Winkler Co-op has increased its footprint on Main St. with the purchase of the car wash formerly known as Valley Auto Spa.

"Our members have been getting their vehicles washed at Co-op for many years," Winkler Co-op General Manager Evan Toews says. "Your Co-op is committed to continuing to offer this service, as well as expanding it to include a manual wand wash option. I am pleased to announce the purchase of this newer facility that will offer these options for many years to come."

Winkler Co-op Car Wash will provide four automatic wash options as well as eight wash bays.

Toews notes their automatic car wash on South Railway had been in operation for over 20 years and was in need of retiring as it had "served us very well and exceeded expectations."

He notes the old car wash building will likely be demolished but says they have plans for the location.

Winkler Co-op is a retail co-operative that has proudly served Winkler, Morden and surrounding area for more than 77 years. Today, Winkler Co-op serves more than 17,000 members — and many more customers — in
Winkler, Morden, Lowe Farm, Rosetown, Plum Coulee and area. In 2018, Winkler Co-op returned more than $4 million to its members in cash back and equity, while contributing over $304,000 to community organizations and initiatives.