Nathan Peto](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/nathan-peto/) - [Faron Nicholls](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/faron-nicholls/) - [Roy Tufford](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/roy-tufford/) - [Eve O’ Leary](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/eve-o-leary/) - [Ryan Kontzie](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/ryan-kontzie/) - [Garth Asham](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/garth-asham/) - [Colin Doyle](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/colin-doyle/) - [Preston Meier](https://investinportage.ca/board-members/preston-meier/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://investinportage.ca/category/uncategorized/)