MANITOBA TRANSPORTATION & DISTRIBUTION
Located in the heart of Canada, Manitoba has been a key hub for transportation and distribution across North America for over a century. The province is home to CentrePort Canada, North America’s first and largest tri-modal inland port and Foreign Trade Zone.
CentrePort integrates one of the largest trucking hubs in North America, rail access to all four North American gateways, and one of Canada’s busiest air cargo facilities, making it a vital link in the continent’s supply chain. As a result, Manitoba’s transportation, distribution, and logistics sector is among the fastest-growing industries in Canada.
Manitoba’s transportation and distribution companies benefit from affordable warehouse space, offering cost advantages for businesses. With 99% renewable energy and some of North America’s lowest electricity rates, the province supports a cost-effective transition to zero-emission vehicles, ensuring a sustainable future for transportation and logistics.
MANITOBA LOGISTIC SYSTEM
Manitoba’s Transportation and Distribution has contributed $4.57 Billion to the province’s 2024 GDP in Canada and is becoming one of the fastest-growing industries in Canada.
Manitoba’s Real GDP experienced strong growth in five large sub-sectors over 2020-2023:
CAREER PROSPECT
Transportation and Distribution form the largest occupational group in Canada. In 2024, Winnipeg alone was home to approximately 3,194 related companies. By 2025, the sector in Manitoba employed around 50,760 individuals.
Labour Market
According to the Manitoba Labour Market Outlook 2022-2026, 64% of occupations in Trades, Transport, and Equipment Operation are expected to face shortages, with projected job growth of 21% between 2022 and 2026.
High-Demand Occupations
It is projected that 1,600 job vacancies will arise annually in this occupation group by 2025, with over 17,000 job openings expected between 2025 and 2029, indicating strong demand in the sector.
Transport truck drivers represent the largest share of employment within the transportation and distribution sector and are among the most in-demand occupations across all categories over the next five years.
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Top 10 High-Demand Occupations for Transportation & Distribution sector in 2024:
| Supply Chain – Net Job Demand Change Due to Expansion & Replacement | Net Job Demand |
|---|---|
| Transport truck drivers | 1,032 |
| Material handlers | 392 |
| Automotive service technicians, trucks and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers | 362 |
| Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors | 246 |
| Shippers and receivers | 231 |
| Couriers and messengers | 106 |
| Production and transportation logistics coordinators | 94 |
| Purchasing and inventory control workers | 75 |
| Storekeepers and partspersons | 65 |
| Dispatchers | 57 |
| Source: Workplace Education Manitoba (WEM) Labour Market Information System *Manager grade or above are excluded |
MANITOBA INDUSTRIES
In the heart of Winnipeg, Fleet Management Services (FMS) — a branch of the Government of Manitoba — plays a …
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MANITOBA TRANSPORTATION & DISTRIBUTION SECTOR COUNCIL
EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT
Available Programs & Courses
Numbers of University and other educational institutions in Manitoba turn out a highly skilled and professional workforce to support this large and fastest growing industry.
Apprenticeship – Technical Training
Automotive Service Technician Post-Secondary Certificate
Warehousing and Distribution Certificate
High School Education Workshop
Supply Chain Manitoba offers Fun and Interactive workshop for high school students to learn more about the Transportation and Distribution industry regards to job opportunities, entry requirements, and career pathways. If you or your school have interest, please contact us at [email protected]
RESEARCH & INFORMATION ON TRANSPORTATION & DISTRIBUTION INDUSTRY
CAREERS IN TRANSPORTATION & DISTRIBUTION IN MANITOBA
The supply chain relies heavily on professionals responsible for the efficient movement of goods across various industries. However, the transportation …
The sky’s the limit: Manitoba Indigenous woman forging promising career in aviation, helping link remote Northern communities to the world. …
In the fast-paced world of logistics and supply chain management, finding a reliable and innovative partner can make all the …
In the heart of Winnipeg, Fleet Management Services (FMS) — a branch of the Government of Manitoba — plays a …
STRATEGIC PARTNERS & FUNDERS
