Roads affect everyone, whether you’re commuting to work, running errands or just trying to get home. Committed to helping you get there safely, CAA Manitoba has revealed their annual 2026 CAA Worst Roads campaign. In 2026, Manitobans — drivers, cyclists, pedestrians and transit riders across the province, responded by nominating 711 roads across 69 municipalities.

Topping the list for the second consecutive year is Highway 34, a rural Pembina Valley highway that has now appeared on the provincial top 10 seven times. Potholes, poor maintenance and uneven road surfaces were the most common concerns.

This year’s results are split between rural highways and urban roads — a clear signal that Manitoba road conditions are a shared challenge, not a regional one.

“The roads on our list reflect what Manitobans experience every day,” says Ewald Friesen, manager of government and community relations for CAA Manitoba. “Manitobans want roads that are safe, reliable and properly maintained, whether they live in Winnipeg or in a rural community.”

*Provincial Trunk Highway 34, Central Plains/Pembina Valley. PHOTO: PembinaValleyOnline.com *

2026 Manitoba Top 10 Worst Roads

1. Provincial Trunk Highway 34 — Central Plains/Pembina Valley
2. Provincial Road 307 — Whiteshell
3. Kenaston Boulevard/Route 90 — Winnipeg
4. Saskatchewan Avenue — Winnipeg
5. Richmond Avenue — Brandon
6. Gateway Road — Winnipeg
7. Leila Avenue — Winnipeg
8. 1st Street — Brandon
9. Provincial Road 422 — Pembina Valley
10. St. Mary’s Road — Winnipeg

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Many of the roads identified are major commuter, trade and connector routes relied on daily by families and businesses. As governments prioritize economic security and trade issues, including a renewed focus on inter-provincial trade, the condition of these corridors matters more than ever. When key routes fall into disrepair, the ripple effects go beyond inconvenience. “Vehicle repair costs go up, fuel efficiency goes down and delays increase,” says Friesen. “That adds pressure to already stretched household budgets and affects our economy.”

The campaign’s track record speaks for itself. Brandon's 18th Street, which had previously taken our #1 spot in 2024 has been fixed. Other success stories include Goulet Street and stretches of Grant Avenue in Winnipeg. This year, two more Brandon streets ranked among the top 10, while several other previously listed roads are now resurfaced or scheduled for province-wide rehabilitation.

These campaign results give governments a snapshot of where funding is needed, knowing that early interventions in road repair goes a long way to extend the life of our roads. With your help, CAA Manitoba will continue it's Worst Roads campaign and urge governments for year over year infrastructure investments that keep Manitoba moving.

CAA Manitoba plans to continue its Worst Roads campaign in order to support year-over-year investment that keeps Manitobans moving safely.