Data Centers in Winnipeg
8 locations found
- MH
Manitoba Hydro Telecom Winnipeg
360 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
- LN
Les.net YWG2
294 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
- LN
Les.net YWG4
355 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
- BC
Bell Canada 1 Wesley Ave
1 Wesley Avenue, Winnipeg
- LN
Les.net YWG1
130 Portage Avenue East, Winnipeg
- HM
Havard Management Winnipeg
201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
- TE
The Exchange Group Winnipeg
167 Lombard Avenue, Winnipeg
- E
Equinix WI1
1450 Waverley Street, Winnipeg
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Winnipeg – Central Canada's Resilient Hub
Winnipeg offers a stable and cost-effective location for workloads serving the Canadian prairies and the central US. Its low-risk profile and access to renewable power make it a prime market for disaster recovery and secondary infrastructure deployments that demand high reliability without the high costs of coastal hubs.
Winnipeg: At A Glance
| Factor | Rating / Data | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Global Connectivity Grade | B | Reliable connectivity, though fewer direct carrier options than larger national hubs. |
| Direct Cloud On-Ramps | 0 – as of September 2025 | Private connections are available to major cloud providers in Toronto or Calgary. |
| Power Cost | C$0.08–C$0.10/kWh | Sourced from a grid dominated by hydro and nuclear power. |
| Disaster Risk | Low (2.7/10) – as of September 2025 | Very low exposure to major natural disasters, enhancing operational stability. |
| Tax Incentives | No | No specific data center tax incentives are currently offered. |
| Sales Tax | GST + PST (12%) – as of September 2025 | A 5% federal GST and a 7% provincial sales tax apply. |
Network & Connectivity Ecosystem
Carrier Density & Carrier Neutrality: The market features 8 data centers from a single primary provider as of September 2025. This creates a focused but limited carrier ecosystem compared to larger Canadian markets.
Direct Cloud On-Ramps: There are no direct cloud on-ramps within Winnipeg data centers as of September 2025. Businesses connect to cloud providers like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure via private network extensions to hubs in Toronto or Calgary.
Internet Exchange Points (IXPs): The primary exchange is the Manitoba Internet Exchange (MBIX), which facilitates local traffic peering, reducing latency for regional users. Most national and international peering occurs in larger hubs.
Bare Metal: Bare metal server options are available. Providers such as Hivelocity can service compute needs from nearby major metropolitan areas.
Power Analysis
Average Cost Of Power: Industrial electricity rates typically range from C$0.08 to C$0.10 per kWh as of September 2025. The power mix is favorable, with over 79% generated from non-fossil fuel sources, primarily hydro and nuclear, offering stable and predictable energy costs.
Power Grid Reliability: The power grid supporting Winnipeg is well-engineered and reliable. The region's reliance on hydropower contributes to consistent uptime and grid stability, which is essential for mission-critical data center operations.
Market Access, Business & Tax Climate
Proximity To Key Business Districts: Data centers in Winnipeg are strategically located to serve the city's central business district and key industrial parks. This supports local industries such as finance, agriculture technology, and logistics.
Regional Market Reach: Winnipeg's central location makes it an effective hub for serving the Canadian prairie provinces (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta) and extending reach into the northern Midwestern United States.
Tax Advantage For Data Centers: Canada does not offer specific federal tax incentives for data centers. Businesses should evaluate standard investment tax credits and depreciation rules for capital assets.
Natural Disaster Risk
Winnipeg has a very low natural disaster risk profile, with an overall INFORM Risk score of 2.7 out of 10 as of September 2025. This stability is a significant advantage for critical infrastructure planning and business continuity.
The highest individual risk factors for the region are:
- River Flood: 7.1/10
- Tsunami: 5.7/10 (An indirect national risk factor, not a direct threat to inland Winnipeg)
- Coastal Flood: 5.4/10 (An indirect national risk factor, not a direct threat to inland Winnipeg)
- Earthquake: 4.8/10
- Natural Hazards (Overall): 4.6/10
