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Letter from the CEO

Welcome to the 9 Edition of Reaching New Heights!
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This past year at Southport has been defined by growth
and new opportunities. We strengthened longstanding
partnerships while laying the groundwork for impactful new
collaborations. Along the way, many milestones advanced
our strategic priorities and positioned Southport for continued
success.

A defining highlight of the year was officially signing the Future
Southport Aerospace Centre Inc. (SACI/Southport) Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program Subcontract with SkyAlyne,
would like to acknowledge that Southport is located securing a landmark 25-year agreement which reinforces
in Treaty 1 Territory and the lands are the Traditional Southport’s role as a vital hub for military flight training in
territory of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Ojibway, Canada. We are proud to continue our support of the Royal
Oji-Cree, Dakota, Lakota, and Dene Peoples, and the Canadian Air Force and to play a central role in delivering this
homeland of the Métis Nation. SACI, its Board of Directors and critical program.
staff, respect the Treaties that were made on these territories
and acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past. As Southport has also welcomed several new team
an organization, SACI dedicates itself to move forward in members to our organization. This growth reflects our
partnership with Indigenous communities and commits to a commitment to ensuring we are well-prepared for upcoming
spirit of Reconciliation and collaboration for the future. projects and future development. Our expanding team brings
valuable expertise and fresh perspectives that will help drive
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Another significant milestone was the announcement that the
A Team that Drives Southport Forward 4 Government of Manitoba will invest $5 million toward the new
Success. Built on a Foundation of FUN 5 Portage Regional Fieldhouse. This transformative project,
developed in partnership with the City of Portage la Prairie,
Mission, Vision, Values 6 the Rural Municipality of Portage la Prairie, and Southport,
Growing Together 7 will become a year-round multi-sport hub, promoting active
lifestyles, strengthening community connections, and
Powering the Future of Aircrew Training 8 enhancing quality of life.
Cleared for Growth 10
At the Manitoba Communities in Bloom Conference and
Investing in Community, Empowering the Future 12 Awards, Southport and the City of Portage la Prairie were
Economic Impact 14 honoured with Five Blooms, the highest possible rating, in
their first year collaborating in the competition. This recognition
A Strategic Transportation & Industrial Hub 15 reflects a shared commitment to beautification, environmental
Building What Comes Next 16 stewardship, and community pride. Through partnership and
cooperation, both communities continue to create vibrant,
A Major Investment for the Portage Region 18 welcoming spaces for residents and visitors alike. Southport
The Approach: Where the Golf Season Never Ends 20 is proud to be part of this collaboration and to contribute to
building stronger, greener, and more connected communities.
RecPlex: Experience it All 21
SGC: Discover Golf at Your Own Pace 22 Looking ahead, we remain
committed to driving economic
Southport RUNway 23 impact, corporate stewardship,
Meet. Gather. Celebrate - The Alpha Boardroom Awaits 24 and continuing to grow and
strengthen our organization.
Southport strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on its site but
cannot guarantee it. The organization is not liable for any inaccuracies or The steadfast dedication of our
resulting claims, losses, damages, or inconvenience. Trademarks and logos Board of Directors, leadership
belong to their respective owners. team, and staff continues to be
CONTRIBUTING CREDITS the foundation of our progress.
Madison Connolly Chimere Ogbonna Nathan Peto Together, their commitment
Anyssa Gates Breanne Orangis Dean Rennie and collaboration ensure that
Chantal Lavoie Colby Orchard Deanna Talbot
PUBLISHERS INFORMATION Southport will keep Reaching
New Heights.
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