Best Roofing Materials for Winnipeg's Climate

Winnipeg sees temperature swings of 70°C or more between summer and winter. Roofing materials need to handle expansion, contraction, hail, and snow load.

Architectural asphalt shingles remain the most popular choice — affordable, widely available, with 30–50 year warranties.

Standing-seam metal is increasingly popular for its longevity (50+ years), snow-shedding ability, and resistance to hail.

Synthetic slate and shake products offer the look of premium materials with much better cold-weather durability.