January 28, 2022
Province Investing Additional $4 Million for Renovations and Expansion of Dauphin Court House
– – –Sustainable Infrastructure for One of Manitoba's Busiest Courthouses: Helwer and Goertzen
The Manitoba government will invest an additional $4 million for the renovation and expansion of the historic Dauphin Court House, Labour, Consumer Protection and Government Services Minister Reg Helwer and Justice Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced today.
“Our government is dedicated to improving access to court services across Manitoba,” said Helwer. “Current assets no longer meet programming needs and are in need of critical upgrades including additional spacing and accessibility. This additional funding will ensure these facilities are modernized and support sustainable infrastructure for Manitoba’s court system.”
In March 2021, the provincial government announced an $11-million tender for the project construction management, awarded to Bockstael Construction. An additional $4 million is being invested to address additional requirements identified during the design process and updated construction costs attributed to the impact of COVID-19 on the construction industry with increased material and labour costs.
“Our government is committed to providing accessible and efficient justice services to those living in Dauphin and surrounding communities,” said Goertzen. “These additional investments support the modernization of Manitoba’s court system and enhance access to justice.”
Built in 1917, the Dauphin Court House (DCH) is one of the busiest courthouses in the province. The DCH is over 100 years old and is a local landmark that has a provincial statement of historical significance. The revitalization of the site will include:
- improved interior and exterior accessibility;
- additional accessible public, court and administrative spaces;
- enhanced courthouse security;
- improved video-conferencing and meeting spaces for lawyer and their clients; and
- new administrative and office spaces for court staff, sheriff services and the judiciary.
For more information on Manitoba courts, visit www.manitobacourts.mb.ca/.
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