The waiting time to obtain a passport is growing.  The demand for the document has increased with the announcement you will need to have a passport by January 23rd, 2007 if you are looking to travel into the U.S by air or sea. 
Kathy Olson is a Travel Consultant with Portage's Total Travel, she says applications are in high demand as people prepare to travel to their holiday destination. 
She feels we've taken entry in to the U.S for granted, noting it is another country and other countries require this type of identification.  Passport applications can be picked up locally at Portage travel agents, you'll need to have your passport photo taken and have a guarantor sign your completed application before taking it in to the Winnipeg office.