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Southport Airport
Southport is located near Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, the geographic heart of North America.
From 1940 to 1990, Southport was known as the Canadian Forces Base, Portage la Prairie. At its peak, there were 495 military personnel, and 194 civilian jobs at the base.
Throughout that period, the Base served as an integral component of the Central Plains economy.
When the Base closure was announced in 1990, Southport Aerospace Centre Inc. (Southport) was established to develop the site's assets, and help replace the jobs lost to the local economy.
In 1992, Southport was successful in having the Military Flight Training contract managed by Bombardier located on-site, thus facilitating pilot training for the military. That contract has served as the basis for Southport's growth.
Since its inception, Southport has evolved into a dynamic location for commercial, recreational, residential and educational use. It has consistently expanded the tenant base and services it provides the community.
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