Winnipeg Traffic Calming Requests - Bylaws

Transportation Manitoba 3 Minutes Read · published February 11, 2026 Flag of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Manitoba residents often ask how to address speeding, cut-through traffic, or unsafe intersections in their neighbourhoods. This guide explains the City of Winnipeg traffic calming request process, the municipal roles involved, typical steps from neighbourhood petition to engineering review, and how enforcement and appeals work. It is written for residents, community associations, and councillors seeking a clear path to request speed cushions, curb extensions, or other measures under city bylaws and programs.

Begin by confirming local eligibility and gathering neighbours' concerns and evidence.

Overview of the Traffic Calming Request Process

The City evaluates traffic calming requests through Transportation or Traffic Engineering programs that screen for safety, volume, and network impacts. Initial actions typically include a site visit, data collection (speed and volume), and community consultation. The city may require documented local support or a petition before a traffic study is commissioned. For local submission and enquiries, contact the City of Winnipeg Transportation/Traffic program or 311 for service requests and guidance.[1][2]

Penalties & Enforcement

Traffic calming installations and compliance are enforced under municipal traffic bylaws and through standard traffic enforcement channels. The city enforcer is typically the Winnipeg Police Service for moving offences and City of Winnipeg By-law Enforcement or Traffic Engineering for installation and maintenance compliance. Specific monetary fines for violations related to traffic calming hardware or installation are not specified on the cited city program page and must be confirmed from the controlling bylaw or enforcement office.[1]

  • Enforcer: Winnipeg Police Service for moving violations; City of Winnipeg Transportation and By-law Enforcement for infrastructure and maintenance.
  • Fines: not specified on the cited page.
  • Appeals/reviews: not specified on the cited page; contact the enforcing department for appeal time limits and procedures.
  • Inspection & complaints: submit via 311 or the Transportation program contact page.[2]
If no penalty amounts are listed on the program page, request the specific bylaw citation from the city contact.

Applications & Forms

The City publishes guidance and a traffic calming request pathway on the Transportation or Traffic Calming program pages; check the program page for any downloadable request form, petition templates, or submission instructions. If a named form is available it will be indicated on the city program page; otherwise the city accepts 311 service requests or directed submissions to Transportation/Traffic Engineering.[1]

  • Form name/number: not specified on the cited page.
  • Deadlines: not specified on the cited page; timelines vary by review and available funding.
  • How to submit: via the city program contact or 311 online/phone channel.[2]

Common Violations and Typical Outcomes

  • Unauthorized modification or removal of traffic calming hardware - enforcement and repair orders may be issued.
  • Illegal parking that blocks traffic calming devices or sightlines - ticketing by Winnipeg Police Service.
  • Failure to comply with installation permits or approved plans - subject to city compliance orders.

How-To

  1. Document the problem: collect photos, speed/volume observations and exact location details.
  2. Engage neighbours: gather support and, if required, a petition or community association endorsement.
  3. Submit a request: use 311 or the City of Winnipeg Transportation/Traffic Calming contact to start the review.[2]
  4. City review: Transportation may do a site visit and traffic counts; a traffic study may be commissioned.
  5. Decision and implementation: if approved, the city schedules design and installation subject to funding and operational constraints.
Keep records of all communications and reference any file or request numbers provided by 311.

FAQ

How do I start a traffic calming request?
Document the issue, gather neighbourhood support if possible, and submit a request via 311 or the City of Winnipeg Transportation/Traffic program page.[2]
Is there a fee for requesting traffic calming?
Fees for studies or installations are not specified on the city program page; contact Transportation for any applicable charges.[1]
How long does the process take?
Timelines vary by site complexity, required studies, and funding; the city program page does not list standard timelines.

Key Takeaways

  • Start with clear documentation and neighbour support.
  • Use 311 or the Transportation contact to formally begin the process.
  • Expect a site review and possible traffic counts before decisions.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Winnipeg - Traffic Calming Program
  2. [2] City of Winnipeg - 311 Service Requests and Contacts

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