April 16, 2018 12:35 pm

Winnipeg businesses feeling a pinch due to cold spring

Shooters Family Golf Centre in Winnipeg has had a late start this year due to the weather.

Tamara Forlanski / Global News
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If you’ve found it a challenge to get into the swing of things this spring, you are not alone.

READ MORE: Manitoba gets record breaking cold in early April

The slow start to the season has also had an effect on local businesses, with some suggesting the cooler than normal temperatures are hurting their bottom line.

Shooter’s Family Golf Centre and Restaurant said it was behind schedule opening its driving range last week and has yet to open the course to the public.

St Mary’s Nursery & Garden Centre told Global News that customers aren’t buying plants as the ground is not yet ready for planting.

At least we were spared the winter weather that blanketed areas south of the border over the weekend.

READ MORE: Winnipeggers treated to record snow in Minnesota

More to come.

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