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Winnipeg Hotel Fire Cleanup Resumes After Asbestos Delay
4 Feb
Summary
- Rubble removal at the 144-year-old Manwin Hotel site has resumed.
- Asbestos discovery halted cleanup efforts for the vacant hotel.
- Main Street Project charity faces significant repairs after fire.
Work has restarted to clear the rubble from the site of Winnipeg's former Manwin Hotel, a 144-year-old building that burned down last month. The hotel, located at 655 Main St., had been ordered closed in January 2025 due to various safety concerns and was vacant at the time of the fire.
Cleanup operations were initially paused due to the discovery of asbestos, a hazardous material. However, the city has confirmed that all necessary permits are now in place, and the remediation work is expected to be completed within the next week.
The fire significantly impacted Main Street Project, a charity operating in adjacent buildings. Their emergency shelter experienced minimal damage and resumed operation quickly. However, their administration office and donation hub at 661 Main St. sustained more substantial damage and will require an estimated six to eight weeks for repairs, disrupting donation intake and food bank services.
