Custom Storefront Channel Letters for Winnipeg’s Getaway Cafe

October 16, 2026

Crafting Curb Appeal for a Winnipeg Community Hub

Every memorable local business has a story that connects deeply with its neighborhood. For The Getaway Cafe, located at 1500 Dakota Street in St. Vital, that story began back in 2004. Starting out as "Dina’s Place" in the Waverly Auto Mall, owner Dina built a loyal following through hearty, homemade recipes like her signature Reuben sandwiches, fresh soups, and wraps.

Over the years, that passion for hospitality expanded into what is now The Getaway Cafe, a lively venue combining exceptional comfort food, Royal Pizza, and a stage for local musicians and stand-up comedians.

A few months ago, the team at Electra Sign Ltd had the opportunity to collaborate with The Getaway Cafe to update their exterior visual presentation.

Thoughtful Design and Precision Installation

When designing commercial exterior signage, taking existing building architecture into account is essential. The Getaway Cafe features warm exterior wall finishes paired with pre-installed overhead gooseneck lighting fixtures.

Rather than overloading the facade with internal illumination, we designed custom non-illuminated dimensional channel letters.

• High Contrast and Readability: Crisp black dimensional lettering provides maximum visual impact against the neutral building background during daytime hours.

• Architectural Integration: The placement was strategically calibrated to work directly under the existing overhead lights, casting subtle natural shadows during the day and gaining sharp illumination at night.

• Durable Construction: Built with high-grade materials engineered to withstand Winnipeg’s harsh seasonal weather shifts, ensuring long-term aesthetic quality.

Supporting Local Businesses Across Manitoba

A business sign is often the very first physical touchpoint a customer experiences. For a venue like The Getaway Cafe, where community gatherings and warm hospitality are central to the brand, clean and professional signage reinforces trust before a guest even walks through the door.

We are proud to have partnered with Dina and the team at The Getaway Cafe to bring their storefront vision to life. Next time you are in St. Vital enjoying a midday meal or evening performance, take a look up at the facade!

Planning a signage update for your local business? Explore our full gallery of custom channel letters, pylon signs, and commercial installations, or contact our team today to discuss your vision.

Medigas Manitoba LED Channel Letter Sign | Electra Sign Winnipeg

October 2, 2026

Some signage projects require a little more patience and problem-solving than others. Our work for Medigas Manitoba at Linden Ridge Shopping Centre in Winnipeg South was one of those projects.

The finished installation features illuminated channel letters, the distinctive green Medigas logo, and the tagline "Manitoba's CPAP Experts." While the completed sign looks straightforward from the parking lot, getting there involved some careful work behind the scenes.

Working Through the Details

The Medigas logo was the most intricate part of this project. Its many small green elements required additional attention during fabrication to maintain the appearance and proportions of the original design. Translating a detailed graphic into physical illuminated signage is not always as simple as scaling it up. Individual components, spacing, construction and lighting all need to work together.

Our team worked through those challenges during the build and installation, making sure the finished sign represented the Medigas identity properly.

The result is a clean, illuminated storefront sign that gives the business a clear presence both during the day and after dark.

A Manitoba Business with a Long History

Medigas Manitoba Ltd. is a locally owned and family-operated business that has been serving customers for more than 35 years.

The company specializes in respiratory care, CPAP supplies, sleep therapy, EMS and rehabilitative medicine. Its professional team includes people with backgrounds in respiratory therapy, nursing, sleep therapy and technical services.

For people managing sleep apnea or requiring respiratory equipment, having access to knowledgeable local support can make a real difference. Medigas also provides technical service and support for healthcare and clinic facilities.

It's a well-established Manitoba business with a focus on helping people find the equipment, products and assistance they need.

A Finished Sign We're Proud Of

The Medigas project was a good example of the care that goes into custom sign fabrication. The intricate logo presented a few challenges, but the team came through and the finished installation looks great.

We're pleased to have helped Medigas Manitoba establish its presence at Linden Ridge Shopping Centre and to see the finished signage representing a local business with such a long history in our community.

Project: Medigas Manitoba Ltd.
Location: Linden Ridge Shopping Centre, Winnipeg South, Manitoba
Sign Type: LED Illuminated Channel Letters and Custom Logo Signage
Fabrication and Installation: Electra Sign Ltd.

Visit Medigas Manitoba to learn more about its respiratory care and CPAP services.

See more of our commercial signage projects at electrasign.com.

Bass Pro Shops Pylon Signage in Winnipeg

September 11, 2026

Some Winnipeg businesses are familiar because of their location long before you think about their name. The Bass Pro Shops location at 580 Sterling Lyon Parkway is one of those places.

Previously operating as Cabela’s, the location is now home to Bass Pro Shops, bringing a familiar outdoor retail destination under a new name and identity. Bass Pro Shops describes the Winnipeg store as a destination for outdoor gear and experiences, with products for fishing, hunting, camping and other outdoor activities.

As part of the change, Electra Sign Ltd. fabricated and installed the illuminated pylon signage at the property. The main display features the Bass Pro Shops Outpost branding, with illuminated tenant panels positioned below.

Pylon signage has an important job at locations like this. It needs to be visible from the roadway, establish the identity of the property and remain effective throughout the day and into the evening. The illuminated elements are particularly noticeable after dark, giving the sign a strong presence along Sterling Lyon Parkway.

For Electra, this project was also a good example of the role signage plays when an established business changes its identity. The location was already familiar to Winnipeg customers, but the updated signage helps make the Bass Pro Shops name immediately recognizable.

The Winnipeg Bass Pro Shops is located at 580 Sterling Lyon Parkway, and remains part of the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s retail network in Canada.

Project: Bass Pro Shops LED Lit Pylon Signage
Location: 580 Sterling Lyon Parkway, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Fabrication & Installation: Electra Sign Ltd.