Transportation & Distribution

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 $6.91 Billion to the province’s 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 sectors representing the largest occupational group in Canada. In 2023, Winnipeg alone was home to approximately 6,849 companies employing around 47,943 individuals in the Transportation and Distribution sector.

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.

Supply Chain Manitoba Moving Forward

Supply Chain Manitoba supports Manitoba’s Transportation and Distribution Sector by:

  • Delivering Workforce Training & Development
  • Promoting Careers in Transportation & Distribution
  • Driving New Innovation & Savvy

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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 drivers1,032
Material handlers392
Automotive service technicians, trucks and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers362
Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors246
Shippers and receivers231
Couriers and messengers106
Production and transportation logistics coordinators94
Purchasing and inventory control workers75
Storekeepers and partspersons65
Dispatchers57
Source: Workplace Education Manitoba (WEM) Labour Market Information System
*Manager grade or above are excluded

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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

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manitoba institute of trades and technology

Automotive Service Technician Post-Secondary Certificate

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red river college polytech

Warehousing and Distribution Certificate

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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

MANITOBA TRANSPORTATION & DISTRIBUTION CAREER

STRATEGIC PARTNERS & FUNDERS

Government of canada
government of manitoba
Manitoba Trucking Association
manitoba aviation council