The Winnipeg industrial market continued its strong momentum in Q3 2021, as demand for modern warehousing and distribution space continues to grow.
- The cost of construction continues to increase as demand for materials is not being met due to the ongoing disruption in the global supply chain.
- The East market was one of the most active in the previous quarter absorbing over 118,000 square feet, including strong leasing activity of newly built industrial product in the St. Boniface Industrial Park.
- The Southwest market has held steady vacancy rates throughout the last year, sitting at 3.2% this quarter.
- Northwest has seen ample activity both in existing older inventory and newly built products. This has pushed vacancy rate down from 4.0% to 3.5%.