Winnipeg’s new transit network set to launch this weekend

Winnipeg’s transit network will debut a new overhauled network on Sunday.

A major overhaul of Winnipeg’s transit network is set to begin this weekend.

On Sunday, Winnipeg Transit is launching its new primary network and feeder routes.

The goal of the overhaul is to improve efficiency and reliability by running buses on primary routes that are considered simpler and straighter. At peak times, buses will run as often as every five to 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, the feeder route system, which connects to the primary network, is designed to reach community and connector routes to avoid congested areas.

Ahead of Sunday, the city is reminding riders that bus stops will change, with some being added, removed or shifted to new locations.

More information on the new transit network, including schedules, stops and routes, is available online.

• With files from CTV’s Devon McKendrick.