MEC Winnipeg Store
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MEC's prairie presence was solidified in 2002, when we opened our downtown Winnipeg store. Three deserted buildings were converted to one of our most environmentally responsible stores so far.
Address
303 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2B4. View map
Telephone
204.943.4202
Manager: Ken Berg
Summer hours
From May 14 to September 4:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00am – 9:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Sunday: 12:00am – 6:00pm
Regular hours
- Monday to Wednesday: 10:00am – 7:00pm
- Thursday and Friday: 10:00am – 9:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm
We've gone bag-free.
Don't forget your reusable bags.
Directions
GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 49° 53' 38''
Longitude: N 97° 8' 34'' W
You can reach the store by bike. There are bike racks and we have several bike locks you can borrow free of charge. You can also purchase a cycling map of the city at our store.
Check out the Manitoba Cycling Association
Winnipeg Transit Bus routes to Portage Avenue include: 10, 14, 11, 15, 21, 22, 24, 27, 28, 38, 41, 43, 50, 53, 54, 55, 56, 59, 67 and 68. Buses that stop on Donald or Smith include 44, 62, 65 and 66.
Check Winnipeg Transit Information for up-to-the-minute bus schedules, route maps and fare information. For automated information on routes and schedules phone Telebus at BUS-RIDE (287-7433).
Parking is available on the street or at numerous parkades near the store.
Store Services
Our bike shops can provide any repair from minor service, like installing fenders, to a deluxe overhaul. If you're not sure what kind of work your bike needs, bring it in for a free safety inspection. Our mechanics will inspect it, consult with you, and if it needs service, determine the best package value for your bike's condition.
Call the store to set up a shop visit. A tune-up may take two to four business days. Minor repairs can be done while you shop.
Tune-up packages and service prices
Looking for a reliable place to get your skis or snowboard serviced? Look no further - our store offers professional ski shop services and competitive rates.
We have backpacks, videos, tents, sleeping bags, canoes and kayaks. It's a great way to try before you buy. For more information on rates and items available call us at 204.943.4202
See Rental Information for details.
MEC is a member-owned co-operative striving for social and environmental leadership. Our purpose is to support people in achieving the benefit of wilderness-oriented recreation. Part of our vision is to inspire action for a healthy planet. We seek to support organizations with similar goals through our Community Contributions programs.
See our Community Contributions programs for details.
Apply for support
Recycled building materials, composting toilets, green roofs? What does it all look like, and how does it work? If your group is interested in taking a tour of our Green Building, please email Andrew Dunn at adunn@mec.ca for more information
Is your group interested in learning about outdoor gear, trip planning, corporate responsibility or environmental sustainability practices? We do customized lectures and tours of our store.
If your organization encourages self-propelled activities or wilderness access and conservation and would be interested in promoting your organization's activities to our membership please contact us.
For store and community event details contact Andrew Dunn at 204.943.4202 or adunn@mec.ca
The store offers a repair service for items such as packs and jackets. Maximize the life of your stuff by having it fixed, and limit waste and the use of dwindling natural resources.
Recycling
We will recycle batteries that were bought at our store. You can drop them off at our Member Service Desk and we'll take care of them, but please don't bring any that are broken or corroded.
Read about recycling batteries
At present we are unable to recycle fuel canisters. For information on where they can be recycled contact your municipal recycling department.
