Manshield began construction in March of 2009 and achieved occupancy completion in 5 months by August 20, 2009. 

Featuring a long rectangular building footprint, this unique design serves 112 daycare spaces for University of Winnipeg Students Association. This LEED Silver certified building will model a range of leading edge environmental technologies to foster sustainability and energy efficiency.

The UWSA Day Care is used as a practicum site for training students in Early Childhood programs from St. Boniface College, Red River College and UWinnipeg students enrolled in Education, Psychology and Developmental Studies