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A Message from Marina R. James On behalf of Tourism Winnipeg, thank you for choosing to visit our great city! Whether you are here for business or for leisure, for a day or for a week, we invite you to experience Winnipeg’s diverse character, including our flourishing arts scene, tantalizing regionally inspired cuisine, world-class festivals and events, and rich history dating back to the fur trade. Your senses will be engaged as you groove to the sounds of our live indie music scene, take a sight-seeing tour through the historic Exchange District complete with its turn-of-the-last- century architecture, and feel the cold crisp air on your nose and cheeks as you sip Caribou, a beverage of choice at ’s hip ice bar. As you soak it all in, you will soon discover that the heart of our city is our warm hospitality imparted by the creative and innovative people who have chosen to call Winnipeg home. As a proud ‘pegger, let me share a taste of the Winnipeg I know and love… Who I’m currently following in the local music scene: Vocal quintet Chic Gamine is innovative and enjoyable. Très bien! What I consider to be a Winnipeg “must-see”: The Hermetic Code Tour at the Legislative Building. Thanks to Frank Albo for the extensive research he did in uncovering this city treasure. La Festival du Voyageur La Festival Where I go for a great meal: Wasabi on Broadway for their Wil San roll, The Current at Inn at the Forks for the bricken chicken and Paradise Restaurant for their homemade ravioli. When I’m most aware of Winnipeg’s culturally diverse community: When riding the elevator

Fort Gibraltar Fort at the Richardson Building, walking downtown on Portage Avenue, shopping for groceries at Sun Wah Supermarket or ordering dim sum at Kum Koon Garden. Why I love weekends in the city: I go mansion gazing through Armstrong’s Point (also known as “the gates”) and then pop-in at The Nook for sausage and eggs. Try it smothered in Frank’s hot sauce with a dash of ketchup on the side and wash it down with a cup of coffee. It doesn’t get any better than this! Winnipeg offers you a vibrant landscape of theatrical and visual arts expression, an eclectic music and dining scene, and a vast array of hip and trendy shops tucked away in cool, pedestrian-friendly neighbourhoods. We trust that the information you glean from our Visitor’s Guide will whet your appetite and appeal to your inner modern-day explorer, translating into a truly unique and memorable visit. Our website, visitwinnipegnow.com, will also assist you in making the most of your vacation, with many a la carte and itinerary options to choose from. Enjoy your time here and come back and visit us again soon!

Marina R. James, President & CEO, Economic Development Winnipeg Inc.

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A Message from Minister Rob Moore On behalf of the Harper Government, I encourage you to explore the wonderfully diverse city of Winnipeg. Full of excitement and charm, Winnipeg has an eclectic mix of arts and culture that is sure to appeal to all travellers. From world-renowned festivals and museums, to historic sites parks and to shopping and spas, Winnipeg has something for everyone. This urban ambience is coupled with the warmth and friendliness of the city’s small-town roots, making Winnipeg a truly unforgettable destination. Whether you are already here or are considering a visit, the city, the province and the rest of the country welcome you with open arms. We are always happy to see you. The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State for Small Business and Tourism

A Message from Minister Lynne Yelich Welcome to Manitoba where small-town hospitality and big city adventures heighten your senses. The friendly spirit of the people ignite this province with vibrant energy. Be captivated by the splendour of the lakes and forests, the untamed beauty of the tundra, and the freedom of the prairie skies. I love to visit Manitoba. When in Winnipeg, I enjoy the historic and contemporary architecture, the skyline and, of course, the shopping! Be part of the spirit of Manitoba, at the heart of this amazing country of Canada - our place and yours. The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification

A Message from Premier Greg Selinger Welcome to Manitoba’s capital city! I am pleased to invite you to discover Winnipeg with the essential 2011 Winnipeg Visitor’s Guide as a map. Our communities are vibrant and diverse, making for an extraordinary assortment of music, international cuisine, cultural events and visual arts. Every season is unique in its offerings, from the Winnipeg Folk Festival to kick off the summer or the Festival de Voyageur to celebrate our French heritage in winter, come and learn more the heart of the continent and the spirit of Manitobans. We are proud of our history and heritage, the strength of our neighbourhoods, and the great fun to be had here all year long. I invite you to come and explore one great city. Greg Selinger, Premier of Manitoba

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A Message from minister Flor Marcelino Thank you for choosing to visit Winnipeg, the vibrant capital city of Manitoba. You have just taken the first step toward a very memorable holiday experience! Renowned for its outstanding quality of life, diversity and community spirit, Winnipeg continues to welcome visitors from around the world. Friendly people, world-class accommodations and entertainment make Winnipeg a very desirable locale for those planning leisurely vacations or full-scale conventions. As you explore the many wonders of the city, you will find that outstanding service and genuine hospitality are as bountiful and free as our blue skies and fresh air, all year-round. I am often asked to recommend specific restaurants, hotels, festivals and any of the other features that add to Winnipeg’s popularity and personality. The city’s amazing diversity and depth of creative and culinary talent, combined with our unparalleled Manitoba hospitality, make it impossible to single out any one experience as the very best! I invite you to discover, for yourself, why visitors continue to return to Winnipeg and recommend this very special city to others. Flor Marcelino, Minister of Culture, Heritage and Tourism

A Message from Mayor SAm Katz On behalf of the City of Winnipeg, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Heart of the Continent. I encourage you to take advantage of all that Winnipeg has to offer. I have always said that what makes Winnipeg truly great is the people and they are why I am proud to be Mayor of our City. When it comes to community spirit our citizens are committed to excellence and demonstrate pride, class and passion. Winnipeg is a vibrant city, rich in culture and taste, offering a variety of restaurants, shopping, sporting events, and cultural activities and entertainment that I am sure you will enjoy. We truly have something for everyone. On behalf of the Citizens of Winnipeg, and my City Council Colleagues, welcome to Winnipeg. Enjoy the experience and take in all our great city has to offer.

Yours sincerely, Sam Katz, Mayor of Winnipeg

www.visitwinnipegnow.com 5 d Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide WINNIPEG 10 MUST SEEs 1 The Forks National Historic Site 3 Canada’s www.theforks.com www.rwb.org Discover an urban oasis in the heart of Winnipeg. As a historic As Canada’s oldest ballet company, the RWB is known worldwide meeting place, located at of the Assiniboine and for its technical excellence and eclectic repertoire. Strongly Red Rivers, The Forks is complete with skateboarding park, river rooted in classical ballet, the RWB’s performances range walk, shops and green space. Winter, spring, summer or fall, from the classics to innovative contemporary ballet. Having The Forks is a must for a stunning array of dining experiences, performed in more than 570 cities worldwide, and with more incomparable shopping, a constantly changing slate of than 100 performances every season, Winnipeg is proud to call entertainment and events, and many unique attractions that the RWB their own. encompass the site’s natural, historic and man-made features. 4 The Exchange District 2 Winnipeg Art Gallery www.exchangedistrict.org www.wag.ca The Exchange District National Historic Site is one of North With an exterior of Manitoba Tyndall stone, Canada’s oldest America’s most colourful and cosmopolitan neighbourhoods. public gallery is home to the world’s largest public collection The 30-block district showcases ’s most of contemporary Inuit art, some of which is always on display. extensive collection of turn-of-the-last-century architecture, The Winnipeg Art Gallery boasts a constantly changing and is home to the city’s unrivalled arts community. In addition, exhibition schedule of national and international art, as well The Exchange District is a must-stop for anyone looking for as emphasizing the work of Manitoba artists. The gift shop one-of-a-kind items by local designers, antiques and vintage carries unique jewellery, ceramics and glassware handcrafted furniture. by Canadian artists. The bright and airy Storm restaurant overlooks the rooftop sculpture garden 5 and tables are set outside in the summer months. www.manitobamuseum.ca The WAG is located within walking distance of all The Manitoba Museum is an award-winning heritage and downtown hotels. edutainment centre welcoming thousands of visitors each year. The Museum features an ever-changing variety of touring and specialty exhibits in addition to its Planetarium, Science Gallery and nine spectacular permanent galleries. From the Nonsuch, a 2 replica of a full-size 17th century ship that sailed the world, to the Urban Gallery, a trip back through time to the roaring 20s, to the dramatic Orientation Gallery with its recreation of an early bison hunt to its newest exhibit, Ancient Seas within the Earth History Gallery, a trip to the Museum is a journey through Manitoba’s past, present and future.

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6 Manitoba Legislative Building/ 8 Wonders of Nature Hermetic Code Tour www.fortwhyte.org . www.gov.mb.ca/mit/legtour/index.html www.oakhammockmarsh.ca www.heartlandtravel.ca/hermeticcodetours.htm Experience the great outdoors and the wonders of nature Visit Manitoba’s number one citizen, the beloved “Golden when you take the Bison Safari adventure at FortWhyte Alive. Boy,” who is perched atop the Provincial Legislative Building. Winnipeg’s award-winning 640-acre nature centre showcases a Completed in 1920, many consider this building to be the finest 30-head Bison Prairie herd, 5 lakes, 7km of trails, Prairie Dog provincial legislative building in the country. Meet mystery on Town, Family Tree House, bird feeding stations, Pioneer Sod the Hermetic Code Tour, as you unlock mysteries that reveal a House, Tipi Encampment, floating boardwalks, Aquarium of the trail of clues concealed in the building’s architecture including: Prairies, Nature Gift Shop, and Buffalo Stone Café. Experience hidden hieroglyphic inscriptions, numerological codes, and outdoor activities all year long including, fishing, canoeing, Freemasonic symbols so intelligently masked they have hiking, wildlife watching, snowshoeing, skating, X-country escaped historians and visitors for nearly a hundred years! skiing, and the super Richardson run toboggan slide. Then, see why Interpretive Centre has been 7 Casinos www.casinosofwinnipeg.com voted the world’s “Best Environmental Experience.” Under the You can bet on Winnipeg to offer a variety of gaming activities. guidance of friendly interpreters, you can trek the nature trails, From a variety of slot machines and popular gaming tables take a guided tour of the Marsh, go canoeing, view wildlife, like Blackjack, Poker and Keno to the exceptional dining and watch a film in the multimedia theatre, enjoy a meal in the café lounges, popular live entertainment, dance club and sports bar, and check out the fun, interactive exhibits. the Casinos of Winnipeg provide a first-class gaming experience. At Club Regent Casino paradise awaits you in a tropical jungle 9 St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French atmosphere where you can explore a mystical world that Quarter www.tourismeriel.com includes vibrant flowers, swaying palm trees and the magic of Pass over the spectacular Pedestrian Bridge Manitoba’s only walk-through saltwater aquarium, the largest and you’ll find yourself in St. Boniface, home to the one of the of its kind in the Midwest. Then, try your luck at McPhillips largest francophone communities west of the Great Lakes and Station Casino and relive the opulent splendour of the past and birthplace of , the Métis leader who founded Manitoba. saunter into one of the most unique entertainment facilities St. Boniface is truly reflective of its French heritage. Here you in . Deep red velvets, rich woods, and can stroll along le boulevard Provencher while stopping in twinkling chandeliers take you back to a grand era boutiques and quaint cafes along the way. of excitement and indulgence. 10 Western Canada Aviation Museum www.wcam.mb.ca Take your imagination to the sky! Enter through “Gate 1” … step back in time… and let the pioneer aviators of the northwest take you on an inspirational journey through time. Your visit will be filled with tales from the sky, great ideas (and not so great ideas) in flight, and a true appreciation for the adventuring spirit. The museum also houses an interactive play area for kids from 2 to 12. Fly a plane, cycle a propeller, build a rocket, spot a 6 flying saucer…and still be back in time for dinner.

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Winnipeg – creative, intelligent and culturally diverse

Winnipeg is the vibrant capital of Manitoba, located at the geographical centre of North America. Richly steeped in history, Winnipeg’s multicultural birthplace is marked at the junction of the Red and the Assiniboine Rivers, now a green urban oasis known as The Forks. Recognized as the 2010 Culture Capital of Canada, Winnipeg is a mid-sized city of over 740,000 culturally diverse Toews people, who bring a cosmopolitan, international flair to the city, as well as a warm welcoming spirit. The city’s diverse cultural make-up shines brightly through its globally inspired cuisine, wide array of world-class arts, culture and festivals, many one-of-a-kind shops and trendy boutiques, and widespread opportunity to experience the wonders of nature and breathtaking prairie scenery throughout the seasons. Nicknames The name Winnipeg comes from the language meaning muddy water, referring to 40 miles to the north. Here are some others we are known by: The Peg, Peg City, The Slurpee Capital of the World, Winterpeg, The Windy City, Riel The City of Rivers, Gateway to Western Canada, Christmas Capital of Canada, Jericho The Centre of Canada Manitoba Legislative Building Legislative Manitoba Famous People from Winnipeg Famous Winnipeggers include author Carol Shields (The Stone Diaries), film maker Guy Maddin

(My Winnipeg), comedian David Steinberg, movie director Ken Finkleman, children’s entertainer McClung Fred Penner, television star Monte Hall, film star Len Cariou Blue( Bloods), world champion curler Jeff Stoughton, native leader Phil Fontaine, media mogul Izzy Asper, Olympic speed skaters Clara

Esplanade Riel Bridge Hughes and , professional wrestler , sculptor Leo Mol, author and political activist Nellie McClung, Métis leader Louis Riel, the Second World War’s most famous spymaster Sir , (the man called Intrepid, was the inspiration for Ian Fleming’s 007), Jonathan Bryan Toews, a professional hockey centre who plays for and is captain of the Maddin Blackhawks of the NHL and many, many others. Winnipeg’s contribution to popular music includes rockers , Burton Cummings (The Guess Who), Randy Bachman (BTO), the Crash Test Dummies, the Watchmen, Chantal Kreviazuk, Lenny Breau, The Weakerthans, The Waking Eyes, The Wailin’ Jennys, Bif Naked, Ray St. Germain, Sierra Noble and many others.

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Population 742,400 accommodation tax Smoking There is a 5% tax on accommodations Smoking is prohibited in all public Climate within the City of Winnipeg. places including restaurants, bars, malls Winnipeg experiences a continental and sporting events. climate characterized by four distinct For more information please go to seasons. Average temperatures range http://winnipegassessment. Driving Information between -12 degrees Celsius (+10.4 com/AsmtTax/English/Other_ The use of seat belts, child restraints degrees Fahrenheit) in the winter Taxes/Accommodation.stm and motorcycle helmets is compulsory months to +26 degrees Celsius (+78.8 within the Province of Manitoba. degrees Fahrenheit) in the summertime. Measurement Canada follows the international Right turns are allowed on red lights, Due to its northern location, Winnipeg unless otherwise posted; left on red residents enjoy 2,300 hours of sunlight metric system. Temperatures, rainfall measures, distance, weights and from one way to one way is allowed annually and up to 16 hours of sunlight unless otherwise posted. daily during the summer months. velocity are expressed in metric units. Winnipeg averages approximately Length: 1 kilometre = 0.6 mile Watch for no-parking signs and no-turn signs 7h-9h (7:00 am–9:00 am), 15h30- 51.4 centimetres (20.2 inches) of 1 mile = 1.6 kilometre precipitation each year. 17h30 (3:30 pm–5:30 pm). Capacity: 1 litre = 1.06 US quart City of Winnipeg metered parking is 1 US quart = 0.95 litre in effect Monday through Saturday In Manitoba Canada Daylight Saving Weight: 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds Time begins at 2:00 am local time on 9:00 am through 5:30 pm. 1 pound = 0.45 kilogram the second Sunday in March. On the first Privately metered parking extends past Speed: 20 mph = 30 km/h Sunday in November areas on Daylight 5 pm as is noted on road signs or on the Saving Time return to Standard Time at 30 mph = 50 km/h meter itself. 2:00 am. During Daylight Saving Time 50 mph = 80 km/h For the best navigation, use the route clocks are turned ahead one hour. Electricity and remember that avenues Emergency Information Outlets and voltage (110 volts) are the typically run east / west and streets Emergencies Only – Call 911. same as in the United States. Adapters are north / south; numbers begin at the Non-emergency Police Services are required for electrical appliances rivers. Call 204.986.6222 from other countries. The frequency of Please Note: The City of Winnipeg electrical current in Canada is 60 Hz. Language utilizes photo radar technology in an English and French are Canada’s Video Systems effort to reduce the incidences of red two official languages. English is the In Canada, the NTSC-system is used light running and speeding. Signage predominant language spoken in for television broadcasts. This system is posted in all areas where camera Winnipeg. Old St. Boniface–Winnipeg’s is not compatible with the PAL and enforcement is used. French Quarter, is largely French- SECAM systems used in and in transportation speaking. Many banks, hotels, airline many other countries. If you purchase offices, service institutions, shops a videocassette in Canada, ensure it is Airports and key tourist destinations have recorded in the appropriate system for multilingual staff. your video playback machine. Winnipeg James Armstrong Currency Liquor Laws Richardson The currency used in Winnipeg is the Spirits, wine and beer are available at International Airport Canadian Dollar. It is recommended Manitoba Liquor Control Commission 2000 Wellington Avenue that visitors exchange their currency at outlets; wine is also available at private tel: 204.987.9402 a bank, a foreign exchange outlet or use wine stores; domestic beer also from www.waa.ca a banking machine. hotel vendors. Open liquor must be stored in the trunk. Legal age for St. Andrews Airport Taxes consumption of alcohol is 18 years. 202-705 South Gate Road. Goods and services purchased in These laws are strictly enforced. “Please St. Andrews, Mb. Manitoba are subject to a 7 % Provincial drink responsibly. Don’t drink and drive.” tel: 204.336.3250 Sales Tax (PST) and the Federal 5 % www.standrewsairport.com Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Train Travelling to Canada Returning to VIA Rail From the United States the United States 123 Main Street The United States Intelligence Reform Each person returning to the U.S. from tel: 1.888.842.7245 and Terrorism Prevention Act requires Canada may purchase and declare the www.viarail.ca that air travellers to and from the following: United States, the Caribbean, Bermuda, $200 goods duty-free, after a stay Taxis / Car Rentals Panama and Mexico have passports or of less than 48 hours. Duty-free other secure, accepted documents Pickups are available at most products – 50 cigarettes and 10 cigars to enter Canada or to re-enter the hotels, airport, bus depot and at and 150 millitres (5 fl. oz.) of alcoholic United States. This policy also applies to . Automobile rental beverages or 150 millitres (5 fl. oz.) of Canadians travelling to and from these information is listed in the Yellow perfume containing alcohol. destinations. Pages and all major car rental firms $800 goods duty-free, after a As of June 1, 2009 citizens travelling are represented at the airport. stay of more than 48 hours. Duty- by land or sea, are required to have free products – 1 litre (33.8 fl. oz.) documents that comply with the Limousines alcohol or 24 cans of beer; 100 cigars, Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative Luxury transportation is available 200 cigarettes or 1 kg (2.2 pounds) of (WHTI), most commonly a passport, from the airport to downtown hotels tobacco. Any “reasonable amount” of a passport card, a trusted traveler and businesses. food and gasoline or oil is permitted. card such as NEXUS, SENTRI or FAST, Buses – Local or an enhanced driver’s license. Goods bought in Canada, but manufactured in the U.S., are duty-free Tourism Winnipeg advises U.S. residents and not included in the basic exemption. 421 Osborne Street. to visit the U.S. Department of State Original handmade crafts and works of Call 311 for route, schedule website at www.travel.state.gov art are also exempt, however a receipt and fare information or of purchase may be required. www.winnipegtransit.com www.getyouhome.gov for the most For further information on U.S. up-to-date information. Downtown Spirit customs regulations, please visit Offers free and easy travel in the From Countries other www.customs.ustreas.gov or downtown area and travels in a than the United States call 905.676.2606. circular route between The Forks, In general, passports are required. Bringing Children Portage Avenue and Memorial However, visitors from countries other into Canada Boulevard and back to The Forks. than the U.S. should call the following Adults travelling with children should numbers for further information: Call 311 for route, schedule carry identification for each child. and fare information Outside Canada: 1.800.992.7037. Divorced parents who share custody of Buses – Regional Within Canada: 1.888.242.2100 their children should carry copies of the legal custody documents. Beaver Bus Line Pets Adults who are not parents or guardians 339 Archibald Street. Please have a vaccination certificate with full information on the animal. should have written permission from tel: 204.989.7007 | the parents or guardians to supervise 1.800.432.5072. Firearms the children. When travelling with a www.beaverbus.com Revolvers, pistols and fully automatic group of vehicles, parents or guardians firearms are prohibited entry into should be in the same vehicle as the Greyhound Canada. 2015 Wellington Avenue . children when arriving at the border. Customs officers are looking for missing (located at the Winnipeg For more information contact the Canadian Firearms Centre at children and may ask questions about James Armstrong Richardson 1.800.731.4000 or the children who are travelling with you. International Airport) www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca. tel: 204.949.7777 | 1.800.661.8747. www.greyhound.ca www.visitwinnipegnow.com 11 i Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide

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Free travel literature and personalized Travel Manitoba Canada / United States . travel counselling and information are border Highway #10 . tel: 204.927.7838 ext AB1. available by calling, clicking or visiting: International Peace Gardens toll free: 1.800.665.0040. Open daily, mid-May to Labour Day, In Winnipeg email: [email protected] 9 am to 7 pm. www.travelmanitoba.com Tourism Winnipeg tel: 204.534.6303 259 Portage Avenue. Travel Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3B 2A9 Information Centres Manitoba / . In Winnipeg Boundry Highway #1 Open Monday – Friday Open daily, mid-May to Labour Day from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Explore Manitoba from 9 am to 7 pm. Open Thursday tel: 204.943.1970. Centre to Monday, Labour Day to Thanksgiving toll free: 1.800.665.0204. The Forks. weekend email: [email protected] Open daily mid-May to Labour Day, from 9 am to 5 pm. www.visitwinnipegnow.com 9 am to 6 pm, tel: 204.349.2212 September to mid-May, 9 am to 5 pm. Manitoba / . tel: 204.927.7838 ext AB1 1 Boundry Highways #16 & #83 Travel Manitoba Open daily, mid-May to Labour Day Information Centres from 9 am to 7 pm. Outside Winnipeg tel: 204.773.3181 Canada / United States . Manitoba / Saskatchewan . border Highway #75. Boundry Highway #1 Open daily, mid-May to Labour Day, Open daily, mid-May to Labour Day 9 am to 7 pm. from 9 am to 7 pm. Airport Open Thursday to Monday, Information Centre September to mid-May, 9 am to 5 pm. tel: 204.845.2049 Winnipeg James Armstrong . . tel: 204.373.2822 Tourisme Riel Airport, Main level 219, Provencher Boulevard. (a partnership of Tourism Winnipeg Winnipeg, MB R2H 0G4 and the Winnipeg Airports Authority) tel: 204.233.8343. Open daily from 8:00 am to 9:45 pm. toll free: 1.866.808.8338. tel: 204.982.7543 email: [email protected] www.tourismeriel.com

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Winnipeg is renowned for its year-round slate of festivals and its reputation for hosting some of Canada’s biggest and best events. With spring festivities that leave you in stitches, to more than 50 days of festivals in three short summer months, to autumn festivals that highlight the city’s thriving arts & culture scene, to wintertime festivities that take place indoors and out, we invite you to come celebrate in Winnipeg. 1

Saison Voyageur MTC Master Playwright Festival Until February 28, 2011 January 20 – February 6, 2011 Kicking off with the Winter Solstice and the opening of the Arctic The Manitoba Theatre Centre provides artists and audiences with Glacier Winter Park, the Saison Voyageur will span over 10 weeks, the opportunity to immerse themselves in the works of important wrapping up with 10 days of celebrations at Le Festival du Voyageur. playwrights who, in some cases, are rarely produced. Past festivals Combining a variety of indoor and outdoor activities for the whole have honoured Samuel Beckett, Bertolt Brecht, Eugene O’Neill, David family it’s the perfect opportunity to discover what a vibrant province Mamet, Arthur Miller and Caryl Churchill. This year, MTC and a host of Manitoba is, offering dynamic programming even in the winter! independent companies will celebrate the life and work of Swedish Action, adventure, discovery and rendez-vous awaits… author and playwright August Strindberg. tel: 204.237.7692 tel: 204.956.1340 | box office: 204.942.6537 www.saisonvoyageur.ca www.masterplaywrightfest.com Assiniboine Credit Union River Trail 2011 Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra th January 14 – February 27, 2011 New Music Festival – 20 Anniversary January 29 – February 4, 2011 Slip on your mittens, put on your skates and join in the fun on the Folklorama Longest Naturally Frozen Skating Trail in the world! The Assiniboine Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the internationally renowned Credit Union River Trail is the perfect location to take part in a Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra New Music Festival – one of the variety of activities such as hiking, hockey, sledding, snowshoeing world’s premiere events of its kind. Highlighting this occasion will and . Don’t miss the special week-end programming filled with be the return of many past NMF-luminaries. For seven nights you will events free activities for the whole family! hear an exciting line-up of new works by many of today’s greatest composers, including John Corigliano’s Symphony No.1, Krzysztof Check out the website for a list of access points and latest updates Penderecki’s Symphony No. 7: The Seven Gates of Jerusalem, the on ice conditions. premiere of WSO Composer-In-Residence Vincent Ho’s The Shaman: tel: 204.237.7692 or info hotline: 204.233.ALLÔ (2556) Concerto for Percussion and Orchestra, and newly commissioned email: [email protected] pieces by Nicole Lizee and Kelly-Marie Murphy. Ciclovia in Downtown Winnipeg in Downtown Ciclovia www.rivertrail.ca or www.sentierdhiver.ca Tickets available at the WSO box office at 204.949.3999 or online at www.wso.ca or at Ticketmaster at 204.780.3333. email: [email protected] www.wso.ca | www.newmusicfestival.ca 2

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Le Festival du Voyageur 25th Annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic February 18 – 27, 2011 May 29, 2011 Join in western Canada’s largest winter festival! Le Festival du Thousands of smiling kids and their favourite stuffed animals will Voyageur is the perfect venue to embrace the Manitoban winter flock to for the 25th Anniversary of the Teddy Bears’ while enjoying unique entertainment. The whole family will take Picnic, in support of the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. pleasure in meeting Fort Gibraltar’s historical characters, admiring The event has grown into a Manitoba tradition over the past two snow sculptures created by artists from around the world, dancing decades by providing generations of families with fun activities, and jigging to lively music, tasting delicious French-Canadian food great live entertainment, important health education and public and so much more. Bonding the traditions of the past with the safety information. vitality of the franco-manitoban community of today, Le Festival du tel: 204.787.4000 Voyageur is a kitchen party not to be missed! email: [email protected] tel: 204.237.7692 | event info hotline: 204.233.ALLÔ (2556) www.goodbear.mb.ca email: [email protected] www.festivalvoyageur.mb.ca Festival Pride Sunday, June 5, 2011 Freeze Frame, International Film Winnipeg’s LGBTT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and two-spirit) Festival for Kids of All Ages communities and their supporters come together in a 9-day festival March 3 – 12, 2011 (May 28 – June 5, 2011) celebrating Pride and diversity in Winnipeg. The Freeze Frame International Film Festival for Kids of All Ages Pride Week activities include a ceremonial rainbow flag raising at returns for its fifteenth year! This unique festival presents films from City Hall, and golf tournaments, a women’s boat cruise, a all over the world, exciting workshops, and free drop-in activities for cocktail party, community barbecues, roller derby, a coffee house the whole family. Workshops and some screenings require advance evening featuring local artists, and much more. bookings. www.pridewinnipeg.com Programming is offered in both French and English. tel: 204.949.9355 | 1.866.KID.FEST (543.3378) Winnipeg International email: [email protected] Children’s Festival (KIDSFEST) www.freezeframeonline.org June 9 – 12, 2011 www.facebook.com/freezeframeonline Four days of fun for children of all ages! Singers, dancers, storytellers and entertainers from all over the world bring joy, laughter th 10 Annual Winnipeg Comedy Festival and activities to The Forks for the 29th annual Kidsfest. Never a dull April 5 – 10, 2011 moment! Canada’s funniest comics converge on Winnipeg for five nights of tel: 204.958.4730 (General Information) hilarious stand-up, sketch, and improvisational comedy. box office: 204.958.4733 tel: 204.284.9477 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.kidsfest.ca 1 www.winnipegcomedyfestival.com DOORS OPEN WINNIPEG 2011 2 May 28th & 29th, 2011 Celebrating Stories our Buildings Tell! Join Heritage Winnipeg for the 8th annual Doors Open Winnipeg. Explore some of Winnipeg’s most fascinating buildings, and enjoy several walking tours during this free weekend event. Volunteers will be on hand at each building for tours and to answer questions. 4 tel: 204.942.2663 email: [email protected] 33 For a map and description of all buildings and events visit www.doorsopenwinnipeg.ca

1. Winnipeg Pride Festival 2. Doors Open Winnipeg 3. Teddy Bears’ Picnic 4. Le Festival du Voyageur

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Red River Exhibition TD Winnipeg International June 17 – 26, 2011 Jazz Festival Join close to a quarter-million Manitobans in the sight, sounds, June 24 – July 3, 2011 tastes and thrills of the EX and celebrate Manitoba. North America’s The world’s best jazz, blues and urban artists converge on downtown #1 midway, agriculture exhibits, family and children’s entertainment Winnipeg for the 22nd annual TD Winnipeg International Jazz Festival. and a myriad of free shows makes this Winnipeg’s largest summer Featuring outstanding local, national and international performers, event. the festival culminates in three spectacular days of free music in Old Located at Park, 3977 Portage Avenue Market Square. – just west of the Perimeter Highway. tel: 204.989.4656 tel: 204.888.6990 | 204.989.3456 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.jazzwinnipeg.com www.redriverex.com Canada Day Celebrations Aboriginal Day Live 2011 July 1, 2011 June 18, 2011 Come celebrate Canada’s birthday at one of the many parties held Come and join the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) at around the city, including The Forks, Osborne Village, Old Market The Forks for the largest outdoor celebration of National Aboriginal Square in the Exchange District and the Canad Inns Canada Day Day in the country. The fifth annual Aboriginal Day Live is held in Picnic in the Park at Assiniboine Park. Each location adds their honour of the day and showcases North America’s Aboriginal talent special touch to the celebrations, reflecting the unique personality in an evening of music, entertainment, comedy, and traditional of that area. Great music, food, shopping, free entertainment and fun dance. make these parties the place to be seen. The 3 1/2 hour broadcast will close with an amazing display of fireworks from The Forks. Winnipeg Folk Festival July 6 – 10, 2011 tel: 204.947.9331 ext. 358 email: [email protected] Hear some of the best, most diverse music from across North America www.aboriginaldaylive.com | www.aptn.ca and around the world at the 38th annual Winnipeg Folk Festival. This internationally acclaimed event features over 70 acts, seven daytime stages, two evening stages, a Family Area, Craft Village, camping, and food concessions, all in a beautiful prairie park setting. Located at Birds Hill Provincial Park, northeast on Highway #59. tel: 204.231.0096 email: [email protected] www.winnipegfolkfestival.ca 3

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The Red River EX Farmers’ Markets Canad Inns June 17-26, 2011 July 23-Sept. 24, 2011 Winter Wonderland Manitoba’s biggest Covered outdoor market, Dec. 2, 2011-Jan. 1, 2012 summer fair and midway. open every Saturday. Dazzling drive-through Plus a full slate of trade shows and events holiday light show. in Exhibition Place. Visit redriverex.com for details!

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Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival THIN AIR, Winnipeg International July 13 – 24, 2011 Writers Festival North America’s second-largest Fringe Festival showcases more September 18 – 25, 2011 than 140 local, national and international theatre companies, THIN AIR is a literary celebration, an annual week-long festival of offering over 1,000 performances of comedy, drama, improv and readings, panel discussions, school shows, book signings, and dance. Festival-goers of all ages are invited to enjoy live family professional development opportunities. It engages new and entertainment at Old Market Square in Winnipeg’s historic Exchange established writers, and is enjoyed by thousands of Manitobans of all District, where buskers, street performers and bands perform from ages and backgrounds in both English and French. noon to midnight daily on the Outdoor Stage. tel: 204.927.7323 tel: 204.9.4.FRINGE (204.943.7464) | 1.877.446.4500 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.thinairwinnipeg.ca www.winnipegfringe.com Sarasvati Productions’ FemFest 2011 Folklorama September 24 – October 1, 2011 July 31 – August 13, 2011 FemFest 2011: Staging Inspiration is a celebration of plays by Experience the energy of the largest and longest-running women for everyone! In its ninth season the festival boasts touring multicultural event of its kind in the world. From traditional authentic productions from across the country, while also providing exposure meals to electrifying nightly performances by local, national and to our most talented local female playwrights. international entertainers, Folklorama creates a feast for the senses tel: 204.586.2236 as you experience 40-plus cultural pavilions. Delight in 14 summer email: [email protected] nights in one extremely diverse and impressive city. www.sarasvati.ca tel: 204.982.6210 | 1.800.665.0234 email: [email protected] For up to date calendar of events please go to www.folklorama.ca www.visitwinnipegnow.com

The largest and longest-running multicultural festival of its kind in the world.

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2011 Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival Indigenous Festival (WAFF) October 5 – 8, 2011 November 23 – 27, 2011 The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Indigenous Festival merges the Every November, the Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival (WAFF) music and cultural expression of Indigenous people with the musical showcases the best in indigenous film and video from across Canada, traditions of the symphony orchestra. This fusion brings together the U.S. and the world. WAFF’s wide array of films are complemented traditional elements from many cultures and promotes the creation by nightly events such as post-screening receptions and informal of new sounds and expressions of music. mixers between artists and audiences. For this year’s third annual festival, it will feature many local artists tel: 204.774.1375 and Aboriginal composers in four days of outreach activities and email: [email protected] concert performances. The festival will conclude with Revueltas’ La www.aboriginalfilmfest.org noche de los Mayas, featuring 12 percussionists. Canad Inns Winter Wonderland Tickets available at the WSO box office at 204.949.3999 or online at December 2 – January 1, 2012 www.wso.ca or at Ticketmaster at 204.780.3333. Be dazzled by Manitoba’s largest drive-through light show. See the email: [email protected] sights – and a million lights! – from the warmth and comfort of your www.wso.ca vehicle. Now in its twelfth year, Winter Wonderland features over 25 Manito Ahbee Festival – theme areas and displays as big as 125 feet wide and 40 feet high. Bringing People Together Open daily 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, except Christmas Day. Free horse- November 2 – 6, 2011 drawn sleigh rides every weekend. The Manito Ahbee Festival showcases the best of Aboriginal arts, Located at Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue – just culture and heritage with its 5 day event that attracts thousands of west of the Perimeter Highway. people from across Canada, the USA and abroad. This year’s event, tel: 204.888.6990 the sixth annual Manito Ahbee Festival, will present exciting events www.redriverex.com such as an International Competition Pow-wow, Education conference, Indigenous Marketplace & Tradeshow, Métis Soiree, and the Aboriginal People’s Choice Music Awards. 1 tel: 204.956.1849 email: [email protected] www.manitoahbee.com Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade November 12, 2011 The Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade combines the magic, wonder and excitement that heralds in the holiday season and wraps it up in one big event. A moving panorama of lights, colour and music, the Parade inspires delight in the eyes of the children and those who are young at heart. 3 Come to downtown Winnipeg early to enjoy the “Host A Block For Santa” activities along the 2 Parade route from 4 pm to the 5 pm Parade start. Plan to stay a little while longer to take in the fantastic entertainment and brilliant fireworks at The Forks following the Parade. www.WinnipegSantaParade.com

1. Manito Ahbee Festival 2. Winnipeg International Children’s Festival 3. Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade

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Known for its indie music scene and home to one of the top 50 busiest venues in the world, Winnipeg offers a wide array of live performance venues. From the historic Burton Cummings Theatre, to the state-of-the-art MTS Centre, to unique neighbourhood pubs and coffee shops oozing with character and personality, Winnipeg is proud to welcome acclaimed performers from at home and around the world, Broadway musicals, community productions and corporate events.

The Burton Cummings Theatre w Centre culturel This National Historic Site opened in 1907 and was originally named franco-manitobain (CCFM) w for its owner, Corliss Powers Walker, who brought live theatre, The Centre culturel franco-manitobain is located in the heart of the vaudeville, concerts and silent films to the city. Renamed in honour French quarter in St. Boniface and is home to nine cultural groups of Winnipeg musician, Burton Cummings, the 1,700-seat venue now and diverse cultural programming. The Centre attracts people from hosts a variety of performances throughout the year. all walks of life with its French-themed restaurant, newly constructed Tickets at Ticketmaster 204.780.3333 or online at theatre, a francophone historical society and youth-focused www.ticketmaster.ca associations. 364 Smith Street – Downtown The Centre partners with community groups to offer celebrations of tel: 204.956.5656 French culture and arts all year long. A free weekly musical series email: [email protected] called Mardi Jazz brings the finest jazz musicians from around www.burtoncummingstheatre.ca Manitoba, Canada and the United States, and La Galerie hosts monthly art exhibits that also showcases local and international w talent. Situated in the heart of Winnipeg’s Theatre District, the Manitoba Please check the website to find out more about what’s happening Burton Cummings Theatre Cummings Burton Centennial Centre features one of Canada’s premiere performance venues – the Centennial Concert Hall. Featuring over 170 during your time in Winnipeg. performances annually and seating for 2,300, the Centennial Concert 340 Provencher Boulevard – Old St. Boniface / Hall welcomes acclaimed performers from home and around the Winnipeg’s French Quarter world, Broadway musicals, community productions and corporate

MTS Centre MTS tel: 204.233.8972 events. The Centennial Concert Hall is also the proud performing email: [email protected] home of the , Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet and the www.ccfm.mb.ca Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. Cinematheque w Tickets at Ticketmaster 204.780.3333 or online at Cinematheque is an intimate movie theatre devoted to screening the www.ticketmaster.ca very best in Canadian, independent, alternative and world cinema. 555 Main Street – Exchange District More than just screening films, they also provide artist talks, panel email: [email protected] discussions and special events to feed the minds of cinema fans. www.centennialconcerthall.com Cinematheque operates year-round, with two films shown per night Wednesday to Sunday night. 100 Arthur Street – Exchange District Words & Deeds at the Winnipeg Convention Centre tel: 204.925.3457 | 204.925.3456 email: [email protected] www.winnipegcinematheque.com

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Gas Station Arts Centre w Pantages Playhouse Theatre w The Gas Station Arts Centre is a vibrant home that builds community The Pantages Playhouse Theatre, a designated historical landmark, through the creation and presentation of the arts. This 232-seat plays host to local and international groups, both amateur and venue brings the best of theatre, music, dance, comedy and poetry professional. to Winnipeg at its intimate Osborne Village location. The facility also 180 Market Avenue – Exchange District boasts an art gallery featuring works by local visual artists. tel: 204.989.2889 445 River Avenue (corner of River Avenue and Osborne Street) – email: [email protected] Osborne Village www.pantagesplayhouse.com tel: 204.284.9477 email: [email protected] West End Cultural Centre w www.gsac.ca This funky all-ages concert venue plays host to local, national and international concerts. Friendly and eclectic, this licensed concert IMAX® Theatre Winnipeg w hall is one of the city’s most popular. To see a schedule of upcoming The IMAX Theatre is Winnipeg’s premiere downtown entertainment events, visit the website. venue featuring an exciting mix of 2D and 3D IMAX films. Experience 586 Ellice Avenue – West End the immersive and eye-popping 3D technology at the only large- tel: 204.783.6918 format theatre in Manitoba. The 5 1/2 story screen, crystal clear email: [email protected] images and amazing digital surround sound make you feel like you www.wecc.ca are part of the film – it’s the ultimate way to see a movie. Free underground parking. Winnipeg Convention Centre w Situated in the heart of Winnipeg’s downtown, within easy walking Third Floor – 393 Portage Avenue distance of more than 2,500 first-class hotel rooms, the 160,000 ( Shopping Centre) – Downtown square foot Winnipeg Convention Centre is one of western Canada’s tel: 204.956.4629 | 1.800.356.4629 top meeting, consumer/trade show, banquet, conference and special email: [email protected] event facilities. From international conferences and high-end www.imaxwinnipeg.com galas, to concerts and weddings, the Winnipeg Convention Centre delivers contemporary atmosphere, state-of-the-art technology and MTS Centre w versatility. Whether you’re travelling across the city to see a superstar in concert or across the continent as part of the tour itself, no itinerary 375 York Avenue is complete without a stop at MTS Centre. Conveniently located in the tel: 204.956.1720 | 1.800.565.7776 heart of downtown Winnipeg and North America, this state-of-the-art email: [email protected] 15,000-seat facility has consistently been ranked as one of the top www.wcc.mb.ca 50 busiest venues in the world by Pollstar Magazine. From hockey games to concerts and everything in between, great nights always 2 start at MTS Centre. Tickets at Ticketmaster 204.780.3333 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca 300 Portage Avenue – Downtown email: [email protected] www.mtscentre.ca 1

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www.visitwinnipegnow.com 25 f family fun 1 Whether young in age or simply young at heart, Winnipeg is your destination for affordable family fun. From educational expeditions at some of the best prairie wilderness sites, to action-packed amusement park adventures, and cool kid- themed hotel rooms, laughter and good times for the whole family are waiting in Winnipeg.

Fun Mountain Water Slide Park w Manitoba Children’s Museum w A Fun Mountain is the place for a fun family getaway or to just simply A fun family destination! Housed in the oldest surviving train splash the hours away. Enjoy water slides, tropical theme mini golf, repair facility in Manitoba, the Children’s Museum features twelve and bumper boat rentals. Food concession, locker and life jacket permanent galleries that spark creative learning. Visitors can hop rentals, gift shop and free parking are also available. aboard the authentic 1952 diesel locomotive and 1920 Pullman Open daily from mid-June to late August (weather permitting). Call passenger coach, explore the four-storey tall Lasagna Lookout, for hours. test their perceptions in the giant Illusion Tunnel, perform water experiments in Splash Lab, and much more. A toddler-exclusive 804 Murdock Road (off Hwy #1 East), 6 kms east of the Royal space, Tot Spot serves the needs of the Museum’s smallest visitors. Canadian Mint – Just Outside Winnipeg (East) During the holiday season, take a stroll through the land of fairytales tel: 204.255.3910 in Eaton’s Santa’s Village. All that PLUS public programs, workshops email: [email protected] & special events! Open daily (Spring 2011). www.funmountain.ca 45 Forks Market Road – The Forks Grand Prix Amusements w tel: 204.924.4000 Rev up the excitement with go-kart racing on three challenging email: [email protected] tracks with over 75 go-karts for ages four to adult. Come play the 18- www.childrensmuseum.com hole pirate theme mini golf and visit Skull Mountain, Treasure Island and the life sized pirate ship. Cool off on a bumper boat or launch Manitoba Theatre for Young People w water balloons at each other in the water wars game. Step up to the MTYP has gathered the most innovative and imaginative work plate in one of five batting cages, bump on a super collider bumper for young people that they could find. Follow them as they travel car, or have a bouncing good time on one of the trampolines. Also from Scotland to Ancient Greece, from Italy to Africa, all around on site are concessions, arcade, and picnic areas. Group and party Canada and of course, tell stories from right here in Winnipeg. As rates are available. a leader in theatre for young audiences, MTYP has been creating and presenting professional, innovative theatre since 1982, both Free general admission, free parking, Pay as You Play Activities. in Canada and internationally. All performances are presented in Open daily including holidays: mid-April through mid-October MTYP’s reconfigurable 315-seat theatre at The Forks. (weather permitting). Call for hours. Season runs from October to April. Highway #1 East (Fermor Avenue), 4 kms east of the Royal Performing Arts Centre, 2 Forks Market Road – The Forks Canadian Mint – Just Outside Winnipeg (East) tel: 204.947.0394 | box office: 204.942.8898 tel: 204.254.3644 email: [email protected] www.grandprixamusements.com www.mtyp.ca

Visit Winnipeg’s number one tourist destination and find plenty to do, see, taste and experience: 200+ events, a fresh food market, heritage attractions, open greenspaces, a children’s museum, skateboard park, boutique hotel, theatre, over 70 shops, skating trails and more. See you at The Forks.

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Thunder Rapids Fun Park w U-Puttz Black Light Miniature Golf w Come and enjoy the scenic park with fun-filled rides and activities for U-Puttz Black Light Miniature Golf is the newest and most exciting all age groups. Thunder Rapids has five different types of go-karts, addition to family entertainment to hit Winnipeg! This uniquely from kiddie karts to thunder karts, water squirting bumper boats, themed, artistically created 18-hole miniature golf course features batting cages, video games, concession stand, a huge free jungle realistic props and murals that will take you deep into the sea and gym, picnic areas, barbeque rentals, and don’t forget the gorgeous back in time! 18-hole mini golf course complete with a waterfall and island green! 423 McPhillips Street – North End Hours of operation are Monday to Saturday in summer from 10:00 tel: 204.582.2166 am to 10:00 pm, spring and fall from 10:00 am to dusk. Open at noon email: [email protected] on Sundays. www.u-puttz.ca 5058 Portage Avenue (4 kms west of Downs) – For more Family Fun activities please see the following listings: Just Outside Winnipeg (West) tel: 204.885.7223 , Page 53 email: [email protected] The Forks, Pages 6, 47 www.thunderrapids.ca Manitoba Museum, Page 36 Tinkertown Family Fun Park w Golf Dome, Page 64 An outdoor family amusement park with over 20 rides and attractions featuring a 1/2 mile scenic train ride, carousel, ferris wheel, bumper 4 cars, roller coaster, scrambler, antique “Tin Lizzie” car ride and a wide variety of kiddie rides including the ever popular “Bulgy the Whale” and the flying helicopter ride. Play 18-hole mini golf and enjoy the wide variety of food and ice cream concessions, mini donuts, lemonade stand, gift shop and arcade. Open mid-May until mid-September (weather permitting) 621 Murdock Road – Just Outside Winnipeg (East) tel: 204.257.8095 email: [email protected] www.tinkertown.mb.ca 3

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Winnipeg’s many galleries offer an impressive variety of historical art, artistic beauty and modern interpretations. From Aboriginal artifacts, to turn-of-the-last-century gowns, to contemporary Inuit art, and spray painted urban murals – the galleries of Winnipeg are a must see while visiting the city. 1 1

Gallery Lacosse Platform: Centre for Photographic Located in the Corydon area, Gallery Lacosse celebrates Manitoba and Digital Arts w art and its unique place in the Canadian creative landscape. Owner PLATFORM is Manitoba’s only artist-run centre devoted exclusively and artist Terry Lacosse takes pride in supporting local talent. These to photographic and digital arts. Founded in 1981, the gallery exhibits artists are showcased through their paintings, pottery, photos, and artwork by local, national and international artists, showcasing the jewellery including Terry’s paintings of the neighbourhood and the scope of photographic and digital art practices from innovations beaches of Lake Winnipeg. and re-discoveries arising from the traditional print, to advances Hours are Tuesday to Friday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday stemming from digital photographic techniques, to the outer limits from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. where photography dissolves into other media classifications. 169 Lilac Street – Corydon Avenue 121-100 Arthur Street (Artspace Building) – Exchange District tel: 204.284.0726 tel: 204.942.8183 www.tlacosse.com email: [email protected] www.platformgallery.org Graffiti Gallery w Graffiti Gallery is part of Graffiti Art Programming Inc., a notfor Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art w

Mayberry Fine Art Mayberry profit community youth art organization located in the core area of Winnipeg. It uses art as a tool for community development, social Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art is Manitoba’s premier change, and individual growth. The Gallery hosts community urban contemporary art gallery and the first Institute of Contemporary Art art exhibits by local, Canadian and international artists. The satellite in Canada. Since 1972, Plug In has exhibited the very best local and gallery located at The Skate Plaza at The Forks features an additional international art work in all media. Renowned globally for its prize- six panels without the restriction of operating hours. Every visit to winning representation of Canada at the 49th Venice Biennale (2001), Graffiti Gallery is unique; the walls are an evolving urban canvas. Plug In is also an important publisher of art editions. 109 Higgins Ave (East of Main Street) – Exchange District Hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. tel: 204.667.9960 460 Portage Avenue – Downtown email: [email protected] tel: 204.942.1043 Exhibition at the Graffiti Gallery Exhibition at the Graffiti www.graffitigallery.ca email: [email protected] Mayberry Fine Art www.plugin.org Mayberry Fine Art is centrally located in a restored heritage building Urban Shaman Contemporary at the heart of Winnipeg’s historic Exchange District. Works by Aboriginal Art leading Canadian artists, such as Joe Fafard and Wanda Koop are Urban Shaman Contemporary Aboriginal Art is a nationally displayed in over 6,000 square feet of gallery space. Regular recognized leader in Aboriginal arts programming and one of the exhibitions at the main gallery, as well as at Mayberry Fine Art’s foremost venues and voices for Aboriginal art in Canada. Their satellite gallery in , feature rare and important early focus is on developing new programming and new presentations of and contemporary Canadian art. Indigenous art which has resulted Hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, in increased exposure and the 3 Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. expansion of their activities. 212 McDermot Avenue – Exchange District 203-290 McDermot Avenue – Winnipeg Square – near the Fort Street entrance Exchange District (open during regular mall hours) – Downtown tel: 204.942.2674 tel: 204.255.5690 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.urbanshaman.org www.mayberryfineart.com 2 1. Early Masters Sculpture at the Winnipeg Art Gallery 2. FAX, December 12, 2009 – February 21, 2010, installation view 3. Artwork at Urban Shaman Contemporary Aboriginal Art

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Wah-sa Gallery w Woodlands Gallery w The Wah-sa Gallery is devoted exclusively to Canadian Aboriginal Located on Academy Road among an eclectic array of upscale art and crafts. The Gallery exhibits a wide range of originals, limited boutiques and restaurants, Woodlands Gallery shows an engaging edition prints and art cards. The gallery also handles craft, pottery, selection of traditional and contemporary Canadian Art. In addition carvings and giftware. to original artwork by professional Manitoba and Canadian artists, Johnston Terminal – The Forks the gallery offers unique gift items and professional custom framing. tel: 204.942.5121 Open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm and Saturday 10:00 email: [email protected] am to 5:00 pm. www.wahsa.mb.ca 535 Academy Road – River Heights Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG) w A tel: 204.947.0700 With an exterior of Manitoba Tyndall stone, Canada’s oldest email: [email protected] public gallery is home to the world’s largest public collection of www.woodlandsgallery.com contemporary Inuit art, some of which is always on display. The For more Galleries please see the following listings: Winnipeg Art Gallery boasts a constantly changing exhibition schedule of national and international art, as well as emphasizing Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, Page 53 the work of Manitoba artists. The gift shop carries unique jewellery, Pavilion Gallery Museum, Page 54 ceramics, and glassware handcrafted by Canadian artists. The bright and airy Storm restaurant overlooks the rooftop sculpture garden and tables are set outside in the summer months. The WAG is located 3 within walking distance of all downtown hotels. Open year-round. 2 300 Memorial Boulevard – Downtown tel: 204.786.6641 email: [email protected] www.wag.mb.ca

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460 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB www.plugin.org Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art EXHIBITIONS|PUBLICATIONS|TOURS|ARTIST TALKS|PERFORMANCES|BOOKSTORE & GIFTS Exhibition and Shop Hours: Admission to the galleries is free Wednesday to Saturday: 12 – 9 p.m. Parking is available at rear Sunday: 12 – 6 p.m. Please call about venue bookings and tours Plug In Shop: www.plugin.org/shop

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You can bet on Winnipeg to offer a variety of gaming activities. From a variety of slot machines and popular gaming tables like Blackjack, Poker and Keno at the Casino’s of Winnipeg to the thrill of the horse races at the , there’s plenty of gaming options to choose from to keep you entertained and on the edge of your seat.

Assiniboia Downs w A McPhillips Station Casino w A Featuring live thoroughbred racing, May through late September. Relive the opulent splendor of the past and saunter into one of the Visit the website or call for a live racing schedule. Licensed Terrace most unique entertainment facilities in western Canada. Dining Room overlooks the racetrack & offers exceptional dining. Deep red velvets, rich woods, and twinkling chandeliers take you Open year-round: 140-VLT Gaming Lounge & Simulcast Wagering on back to a grand era of excitement and indulgence. The 178,000 televised races from tracks in Canada, USA, and Australia. The facility square foot, smoke-free facility offers exceptional dining and is also available for trade shows and private and corporate events. lounges, popular live entertainment, sport bar and first-class gaming Full catering services are available. experience. 3975 Portage Avenue – Just Outside Winnipeg (West) Open year-round, Monday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 3:00 am and tel: 204.885.3330 Sunday from noon to 3:00 am. Closed on selected holidays. Group email: [email protected] tours available. www.ASDowns.com 484 McPhillips Street – North End Club Regent Casino w A tel: 204.957.2500 | 1.800.265.3912 Paradise awaits you in a tropical jungle atmosphere where you can (toll free in Canada and the U.S.) explore a mystical world that includes vibrant flowers, swaying www.casinosofwinnipeg.com palm trees, and the sounds of tropical birds. Enter Neptune’s Cave and explore the magic of Manitoba’s only walk-through saltwater 1. Train at McPhillips Station Casino 2. Upper Deck Lounge at McPhillips Station Casino aquarium, the largest of its kind in the Midwest. The Casino offers exceptional dining and lounges, popular live entertainment, a dance club and a first-class gaming experience all within a 182,000 square-foot, smoke-free facility. 2 Take a trip through the tropics Monday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 3:00 am and Sunday from noon to 3:00 am. Closed on selected holidays. Group tours available. 1425 Regent Avenue West – Transcona tel: 204.957.2500 | 1.800.265.3912 (toll free in Canada and the U.S.) www.casinosofwinnipeg.com

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Winnipeg’s many museums provide a rich reflection of not only the history of our city, but also the province of Manitoba, the Prairies and Canada. From the nine interpretive galleries at the Manitoba Museum to the beginnings of the aviation industry, the following list of museums offers a historical and educational look into the past.

Air Force Heritage Museum Fort la Reine Museum, Pioneer and Air Park w Village and Tourist Bureau w A Enjoy the largest air park in Canada which includes mounted The Fort, built in 1738 by French Explorer Pierre Gaultier de la military aircraft from the ’s Air Force. The free Air Verendrye, depicts the life of prairie pioneers in Manitoba. Visit the Force Heritage Museum, situated on the ground floor of 1 Canadian pioneer village, the Ukrainian Catholic Church and the 1881 school Air Division headquarters (the Bishop Building) contains many where Mary Louise Pickering taught. See the actual 1882 railcar used outstanding exhibits of National Significance. Open by appointment by William Van Horne when building the CPR and explore several only; please call. turn-of-the-last-century homes, including the home of former North of Sharp Boulevard (Air Force Way) off Ness Avenue – Premier Douglas Campbell. Here you will also find the Manitoba St. James / Airport Softball Hall of Fame and Museum, a military museum and the world’s tel: 204.833.2500 ext 4180 largest indoor displays of Allis-Chalmers farm equipment. The Museum is open annually mid-May to mid-September from 9:00 Bishop Velychkovsky am to 6:00 pm (Sundays from noon). The Portage Tourist Bureau is Martyr’s Shrine w open year-round with reduced hours (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) during the This is Canada’s second martyr’s shrine. The beautiful chapel off season. contains the relics (mortal remains) of the Ukrainian Catholic martyr, Group tours arranged by appointment only. Blessed Vasyl Velychkovsky. Beatified by Pope John Paul II, Blessed Vasyl, a Ukrainian Catholic, suffered severe torture during the Soviet Located just 4 kms east of city centre on Highway #1A at junction regime and died in Winnipeg in 1973. of Highway #26 in , Manitoba. tel: 204.857.3259 A museum depicting the martyr’s life story is open Tuesday to Friday email: [email protected] from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. www.fortlareinemuseum.ca 250 Jefferson Avenue (St. Joseph’s Ukrainian Catholic Church) – www.portagetouristbureau.ca North End tel: 204.338.7321 Grant’s Old Mill w email: [email protected] See a working replica of Cuthbert Grant’s original water-powered www.bvmartyrshrine.com mill, built in 1829. During the summer months wheat is ground into flour. The Mill celebrates Grant and the Métis culture the second Fire Fighters Museum of Winnipeg w Saturday in July with a BBQ and activities. A pioneer picnic is held on Among the oldest fire stations in Canada, this beautifully maintained the second Saturday in August. fire hall, built in 1903, features stained glass windows and ornate 2777 Portage Avenue – St. James tin ceilings. As a tribute to the heroism of fire fighters, the museum tel: 204.986.5613 (summer) | 204.253.4904 (winter) displays hand and horse drawn, steam and early motorized fire apparatus, artifacts, photographs and records dating back to the 1880s. 2 Open Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Other times by appointment. 56 Maple Street – Exchange District tel: 204.942.4817 email: [email protected] www.winnipegfiremuseum.ca

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Ivan Franko Museum w Manitoba Crafts Museum & Library w View works by Ukrainian author and poet Ivan Franko. By The Museum interprets the rich historical and contemporary appointment only. handicrafts of Manitoba. In addition, the Library holds history, theory and instruction books on many craft techniques. 200 McGregor Street – North End tel: 204.589.4397 Please call for hours.

Living Prairie Museum w 1B-183 Kennedy (second door on the side) – Downtown The Museum is a 13 hectare endangered tall grass prairie preserve tel: 204.487.6117 located inside the city. Set aside in 1968 as a remnant of original tall email: [email protected] grass prairie, this preserve is home to over 160 species of prairie www.mts.net/~mcml wildflowers, grasses and shrubs with a great array of wildlife. Explore Manitoba Electrical Museum this endangered ecosystem with “Naturalist Knapsacks” which are & Education Centre w full of fun equipment and free to borrow while on site. From a time of oil lamps and electric streetcars to the crazy 2795 Ness Avenue – St. James contraptions that developed into household appliances, explore tel: 204.832.0167 Manitoba’s electrical history from the 1880s to now. Interactive email: [email protected] exhibits include a towering robot made of over 50 household www.livingprairie.ca appliances!

Louis Riel’s Tomb w Open Monday to Thursday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and by Visit the resting place of Louis Riel, Métis leader and founder of the appointment. Guided tours are available. Special events include All province of Manitoba. That Glows: Then and Now, an annual celebration of holiday lighting trends, running from mid-November to early January. 190 avenue de la Cathédrale (St. Boniface Cathedral Cemetery) – Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French Quarter 680 Harrow Street – Corydon / Fort Rouge tel: 204.360.7905 Lower National www.hydro.mb.ca/museum Historic Site of Canada w A History will unfold before your eyes at this restored 19th century 3 fort where costumed staff recreate the 1850s in the Red River Valley. Come and meet the Governor of the Hudson’s Bay Company as he 3. Living Parairie Museum strolls through his garden, barter with the company clerk, sit in a tipi 4. Maison Gabrielle-Roy 5. and listen to the whispers of ancient legends. Touch the coarse fur of a bison hide at the oldest stone fur trading post in North America, or if you prefer, scour the Fort for clues in a family scavenger hunt or explore the new interactive exhibit in the Visitor Reception Centre. 4 There is something here for the whole family. Living history programs run May 15 to Labour Day from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily. Daily guided tours in English and French and motorized access for mobility challenged visitors available. Scheduled tours are offered in September and October. Main Street / Highway #9 (15 minutes north of Winnipeg) –Just Outside (North) 5 tel: 1.888.773.8888 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/garry

Maison Gabrielle-Roy w A Discover the ancestral house that inspired Gabrielle Roy, one of Canada’s most influential authors of the 20th century. This home was Gabrielle Roy’s birthplace and the perfect setting for some of her most loved stories. 375 rue Deschambault – Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French Quarter tel: 204.231.3853 email: [email protected] www.maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca www.visitwinnipegnow.com 35 M museums/historical

Manitoba Historical Society The Manitoba Museum w A Dalnavert Museum w A The Manitoba Museum is an award-winning heritage and edutainment Take a trip into Winnipeg’s past as you tour the 1895 home of Sir Hugh centre welcoming thousands of visitors each year. Winner of the John Macdonald – former Manitoba Premier and son of Canada’s first Michelin Green Guide’s top award – designated “Worth the Trip”, the Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald. Rescued from demolition in Museum features an ever changing variety of touring and specialty 1969, MHS Dalnavert has since been awarded Provincial and National exhibits. Historic Site designations. Museum interpreters bring history to life 190 Rupert Avenue – The Exchange District through stories and artifacts that represent an affluent family’s tel: 204.956.2830 | 204.943.3139 (recorded information) lifestyle in the early days of Winnipeg. www.manitobamuseum.ca The adjoining Visitors’ Centre, is a state-of-the-art “green” building that overlooks Dalnavert’s garden and houses an impressive gift On Site at The Manitoba Museum shop, featuring many items from local artisans. Free parking is Museum Galleries available for visitors. Final daily tours will commence 45 minutes The Manitoba Museum is noted for the dramatic walk-through prior to closing. settings among its nine spectacular permanent galleries. From Please call for hours. the Nonsuch, a replica of a full-size 17th century ship that sailed the world, to the Urban Gallery, a trip back through time to the 61 Carlton (just south of Broadway) – Downtown roaring 20s, to the dramatic Orientation Gallery with its re-creation tel: 204.943.9835 of an early bison hunt, a trip to the Museum is a journey through email: [email protected] Manitoba’s past, present, and future. www.mhs.mb.ca

Be enlightened Take an electrifying tour

Explore Manitoba’s unique history of electrical development. See a streetcar, a 12 ft. appliance robot and more.

Walk-ins welcome or take a guided tour.

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Planetarium Manitoba Sports Hall Winnipeg is home to one of only five major Planetariums in the of Fame & Museum w country and features live interactive multimedia shows that re- Celebrate the rich tradition of Manitoba’s sport heritage with a create the current night sky, highlight the latest space discoveries, brand new museum gallery opening in early 2011 on the main floor and follows the developments of the space program. From adventure- of the new Sport for Life Centre in the heart of Downtown Winnipeg’s inspired animated children’s shows to feature presentations that will museum district. All new dynamic exhibits and interactive displays satisfy the astronomy enthusiast, the Planetarium introduces the make this a must see for sports fans of all ages! wonders of the universe to sky watchers of all ages. 145 Pacific Avenue – Exchange District Science Gallery tel: 204.925.5736 The Science Gallery features many fun, interactive exhibits that email: [email protected] encourage learning and discovery. Visitors can learn what they’d www.halloffame.mb.ca weigh on other planets, interact with a tornado, explore basic Maple Grove Tea Room principles of science, and try out their talents on a laser harp. at Kennedy House w There’s always something new to experience at The Manitoba Maple Grove Tea Room is located inside the 1866 historic Kennedy Museum’s Science Gallery. House, home to entrepreneur and explorer Captain William Kennedy. The home features a museum depicting the furnishings of that era. Have a delicious homemade dessert or lunch on the patio or Tea 1 Room that overlooks the Red River and the beautiful flower gardens on the grounds of Kennedy House. Season runs from early May through the last weekend in September. 2 2 417 River Road, St. Andrews (12-minute drive north of the Perimeter Highway on Highway # 9) – Just Outside Winnipeg (North) 1 tel: 204.334.2498 email: [email protected] www.maple.grove.weebly.com

Mennonite Heritage Village w A The Mennonite Heritage Village in Steinbach offers an opportunity to experience and appreciate the rugged lifestyle endured by Mennonites and other pioneer settlers. Tour the unique, fully- functional windmill, sod dugout shelter, log home and house-barns. Visit the blacksmith shop, print shop, stores, historic schools and churches, and see various farm animals, antique steam engines, tractors, vehicles and implements. Authentic cuisine can be sampled in the Livery Barn Restaurant. Just 45 minutes from downtown Winnipeg; take Highway 1 E. and then 15 km south on Highway 12. tel: 204.326.9661 | 1.800.280.8741 email: [email protected] www.mhv.ca

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Le Musée de Saint-Boniface / National Historic Site of St. Boniface Museum w A Canada w Stand within the oldest building in Winnipeg, and the largest oak Take a glimpse into the life of Louis Riel, Métis leader and founder log structure in North America. The Museum depicts the lives of of Manitoba, at his family’s historic house, restored to its 1886 the French and Métis people. Originally the Grey Nuns Convent, this appearance. museum also boasts the largest collection of Louis Riel artifacts in 330 River Road – St. Vital the country. tel: 204.257.1783 494 avenue Taché – Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French Quarter www.parkscanada.gc.ca/riel tel: 204.237.4500 email: [email protected] Ross House Museum w www.msbm.mb.ca Ross House was the first post office west of Thunder Bay. The Manitoba Historical Society hosts an interpretive exhibit as well Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural as rooms set to reflect the life of a prominent Métis family. No and Educational Centre w admission fee. View the largest collection of Ukrainian historical and cultural Open Wednesday to Sunday 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. Season runs from artifacts in North America including a museum, library, art gallery, June 1 to August 31. archives and boutique. 140 Meade St. North (Joe Zuken Heritage Park) Open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Sundays in – Historic North summer from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. tel: 204.943.3958 184 Alexander Avenue East – Exchange District email: [email protected] tel: 204.942.0218 www.mhs.mb.ca email: [email protected] www.oseredok.org Royal Regimental Museum w Promenade Taché / Stop in at this Museum depicting western Canada’s oldest infantry Grey Nuns Walkway w militia unit dating back to 1870. The Museum collects, displays and Enjoy a beautiful, cross-river view of The Forks and the Winnipeg interprets articles and artifacts pertaining to the history of the skyline from the lamp-lit Promenade Taché. Interpretive plaques Regiment. along the walkway explain the early development of St. Boniface. Open Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Avenue Taché, just over the Esplanade Riel Pedestrian Bridge – 969 St. Matthews Avenue (Minto Armouries) – West End Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French Quarter tel: 204.786.4300 ext 3492 | 204.895.2588 Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders www.mts.net/~rwpgrif of Canada Museum 3 View displays of uniforms, weapons, pictures and artifacts from 1870 to the present, telling the story of Western Canada’s oldest highland unit. 230-969 St. Matthews Avenue (Minto Armoury) – West End tel: 204.786.4300 ext 3436

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St. Andrew’s Rectory National St. John’s Cathedral and Cemetery w Historic Site w The parish of St. John has been a presence in the north end of View exhibits depicting the history of the rectory and its founders. Winnipeg since 1820. The first worshippers were the Selkirk settlers Enjoy the beauty of the restored Rectory (built between 1850 and and Hudson’s Bay Company employees. The cemetery surrounding 1855) and period landscaping. the Cathedral predates the parish, established by the Selkirk Settlers soon after their arrival in 1812, making it the oldest cemetery west Season runs from mid-May through Labour Day. of the Great Lakes. River Road Heritage Parkway and St. Andrews Road Sunday Services: 10:30 am – Just Outside (North) tel: 204.334.6405 The cemetery is open year-round from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. www.parkscanada.gc.ca/standrewsrectory 135 Anderson Avenue – North End tel: 204.586.8385 St. Boniface Cathedral - Basilica w email: [email protected] The original cathedral, built in 1908, was destroyed by fire in 1968. www.stjohnscathedral.ca The remaining walls were incorporated into the design of the new church, creating a dramatic façade facing west across the Red River Seven Oaks House Museum towards downtown Winnipeg. Constructed in the 1850s entirely of oak logs, this original Inkster 190 avenue de la Cathédrale – Old St. Boniface / homestead houses artifacts of the Red River settlers. Winnipeg’s French Quarter Open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Guided tours are available. tel: 204.237.4500 Admission by donation. www.cathedralestboniface.mb.ca Season runs from Victoria Day long weekend to Labour Day. St. James - Assiniboia Museum w 115 Rupertsland Boulevard – North End The historically designated two storey Red River Frame Brown House tel: 204.339.7429 built in 1856, is furnished with period pieces from 1860-1890. HBC employee William Brown and his Métis wife, Charlotte Oman, raised Transcona Historical Museum w six children in the house with details of their life accounted in the The Transcona Historical Museum’s mission is to maintain and Museum’s historiography. During the Red River Uprising, William promote the history, stories and community spirit of Transcona. Brown Sr., his son-in-law, the Honourable John Taylor, first Minister Exhibits rotate yearly, but feature the community and railway of Agriculture, and Thomas Scott held clandestine meetings in the history of the area, first and second world war history, Manitoba Brown House. archaeology as well as moths and butterflies from around the world. The Museum holds specialty historical theatre throughout the Educational programs and group presentations may be arranged by summer months for groups by appointment. A free Pioneer Heritage appointment. Day is held in August with refreshments, tours, entertainment, Summer hours (June–August) are Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am environmental theatre, crafts and pioneer games for the whole to 4:00 pm. Regular hours (September–May) are Tuesday to Saturday family to enjoy! from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Closed January. 3180 Portage Avenue - St. James 141 Regent Ave West – Transcona tel: 204.888.8706 tel: 204.222.0423 email: [email protected] 4 www.transconamuseum.mb.ca 1. Artifacts at Ross House Museum 6 2. St. Boniface Cathedral 3. Riel House National Historic Site 4. Western Canada Aviation Museum 5. Grant’s Old Mill 6. Grasslands Exhibit at the Manitoba Museum

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Ukrainian Museum of Canada w Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG) w A The Museum is located in the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox With an exterior of Manitoba Tyndall stone, Canada’s oldest Cathedral. It is a Winnipeg landmark featuring a Ukrainian Baroque public gallery is home to the world’s largest public collection of architectural style with an exterior mosaic by Leo Mol, a carved contemporary Inuit art, some of which is always on display. The icon screen wall and stained glass windows. The Museum houses a Winnipeg Art Gallery boasts a constantly changing exhibition collection of Ukrainian folk arts and crafts, a library and gift shop. schedule of national and international art, as well as emphasizing Open Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The season runs the work of Manitoba artists. The gift shop carries unique jewellery, from July through August. ceramics, and glassware handcrafted by Canadian artists. The bright and airy Storm restaurant overlooks the rooftop sculpture garden 1175 Main Street – North End and tables are set outside in the summer months. The WAG is located tel: 204.582.1018 within walking distance of all downtown hotels. www.htmoc.com Open year-round. Upper Fort Garry w 300 Memorial Boulevard – Downtown The Fort, built between 1834-37, was the centre of trade for an area tel: 204.786.6641 that was larger than Eastern Europe and was the administrative and email: [email protected] judicial body of the Red River Settlement, which was governed by www.wag.mb.ca the Hudson’s Bay Company. It was also the place where Louis Riel formed the Provisional Government which led to Manitoba entering Winnipeg Police Museum w Confederation as a province. Upper Fort Garry was demolished Displays and artifacts are featured relating to the history of the between 1881-89. A fundraising campaign is underway to create the Winnipeg Police Force dating from its beginning in 1874 to the Upper Fort Garry Heritage Park and Interpretive Centre. present. tel: 204.987.4359 Open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Free admission. www.upperfortgarry.com 130 Allard Avenue – Assiniboia Western Canada Aviation Museum w A tel: 204.986.3976 Take your imagination to the sky! Your visit will be filled with tales email: [email protected] from the sky, great ideas (and not so great ideas) in flight, and a true www.winnipeg.ca/police/museum appreciation for the adventuring spirit. The Museum also houses an interactive play area for kids aged 2 to Climb the stairs of the historic Via Rail Station to tracks 1 and 2, 12. Fly a plane, cycle a propeller, build a rocket, spot a flying saucer… where you will discover 37,500 square feet of railway history and and still be back in time for dinner. artifacts. Hangar T-2, 958 Ferry Road, just five minutes from See the Countess of Dufferin, the first steam locomotive on Shopping Centre – St. James the prairies, also diesel and electric locomotives, rolling stock, tel: 204.786.5503 maintenance of way equipment, the history of CN, CP, City of email: [email protected] Winnipeg rail, the construction of the Hudson Bay Railway, the www.wcam.mb.ca struggle of Women to enter the railroad industry, a large HO gauge model layout and finish with a visit to the railroad oriented gift shop. The Museum is open May 1 to October 31 daily from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, March and November they are open Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Please call for hours of operation from December through February. Located upstairs on Tracks 1 and 2 in Via Rail Union Station. Entrances available from Broadway and Main or the Forks Market entrance – Downtown / The Forks tel: 204. 942.4632 email: [email protected] www.wpgrailmuseum.com

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Winnipeg is a metropolitan city with a thriving urban contemporary scene. Here, hipsters and trendsetters can groove to some of the best DJ’s in Canada or chill out in one of Winnipeg’s many lounges. Known for its indie music scene, Winnipeg is also home to several live performance venues and pubs featuring local musicians, singers and performers. Choose your favourite genera or be adventurous and discover something new in Winnipeg.

Billiards Comedy Dance 4Play Sports Bar w Rumor’s Comedy Club w Alive w 323 Portage Avenue 2025 Corydon Avenue 140 Bannatyne Avenue tel: 204.221.4583 tel: 204.488.4520 tel: 204.989.8080 www.4playsportsbar.com www.rumorscomedyclub.com www.aliveinthedistrict.com Alfie’s Restaurant & Country Area Nightclub w Billiards w 1792 Pembina Highway, located in the 1042 Keewatin Street Country Corral w Express by Canad Inns tel: 204.633.6677 3740 Portage Avenue tel: 204.269.6955 tel: 204.837.5831 www.canadclubs.com Flea Whiskey’s w 601 Erin Street Cowboys w Club 3D w tel: 204.775.2727 1034 Elizabeth Road, Located in the Canad 3317 Portage Avenue www.fleawhiskeys.com Inns Destination Centre Windsor Park tel: 204.837.1314 tel: 204.253.2641 Miss Q’s Billiards w www.canadclubs.com Mystique 314 Bond Street 441 Main Street tel: 204.224.4757 Palomino Club tel: 204.943.2623 1133 Portage Avenue www.mystiquewinnipeg.com Triple B’s Billiards w tel: 204.772.0454 121 Scurfield Blvd. www.palominoclub.ca Republic Nightclub w tel: 204.452.3222 291 Bannatyne Avenue 1873 Henderson Highway Silver Spike Saloon w tel: 204.510.9200 tel: 204.339.0886 202 Bond Street www.republicnightclub.ca www.triplebs.com tel: 204.224.4885 Stereo Nightclub w X-Cues Billiards w Silverado’s w 1034 Elizabeth Road, located in the Canad 551 Sargent Avenue 2100 McPhillips Street Inns Destination Centre Windsor Park tel: 204.783.4137 tel: 204.633.0024 tel: 204.253.2641 www.x-cues.com www.canadclubs.com www.canadclubs.com Blues Whiskey Dix w 436 Main Street Please call or visit the individual Times Changed High & tel: 204.944.7539 websites for entertainment schedules Lonesome Club w www.whiskeydix.com 234 Main Street tel: 204.957.0982 www.highandlonesomeclub.ca 1 2

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Tijuana Yacht Club w IMAX Theatre w Live Music 1405 St. Matthews Avenue, located in the Portage Place Shopping Centre, 393 Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park Portage Avenue Bar Italia tel: 204.775.8791 tel: 204.956.4629 / 1.800.956.4629, 737 Corydon Avenue www.canadclubs.com www.imaxwinnipeg.com tel: 204.452.1929 Film / Movies Silver City – Polo Park Bella Vista w w 53 Maryland Street Cinema City – 817 St. James Street tel: 204.775.4485 McGillivray w tel: 204.774.1001 Burton Cummings 2190 McGillivray Blvd. Theatre w tel: 204.269.9978 SilverCity – St. Vital w St. Vital Shopping Centre, 160-1225 St. 364 Smith Street Cinema City – Mary’s Road tel: 204.956.5656 Northgate w tel: 204.256.3901 www.burtoncummingstheatre.com 1399 McPhillips Street Club Regent Casino w tel: 204.334.6234 Towne 8 301 Notre Dame Avenue 1425 Regent Avenue West Cinematheque w tel: 204.947.2848 tel: 204.957.2500 / 1.800.265.3912 100 Arthur Street www.casinosofwinnipeg.com tel: 204.925.3457 Gay / Lesbian Folk Exchange w www.winnipegfilmgroup.com Club 200 w 203-211 Bannatyne Avenue Famous Players w 190 Garry tel: 204.231.0096 Mall, 1555 Regent Avenue tel: 204.943.6045 Le Garage Café w tel: 204.663.2166 www.club200.ca 166 Provencher Boulevard www.cineplex.com Fame tel: 204.237.0737 Globe Cinema w 279 Garry Street www.garagecafe.ca tel: 204.414.9433 3rd Floor, Portage Place Shopping Centre, Limelight Tavern 393 Portage Avenue w 531 St. Mary’s Road tel: 204.694.5623 Gios 155 Smith Street tel: 204.233.3201 tel: 204.786.1236 www.gios.ca

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McPhillips Station Pubs Shannon’s Irish Pub Casino w 175 Carlton Street 484 McPhillips Street Dylan O’Connors Irish tel: 204.943.2302 tel: 204.957.2500 Pub and Restaurant w www.shannonsirishpub.ca www.casinosofwinnipeg.com 1875 Pembina Highway tel: 204.275.1926 Rock MTS Centre w www.dylansonpembina.com 300 Portage Avenue Cavern tel: 204.987.7825 Dylan O’Connors Irish 112 Osborne Street www.mtscentre.ca Pub and Restaurant w tel: 204.284.7201 2609 Portage Avenue Pyramid Cabaret tel: 204.415.4012 Pyramid Cabaret 176 Fort Street www.dylansonportage.com 176 Fort Street tel: 204.957.7777 tel: 204.957.7777 www.pyramid7.com Elephant & Castle w www.pyramid7.com 350 St. Mary Avenue Red Cactus Bar w tel: 204.942.5555 Mirrors Pub-Club 691 Corydon Avenue www.elephantcastle.com (The Big “A”) tel: 204.453.4616 1975 Portage Avenue Finn’s Pub at the Forks tel: 204.338.8777 Royal Albert Arms w w www.gordonhotels.com/bars.html 48 Albert Street 210 – 25 Forks Market Road tel: 204.943.8433 tel: 204.944.8118 Rock Bar w www.royalalbertarms.com www.finnspub.com 1931 Pembina Highway tel: 204.338.7625 Royal George Hotel w Fox & Hounds Tavern w www.therockbar.ca 123 Regent Avenue West 1719 Portage Avenue tel: 204.224.1882 tel: 204.888.2341 The Oak w www.royalgeorgehotel.ca www.foxandhoundstavern.com 826 Regent Avenue, Located in the Canad Inns Destination Centre Transcona The Marion w King’s Head Pub w tel: 204.224.1681 393 Marion Street 120 King Street www.theoakwinnipeg.com tel: 204.233.1477 tel: 204.957.7710 www.kingshead.ca The Zoo w West End Cultural 100 Osborne Street Centre w Regal Beagle Pub tel: 204.452.9824 586 Ellice Avenue 331 Smith Street tel: 204.783.6918 tel: 204.942.6411 www.wecc.ca Please call or visit the individual websites for 1 entertainment schedules

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Carol Shields Memorial Labyrinth w City Hall w The Carol Shields Memorial Labyrinth is a free, outdoor, garden Visit the city’s headquarters for City Council. Please call to reserve labyrinth which commemorates world renowned author, Carol a tour. Shields. It is the largest contemporary labyrinth in Canada and the 510 Main Street – Exchange District only labyrinth in the world that is bowl shaped. The Quote Walls are tel: 204.986.6069 (tours) a unique component of this labyrinth. The different textured granite www.winnipeg.ca tiles display a myriad of quotes from Carol Shields’ works. The labyrinth is located in King’s Park, just south of the Collège universitaire de Saint - off King’s Drive – Fort Garry Boniface w email: [email protected] Manitoba’s only French-language post-secondary institution is www.carolshieldslabyrinth.ca both a university and a technical college. Founded in 1818, Collège universitaire de Saint-Boniface was the first teaching establishment The Circle of Life Thunderbird House w in Western Canada and a co-founder of the University of Manitoba. The Circle of Life Thunderbird House is the home for Aboriginal 200 avenue de la Cathédrale – Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s spirituality and culture. It is a focal point and mecca for Aboriginal French Quarter people coming from rural communities to an urban environment. tel: 204.233.0210 / 1.888.233.5112 Open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm email: [email protected] 715 Main Street – Exchange District www.cusb.ca tel: 204.940.4240 Esplanade Riel Pedestrian Bridge w email: [email protected] This five-metre wide and 250-metre long “people path,” is located www.thunderbirdhouse.com north of the junction of the historic Red and Assiniboine Rivers, and provides a link between The Forks and Winnipeg’s French Quarter. The structure, cable-stayed from a single, transversely inclined pylon rising 57 metres above the Red River, reflects the lightweight nature of its pedestrian traffic, while the spire signifies a place of meeting in the middle of the Red River. A historical diorama can be viewed from the bridge. The bridge was named in honour of Louis Riel. 1 Water Avenue / Provencher Boulevard – The Forks / Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French Quarter

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Exchange District On Site at The Forks National Historic Site w Explore Manitoba Centre (Travel Manitoba) Established in the early 20th century, the Exchange District National Located in the heart of Winnipeg at The Forks (adjacent to the Historic Site is the original centre of commerce and culture in Johnston Terminal), the Explore Manitoba Centre is a permanent Winnipeg. The District has been preserved and nurtured as one of theme pavilion with over 8,000 square feet of incredible displays and North America’s most colourful and cosmopolitan neighbourhoods. exhibits that gives both visitors and residents alike a true sense of Providing a unique backdrop for Winnipeg’s bustling business the diversity and grandeur of Manitoba. The Explore Manitoba Centre and arts community, the 30-block District is a showcase for what also serves as a full-service information centre, providing visitors is perhaps the most extensive collection of turn-of-the-century with information on Manitoba and Winnipeg. The Trans Canada architecture on the continent. starts at mile “0” located at the centre. tel: 204.942.6716 Open daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm mid-May to Labour Day, 9:00 am email: [email protected] to 5:00 pm September to mid-May. www.exchangedistrict.org tel: 204.927.7838 | 1.800.665.0040 The Forks National email: [email protected] Historic Site of Canada w A www.travelmanitoba.com Discover a green oasis in the heart of Winnipeg. This nine-acre (3.6 Festival Park hectare) park, which encompasses open green spaces and a tree- Festival Park and Stage create the epicentre for many lined river walkway, is a national treasure owned and operated of the Winnipeg’s finest concerts and events including Canada Day by . Enlightening interpretive displays, inspiring at The Forks presented by Rogers and Folklorama’s annual kick off sculptures, stone pictographs and ceremonial bronze gambling celebrations. The 1999 Pan Am Games main stage concerts, Spiritfest sticks embody the Site’s rich continuum of historical events that and the Warchild Concert of 2000 were also held here. span over 6,000 years. tel: 204.942.6302 25 Forks Market Road – The Forks email: [email protected] Forks National Historic Site Office 204.983.6757 www.theforks.com For information on Parks Canada in Manitoba, visit the Explore Manitoba Centre at The Forks, or call Parks Canada at The Forks Market 1.888.773.8888 The Forks Market offers a multitude of shops to browse for a wide www.parkscanada.gc.ca/forks variety of specialty items and souvenirs. Downstairs, The Market features an irresistible fresh food emporium with everything from gourmet cheeses to meats, organic baked goods and wine. In the 2 upstairs Hayloft, shoppers will find items ranging from cigars and 2 aromatherapy products to crafts and artworks from 300 local and Canadian artisans. Open year-round tel: 204.942.6302 email: [email protected] www.theforks.com

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The Forks Market Plaza The Wall Through Time Centrally located at the heart of The Forks, The Plaza as it is The Wall Through Time forms a graphic retelling of historic events affectionately known by locals, is always a great place to meet. that took place at The Forks throughout its 6,000-year history. In the winter, The Forks Market Plaza is home to an artificially cooled The Path Through Time sculpture features two bronze shells and a skating rink, Winnipeg’s own version of Rockefeller Centre. Families, limestone centrepiece. tourists and lovers ice skate for free to piped-in music under the lovely canopy and twinkling lights. Fort Gibraltar w A Visit historical Fort Gibraltar from May 25 to September 4 and witness Come summer, The Forks Market Plaza features fountains, canopies, the fascinating history through the eyes of the voyageurs that lived several open performance spaces and incomparable patios. it! Costumed interpreters transport you back in time to the exciting tel: 204.942.6302 age of the fur trade. Tour a reconstructed nineteenth-century fort email: [email protected] and discover the diverse cast of characters that call it home. www.theforks.com Corner of St. Joseph and Messager Streets – Old St. Boniface / Johnston Terminal Winnipeg’s French Quarter This historic building offers three levels of fabulous shopping and tel: 204.237.7692 dining. Originally constructed in the 1920s, this beautifully restored email: [email protected] building now boasts Manitoba-owned businesses including shops, www.fortgibraltar.com specialty boutiques, restaurants and a large antique mall. Manitoba Legislative Building w A Open year-round. Visit Manitoba’s number one citizen, the beloved “,” who is perched atop the Provincial Legislative Building. Completed in 1920, tel: 204.956.5593 many consider this building to be the finest provincial legislative Oodena Celebration Circle building in the country. Guided tours are available. Call for details. Near the convergence of the two rivers is a natural shallow 450 Broadway – Downtown amphitheatre known as the Oodena Celebration Circle. It pays tel: 204.945.5813 homage to the 6,000 years of Aboriginal peoples in the area. Oodena, www.gov.mb.ca/legislature/info/reservation.html Cree for “the centre of the city,” features ethereal sculptures, a sundial, interpretive signage, a naked eye observatory and a ceremonial fire pit, making it a desirable venue for Aboriginal and cultural celebrations or a place to simply sit and marvel at its beauty. 1

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Millennium Library w Pineridge Hollow w This award-winning architectural gem is the main branch of Winnipeg A wonderful escape on seven beautiful acres! Enjoy a delicious Public Library’s 20 branch system and is truly worth a visit. Every breakfast, lunch or dinner in the restaurant or screened-in porch day, up to 5,000 visitors come through its doors in search of reading seven days a week. Visit the quaint gift shop to discover unique home material, movies and music, free Internet and wifi access and decor and giftware, then tour the beautifully landscaped gardens and stimulating programs for all ages. greenhouse. From July to September, visit the Farmers’ Market every Open Monday to Thursday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm and Friday to Saturday to support talented local growers and producers. Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Open Sundays from 1:00 pm to Heatherdale Road N. off Garven Road – Just Outside (Northeast) 5:00 pm, Labour Day to Victoria Day. From inside Bird’s Hill Park take South Drive 251 Donald Street (across from and the MTS Centre) – (directly across from the White-Tailed Deer Trail) Downtown tel: 204.777.3880 tel: 204.986.6450 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.pineridgehollow.com www.winnipeg.ca/library Prairie Dog Central Railway w 4 More than just a train ride! The Prairie Dog Central Railway operates a fully restored 1900-era vintage train with five wooden coaches pulled by either an 1882 steam or a 1950s classic GP9 diesel locomotive. Each unique trip incorporates station stops at Grosse Isle and/or Warren, where there are local country vendors with home baking, produce and handicrafts. The Freight Shed offers souvenirs and gifts at the Inkster Junction Station. Most weekends and holiday Mondays from May through September with the Halloween Express Trains running in October, every trip is unique. Engineer For a Day, Party Caboose, Ride In the Caboose, and Charters available upon request. Inkster Junction Station located on Prairie Dog Trail on the north side of Inkster Boulevard between Route 90 and Sturgeon Road – Just Outside Winnipeg (Northwest) 5 tel: 204.832.5259 email: [email protected] www.pdcrailway.com

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Royal Canadian Mint w A w The ’s facility in Winnipeg produces billions of The University of Winnipeg campus is a downtown hub that connects coins each year. This is where ALL Canadian circulation coins are people from diverse cultures and nurtures global citizens. UWinnipeg made, as well as those for over 60 governments all around the offers programs unique in Canada such as a Masters in Aboriginal world. A fascinating guided tour overlooking the state-of-the-art Governance, a Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights and Global Studies manufacturing facility reveals the precise art, craft, and science of and a Bachelor degree in Disability Studies. A quick stroll across coin-making! Portage Commons and around the expanding campus highlights its focus as a leader in academic excellence, Aboriginal education, Open year-round, the on-site Boutique offers beautiful collector environmental studies, and theatre and arts. UWinnipeg offers small coins, an exclusive line of Royal Canadian Mint clothing, and class sizes, Canada’s only on-campus university high school and is an exciting collection of souvenirs and gift ideas. The adjacent home to the . Graduates value their educational interactive coin museum involves the visitor in unique learning experience, and UWinnipeg is consistently ranked in the Top 10 of all activities including the ability to make your own souvenir coin and Canadian universities by the Globe & Mail and Maclean’s magazine. the opportunity to lift and hold a 99.99% pure gold bar worth over $400,000. 515 Portage Avenue – Downtown tel: 204.786.7811 520 Lagimodiere Boulevard www.uwinnipeg.ca (at the junction of Highways #1 and #59) – St. Vital tel: 204.983.6429 | 1.877.WPG.MINT (974.6468) Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and email: [email protected] Community Centre w www.mint.ca Discover the heart of Winnipeg’s Chinese community, featuring University of Manitoba w replicas of Confucius and a Qin Dynasty terracotta warrior with The University of Manitoba is western Canada’s first university. horse. The Dynasty Building is an excellent example of architecture Founded in 1877, the U of M is the largest and only research intensive in the Chinese tradition. Its multi-roof design is a symbol of good university in the province offering over 90 degrees, diplomas, and luck, and its beautiful Chinese Gardens form a tranquil retreat in the certificates – more than 60 at the undergraduate level including heart of the city. Be sure to visit the Centre’s interior where you’ll see professional disciplines such as medicine, law, and engineering. a replica of the famous Nine Imperial Dragon Mural, a statue of Guan The university consists of a main Fort Garry Campus, a downtown Yin and a Bronze Buddha. Bannatyne Campus adjacent to Winnipeg’s Health Sciences Centre, 180 King Street – The Exchange District and many other satellite locations. Visit the Fort Garry campus to tel: 204.943.2627 | 204.943.1197 see rocks, fossils and skeleton replicas of gigantic creatures from a www.wcccc.ca bygone era at The Ed Leith Cretaceous Menagerie; view contemporary and historical art at Gallery One One One; enjoy a performance at the 1 Black Hole Theatre; take in a jazz, opera, choral, or chamber music concert in Eva Clare Hall; or cheer on the Bison athletes in the sport of your choice – football, hockey, basketball, and more! Fort Garry Campus – 66 Chancellors Circle Bannatyne Campus – 727 McDermot Avenue tel: 204.474.8880 | 1.800.432.1960 www.umanitoba.ca 2

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Experience the great outdoors and the wonders of nature. From the river promenades, 1 gardens and sculptures at The Forks to the Bison Safari adventure at FortWhyte Alive, to taking in the splendour of 300 species of birds and wildlife at Oak Hammock Marsh – get in touch with nature during your visit to Winnipeg. Winnipeg is home to several breathtaking parks and urban forests, such as the more than a century old Assiniboine Park and Zoo, and The Forks National Historic Site, just to name a few. Lush and green, Winnipeg’s parks are a great place for a stroll, a family reunion or picnic in the great outdoors.

Assiniboine Forest w Assiniboine Park w A Discover one of Canada’s largest urban nature parks. The looped, 1 Assiniboine Park is one of Winnipeg’s finest attractions and is visited km paved Sagimay Nature Trail takes you through forest and meadow by millions of people every year. Open 365 days a year, this premier to the Eve Werier Memorial Pond. A 6 km system of woodchip trails green space serves as a gathering place for locals and tourists radiate from the Sagimay Trail. seeking recreation, relaxation, and education. Explore creatures Corner of Chalfont Road and Grant Avenue–Tuxedo from near and far at the Assiniboine Park Zoo and bask in an exotic tel: Call 311 for information, Outside of Winnipeg call horticultural collection from around the world in the Assiniboine 1.877.311.4WPG (4974) Park Conservatory. Children are invited to the fun and excitement of the Nature and Adventure Playground; a place filled with wonder, 1. Scarlet Ibis at Assiniboine Park Zoo 2. Assiboine Park Pavilion tree forts, birds nest swings, willow tree tunnels, hedges, mazes, 3. Lion at Assiniboine Park Zoo sculptures, a children’s garden resembling the classic board game 4. Leo Mol Sculpture Garden snakes and ladders and so much more. In the winter months the area 5. Winnie the Bear Statue at Assiniboine Park will remain active and alive transformed into a world class toboggan run, outdoor fire pits, ice sculptures and snow forts, ensuring the area will engage, educate and entertain 2 regardless of the time of the year. Have a world-class experience at one of North America’s largest urban parks, right here in Winnipeg’s own backyard. There is no admission charge to the park. 5 2355 Corydon Avenue – Tuxedo tel: 204.927.6001 email: [email protected] www.assiniboinepark.ca

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On Site at Assiniboine Park Leo Mol Sculpture Garden w Assiniboine Park Conservatory w Combining artistic beauty with a natural setting, the Leo Mol The Assiniboine Park Conservatory features a changing floral Sculpture Garden offers a quiet retreat to view and enjoy the exhibit, making it the perfect place to visit daily or gather for special magnificent works of master sculptor, Dr. Leo Mol. A short walk from occasions. Guaranteed perfect weather 365 days a year. Enrich the Pavilion, the garden was created as a result of Dr. Mol’s generous yourself with an endless array of programming, special events, and gift of many of his wonderful bronze pieces and works of art to the art displays, all within a venue that is a feast for the senses. There is community in which he lived. Enjoy the tranquility of the garden with no admission charge. its spectacular year-round open water feature, vine-covered arbour and the Leo Mol Schoolhouse Studio and gift shop. Open year-round. Gardens open year-round / Studio & gift shop May – September. tel: 204.986.4732 Leo Mol guided tours available. Assiniboine Park Zoo w A tel: 204.927.6005 (May – September) | 204.927.6001 Featuring over 400 species in its collection, the Assiniboine Park Zoo offers close interaction with animals from all corners of the world. Lyric Theatre w With both indoor and outdoor exhibits, the Zoo specializes in cold- The Lyric Theatre carries on the tradition of summer bandshell climate, hard species from northern latitudes and mountain ranges. entertainment in the park. The large outdoor stage features A range of exotic animals is also featured in the ever-changing performances for every taste and age, including Ballet in the Park, animal collection. the Symphony, and the Opera and Jazz festivals. The Lyric Theatre Open daily, year-round. is a fitting home for quality, family entertainment, all provided free of charge. tel: 204.986.BEAR (986.2327) | 204.982.0660 for camp, tours and special events. Season runs from June to September. tel: 204.927.6001

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The Pavilion Gallery Museum w Grand Beach Provincial Park A As the centerpiece of Assiniboine Park, the Pavilion Gallery Museum Resting along the eastern shore of Lake Winnipeg, Canada’s fifth houses a gallery museum featuring the largest collections of works largest lake and next to the historic La Vérendrye Trail, are powdery by three renowned Manitoba artists. The contemporary works of Ivan white sand beaches and grass-topped dunes that make this one of Eyre, the historical works of and the watercolours the top beaches in North America. The dunes reach as high as 8 and woodcuts of Walter J. Phillips. As well the rotation gallery metres / 30 feet. It is an excellent place to swim, wind surf or hike, features exhibitions by Manitoba’s premier and emerging artists. and offers three excellent self-guided walks: Spirit Rock Trail, Wild There is no admission charge. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Sunday Wings Trail and the Ancient Beach Trail. from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. 87 km / 54 miles northeast of Winnipeg on Highway #59 – Just The Pavilion also features fine dining at Terrace 55 Food & Wine Outside (North) located on the main floor. For reservations call 204.938.7275 (Closed Mondays) Kildonan Park Walk among some of the oldest and largest trees in Manitoba, Open year round. through a formal garden and Hansel & Gretel’s “Witch Hut”. The Park tel: 204.927.6017 is also home to Canada’s longest-running outdoor theatre, . An Olympic-sized swimming pool and plenty of picnic tables Winnie the Bear Statue and barbeque pits are available in the summer. The toboggan slides Did you know the famous children’s character Winnie the Pooh was and skating pond are open in the winter. named after Winnipeg? There is a statue commemorating Winnie the 2015 Main St. – North Main (West Kildonan) Bear and her owner, Captain Harry Colebourn, at Assiniboine Park tel: Call 311 for events, weddings/pictures, and picnics, Zoo. Outside of Winnipeg call 1.877.311.4WPG (4974) Birds Hill Provincial Park A http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/ ParkBooking/Bookableparks/Kildonanpark.asp Featuring hills and ridges formed by ancient glaciers, this 35 square kilometre / 22 square mile Park has a lake, oak and aspen forests, King’s Park native prairie wildflowers, deer, waterfowl and songbirds. Facilities Bordering on the Red River, King’s Park has many pathways (gravel include camping, swimming, picnic sites, a riding stable, a restaurant, and paved) to enjoy some of which lead to marshland. In the centre a beach concession and a convenience store. There are 30 kms / 18.5 of the park you will find the beautiful Pagoda Gardens. The Park also miles of trails for walking and cross-country skiing and 7.2 kms / has a soccer field, two baseball diamonds and an off-leash dog park 4.5 miles of paved bicycle and rollerblading trails. Every July the area. Park hosts the Winnipeg Folk Festival. King’s Drive and Kilkenny Drive – Fort Garry (close to the U of M 24 km / 14 miles northeast of Winnipeg on Highway #59 – Just Campus) Outside (North) tel: Call 311 for events & wedding picture locations, Outside of Winnipeg call 1.877.311.4WPG (4974) FortWhyte Alive w A http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/ Winnipeg’s award-winning 640-acre nature centre showcases a 30- ParkBooking/Bookableparks/Kingspark.asp head Bison Prairie herd, 5 lakes, 7 kms of trails, Prairie Dog Town, Family Tree House, bird feeding stations, Pioneer Sod House, Tipi Encampment, floating boardwalks, Aquarium of the Prairies, Nature Gift Shop, and Buffalo Stone Café. 1 Experience outdoor activities all year long including, fishing, canoeing, hiking, wildlife watching, snowshoeing, skating, X-country skiing, and the super Richardson run toboggan slide. Open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Extended summer and fall hours. 1961 McCreary Road – Tuxedo tel: 204.989.8355 email: [email protected] www.fortwhyte.org

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La Barriere Park St. Vital Park Canoe, fish, hike and bike in the summer or enjoy cross-country Situated on the Red River, this Park is the perfect place for family skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Nature tours available by get-togethers and recreational sports. Numerous picnic sites and calling 204.832.0167 wedding photo locations can be booked. In winter, the duck pond Located on Waverley Street, south of the Perimeter Hwy (just becomes a skating rink. south of Winnipeg) River Road, north of Bishop Grandin Boulevard – St. Vital tel: Call 311 for picnic sites and event reservations, tel: Call 311 for events and picnic site reservation, Outside of Winnipeg call 1.877.311.4WPG (4974) Outside of Winnipeg call 1.877.311.4WPG (4974) http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/ http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/ ParkBooking/Bookableparks/labarriere.asp ParkBooking/Bookableparks/stvitalpark.asp Little Mountain Park WINNIPEG BEACH Enjoy hiking trails, a limestone quarry and numerous picnic sites. Located on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, this vibrant community is Naturalist-guided tours by reservation (204.832.0167). Large off- home to sandy beaches, beautiful scenery and plenty of recreational leash dog park area is also located in this park. activities. Live entertainment can be experienced on the outdoor Klimpke Road, northwest of Route 90 and Inkster Boulevard bandstand during the summer months. Boardwalk Days take place tel: Call 311 for events and picnic site reservation, in July. Outside of Winnipeg call 1.877.311.4WPG (4974) 45 minutes North of Winnipeg, junction of highway #9 and #229 http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/ tel: 204.389.5126 ParkBooking/Bookableparks/Littlemountainpark.asp www.winnipegbeach.ca Oak Hammock Marsh For more Outdoor Activities please see the following listings: Interpretive Centre w A The Forks, Pages 6, 47 Come see why Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre has been voted the world’s “Best Environmental Experience.” Under the Harbour View Recreation Complex, Page 64 guidance of friendly interpreters, you can trek the nature trails, take Red River Co-op Speedway, Page 65 a guided tour of the Marsh, go canoeing, view wildlife, watch a film in the multimedia theatre, enjoy a meal in the café and check out the Springhill Winter Sports Park, Page 65 fun, interactive exhibits. Tours, Pages 69 - 71 4 Open daily year-round. , Page 66 20 minutes north of Winnipeg at Highways #67 and #220 – Just , Page 66 Outside Winnipeg (North) tel: 204.467.3300 | 1.888.50MARSH email: [email protected] www.oakhammockmarsh.ca 3

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Known as a cultural hub throughout Canada, Winnipeg is a city where arts and culture thrive. Here you will find information on the Manitoba Theatre Centre, , Le Cercle Molière, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers, Manitoba Opera and the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, just to name a few. Browse through the following listings to find out more about the city’s performing arts or to begin planning your ultimate arts & culture experience.

Black Hole Theatre Company w Le Cercle Molière w You’ll find the Black Hole Theatre Company at University College, Le Cercle Molière, now in its 85th season, offers theatre lovers a located on the University of Manitoba’s Fort Garry Campus in wide range of styles and themes “en français”, presented in a brand south Winnipeg. The Company’s season runs from October to April, new state-of-the-art theatre! Le CM is the longest running theatre performing works by both established and emerging playwrights. company in North America in any language. An English synopsis is The Company presents main stage productions in November available for all plays. The season is launched in September with and March in the Black Hole Theatre at the U of M. The January the Fabulous Lobster Feast at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. production is performed at the Gas Station Arts Centre as part of From October to May, enjoy four major productions, public readings, the MTC Master Playwright Festival. In addition, a series of 5 free theatre school, shows for children, Manitoba school tours and (41st) noon hour productions runs throughout the season at the Black Hole Teen Drama Festival. , The John Hirsch Theatre at the MTC Mainstage, 2009-10 Mainstage, at the MTC Theatre John Hirsch , The Theatre. 340 Provencher Boulevard – Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French 210 Dysart Road, University of Manitoba Main Campus – Fort Garry Quarter tel: 204.474.6880 tel: 204.233.8053 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.bhtc.ca www.cerclemoliere.com

The Drowsy Chaperone Drowsy The Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet Little Opera Company w (RWB) w The Little Opera Company presents an intimate alternative to grand The RWB is world renowned for its technical excellence and opera with chamber opera that is sung in English. Two operas are eclectic repertoire. Strongly rooted in classical ballet, the RWB’s performed each season: in late October and early May. The fall opera performances range from the classics to innovative contemporary is aimed toward mature audiences and the spring opera introduces ballet. young audiences to the art form. Wonderland: March 9-13, 2011 The Salle Martial Caron Theatre within Collège universitaire de

Moulin Rouge – The Ballet – The Moulin Rouge Saint-Boniface, 200 de la Cathédrale Avenue – Old St. Boniface / Bright Lights, Big City: May 4-8, 2011 Winnipeg’s French Quarter Ballet in the Park in Assiniboine Park: July 27-29, 2011 tel: 204.452.1017 For tickets contact the RWB Customer Service Office by calling email: [email protected] 204.956.2792 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca www.littleopera.ca Subscriber Services Office located at 380 Graham Avenue. Manitoba Chamber Orchestra (MCO) Performances take place at the Centennial Concert Hall (555 Main Street) w The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra presents nine concerts this tel: 204.956.0183 season in the acoustically superb Westminster United Church. MCO Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet in Ballet Winnipeg Royal Canada’s email: [email protected] has earned an international reputation with its innovative and www.rwb.org imaginative programming, recordings, broadcasts and tours. Celebrations Dinner Theatre w 745 Westminster Avenue (northwest corner of Maryland Street Celebrations works hard to ensure your special occasion, company and Westminster Avenue) – West End / Wolseley function, or night on the town is one to remember. Experience live tel: 204.783.7377 theatre while a delicious four-course dinner is served by characters email: [email protected] from the show. www.manitobachamberorchestra.org Seating times: Wednesday to Saturday 6:30 pm / Sunday 5:00 pm. 1824 Pembina Highway (Canad Inns Destination Centre Fort Garry) Le Cercle Molière’s – Fort Garry production of L’inscription tel: 204.982.8282 | 1.877.823.8282 (l to r) Alain Jean, email: [email protected] Natalie Labossiere, Jeannette Arcard and www.celebrations.ca Vincent Dureault

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Manitoba Opera w Rainbow Stage (1993) Inc. w A Internationally acclaimed artists from Canada and around the world Rainbow Stage (1993) Inc. is a musical theatre production company join the Manitoba Opera Chorus and Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra that has been bringing professional, live musical Broadway shows to to present two lavish full-scale productions and a concert each Winnipeg stages for 55 years. Summer performances take place at season. The company also presents at a number of other community Rainbow Stage in Kildonan Park, Canada’s longest running outdoor and education events throughout the year. theatre. Pre-show chats and English translations projected above the stage 2021 Main Street – North End during the performances enrich your opera experience. tel: 204.989.0888 | 1.800.989.0888 The Magic Flute: April 9, 12, 15 email: [email protected] www.rainbowstage.net Tickets at the Manitoba Opera Box Office 204.944.8824, in person Room 1060, 555 Main St. (9:30 am – 4:30 pm Mon. to Fri.) or online. Theatre in the Cemetery w Room 1060, 555 Main Street (Centennial Concert Hall) – Exchange Enjoy a unique and entertaining theatrical performance which takes District you through the St. Boniface Cathedral’s cemetery, one of the oldest email: [email protected] in the city. Hear stories from French, Métis and Manitoban history www.manitobaopera.mb.ca while visiting gravesites of fascinating historic characters such as Louis Riel, founder of our province. Manitoba Theatre Centre (MTC) w MTC is Canada’s flagship English-language regional theatre and in Season runs July and August from Wednesday to Sunday. 2010 it was honoured with a royal designation from Her Majesty 190 avenue de la Cathédrale (St. Boniface Cathedral Cemetery) – Queen Elizabeth II. Each year Manitoba Theatre Centre presents six Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg’s French Quarter plays at the John Hirsch Theatre at the MTC Mainstage, four plays at tel: 204.233.8343 | 1.866.808.8338 the Tom Hendry Theatre at the MTC Warehouse, a Master Playwright email: [email protected] Festival and the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival, North America’s www.tourismeriel.com second-largest Fringe Festival. Season runs October through May. 174 Market Avenue (John Hirsch Theatre at the MTC Mainstage) – 3 Exchange District 140 Rupert Avenue (Tom Hendry Theatre at the MTC Warehouse) – Exchange District tel: 204.942.6537 or 1.877.446.4500 email: [email protected] www.mtc.mb.ca

Prairie Theatre Exchange (PTE) w PTE is Winnipeg’s second-largest live theatre and offers an incredibly intimate experience with all seats less than 30 feet from the stage. The five-play season features a range of comedies and dramas. PTE is well known for its holiday family show which transforms the works of Robert Munsch to the stage. Season runs from October through April. 4 Third Floor, 393 Portage Avenue (Portage Place Shopping Centre) – Downtown tel: 204.942.5483 www.pte.mb.ca

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Theatre Projects Manitoba w Winnipeg Jewish Theatre (WJT) w Theatre Projects Manitoba is celebrating 21 years – join them for In their 23rd season WJT is the champion of new plays! Join them their 2011 Season: Prairie Plays for the People. The World premiere for an exciting line-up of Canadian and World premieres: a new of The Moonlight Sonata of Beethoven Blatz by Armin Wiebe will adaptation of August Strindberg’s The Father (January 27 - February take place from April 7–17. A musical folk play that will lift you from 6, 2011) by Toronto’s Julie Tepperman; and One of Ours (March 31 - bread dough in the pan up to white clouds in the sky, this lyrical play April 10, 2011) the newest work from the award winning author of Talk. is tinged with the Flat German of Wiebe’s beloved Gutenthal novels. Season runs October through April 10, 2011. tel: 204.989.2400 All plays at the easily accessible Berney Theatre - Asper Jewish email: [email protected] Community Campus, 123 Doncaster Street — Tuxedo. Free Parking. www.theatreprojectsmanitoba.ca box office: 204.477.7478 Virtuosi Concerts w email: [email protected] Virtuosi Concerts is Winnipeg’s première chamber music and recital www.wjt.ca series, presenting 13 concerts per season in Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall at the University of Winnipeg. Now celebrating its 20th season, Winnipeg Symphony Virtuosi has established a reputation for showcasing national and Orchestra (WSO) w international artists of the highest calibre. The WSO performs to over 100,000 audience members each year and more than 80 concerts belonging to four major series 515 Portage Avenue – Downtown including: Masterworks (classical repertoire), Pops (popular music tel: 204.786.9000 with orchestral arrangements and guest artists), Sundays with the email: [email protected] Family (concerts for kids 12 and under), Soundbytes (a new series www.virtuosi.mb.ca that demonstrates just how much classical music is used in popular Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra (WJO) w culture) and a variety of feature performances throughout the The Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra, founded by Winnipeg’s premier jazz season. musicians and loved by local jazz mavens, presents their 14th season Tickets available at the WSO box office at 204.949.3999 or online of great big band concerts at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. The WJO at www.wso.ca or at Ticketmaster at 204.780.3333 or online at showcases superb local artists and features appearances by exciting ticketmaster.ca. national and international guest artists. Concerts cover the range of 1020-555 Main Street (Centennial Concert Hall) – Exchange jazz standards and old favourites to new compositions. District Season runs from October through May. email: [email protected] www.wso.ca 300 Memorial Boulevard (Winnipeg Art Gallery) – Downtown tel: 204.632.5299 Winnipeg’s Contemporary email: [email protected] Dancers (WCD) w www.winnipegjazzorchestra.com Founded in 1964 the company has fostered the growth of many professional dance artists, choreographers and teachers and has made seminal contribution to the evolution of modern dance in Canada. Each season WCD creates and presents new work from within the Company and also introduces Winnipeg audiences 5 to some of the best choreography and dance from the rest of Canada. The Rachel Browne Theatre, 2nd Floor, 211 Bannatyne Avenue (Crocus Building) – Exchange District tel: 204.452.0229 email: [email protected] www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca

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Experience a little retail therapy in Winnipeg. From large suburban shopping malls, to discount outlets offering some of the best deals on the Prairies, to the one-of-a- kind shops and trendy boutiques lining the sidewalks in some of Winnipeg’s unique neighbourhoods – Winnipeg offers great excursions for those who were born to shop.

cityplace w Polo Park Shopping Centre w Essential Downtown Shopping! cityplace is in the heart of the city Centrally located, Polo Park offers over 200 stores and services and features a variety of shops and restaurants, a liquor mart and including restaurants, cinemas, bowling, The Bay, Sears, Zellers and a pharmacy. presents the city’s largest selection of retailers. A bright airy setting 333 St. Mary Avenue, between Donald and Hargrave Streets – and a superior Guest Services program makes Polo Park the ideal Downtown shopping experience for everyone. tel: 204.989.1800 1485 Portage Avenue – St. James www.cityplacewinnipeg.com tel: 204.784.2500 email: [email protected] Garden City Shopping Centre w www.polopark.ca Garden City offers over 75 shops and services and has what you need to make your home, and your life, more comfortable. Enjoy a relaxed Portage Place Shopping Centre w and friendly atmosphere while shopping for essentials or indulging Located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, Portage Place is the in the not-so-essentials. hub of downtown shopping with over 100 services, restaurants, 2305 McPhillips Street at Leila Avenue – North End and stores, including Holt Renfrew Personal Shopping & Cosmetics and the spectacular Entertainment Level featuring Manitoba’s only

Cake Clothing Cake tel: 204.339.0956 www.shopgardencity.ca IMAX, the Globe Cinema, and Prairie Theatre Exchange. Plus, take advantage of free* heated underground weekend parking and Grant Park Shopping Centre w skywalk access to the MTS Centre. Find over 70 shops and services. In addition to many specialty *When you show same-day receipts totalling $20 retailers and professional services, Grant Park features major 393 Portage Avenue, between Carlton and Vaughan Street – anchors such as Empire Theatres, McNally Robinson Booksellers, Downtown Safeway, Shoppers Drug Mart, Liquor Mart and the newly renovated tel: 204.925.4636 Zellers. Follow Grant Park trends on Facebook and Twitter to get the email: [email protected] Polo Park Shopping Centre Park Polo latest updates instantly. www.portageplace.mb.ca 1120 Grant Avenue – River Heights tel: 204.475.8556 St. Vital Centre w www.grantparkshoppingcentre.com St. Vital Centre is Manitoba’s complete shopping experience. With over 160 stores and services, this family-friendly destination features Kildonan Place Shopping Centre w a premier merchandise mix to fit your lifestyle. St. Vital Centre With over 100 stores and services, Kildonan Place is northeast features a great selection of casual dining options, a children’s play Winnipeg’s largest shopping centre. This family-oriented regional park, Kids Club and an exceptional Customer Service Program. mall is home to Camp KP, a children’s play area, and incomparable Bishop Grandin Boulevard and St. Mary’s Road – St. Vital Guest Services including complimentary use of strollers, wheelchairs tel: 204.257.5646 and motorized scooters. email: [email protected] 1555 Regent Avenue West – Transcona www.stvitalcentre.com tel: 204.661.6116 email: [email protected] Winnipeg Square w www.kildonanplace.com | www.twitter.com/kildonanplace Winnipeg’s largest underground mall offers over 45 shops, services and restaurants catering to the needs of downtown workers, business travellers and tourists. Shop the Square, downstairs at . 360 Main Street – Downtown Portage and Main tel: 204.949.7140 www.winnipegsquare.com

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Shopping Districts The Exchange District Check out all the Exchange District has to offer! Antiques, book Academy Road stores, gift shops, clothing and furniture boutiques make the Academy Road offers the finest shops and services catering to the neighbourhood a unique shopping destination. Established in the discriminating shopper, with designer-original fashions, toy and early 20th century, the Exchange District National Historic Site is the gift shops, bakeries, a specialty grocery store, coffee houses and original centre of commerce and culture in Winnipeg. The backdrop restaurants, gourmet catered fare, a chocolatier, a gourmet food and to the city’s bustling business and arts scene, the district has been wine store and much more. preserved and nurtured as one of North America’s most colourful www.academyroadbiz.com and cosmopolitan neighbourhoods. Corydon Avenue tel: 204.942.6716 Corydon is a magical street that transforms itself to suit your mood email: [email protected] and your lifestyle. You’ll find a dazzling mix of fashion boutiques, www.exchangedistrict.org restaurants, curio and antique shops, jewellery, furniture, gift stores, Osborne Village a book and store, upscale second-hand boutiques and anything Merchants offer a variety of goods from coffee to cookware, books to else you can imagine. home furnishings, giftware to gold, music to pottery. Contemporary tel: 204.284.3700 fashions suited to every style are offered in many fine stores. www.corydonbiz.com tel: 204.474.1008 www.osbornevillage.com

banking shoesarea rugs video gamesrings lipstick DVDs bikes lawn mowerinsurancetravel everything CDscharmvitamins bracelet glasses cell phonehair cuts hatscandy under cordless drill floor lamps banking necklace shoesarea rugs flash drives video gamesrings DVDs hats thecandyglasses sun. cell phone deals cordless drill flash drives floor lamps burgers high heels hair cuts With over 75 shops and services including greeting cards lottery tickets refridgerator Canadian Tire, Sears and Winners catering table saw consoles to your needs, we’ve got what you need to tiresskirts make your visit to this city more comfortable. Located in North West Winnipeg at the corner of Leila Avenue and McPhillips Street.

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Fitness buffs, golfers and sports fanatics look no further than Winnipeg for your ultimate sports experience. From travelers looking to stay on track with their fitness program, to golfers looking to hit the links, and sports fans wanting to cheer on 1 the home team – Winnipeg has a variety of sports, fitness and recreation facilities and events waiting to be discovered.

The Golf Dome w w The Golf Dome, Winnipeg’s premier indoor golf facility, offers Delivering real hockey to real hockey fans, the Manitoba Moose are something for everyone in the family. Hit balls on an indoor three- the “go-to entertainment destination” for Winnipeggers and visitors tier driving range, play the challenging 18 hole indoor mini golf alike. The Moose continue to thrill fans and stay atop the American course, try one of three virtual golf simulators, play a few games Hockey League standings while offering an affordable night out in of pool or just relax and enjoy a snack or beverage. The facility may one of the greatest hockey environments in the world – MTS Centre. be booked after hours to play your favourite field sport on artificial Season runs from October to April. turf. It is a great place to hold a birthday party or a unique social event. Tickets at Ticketmaster 204.780.3333 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca Open year-round except for Christmas Day. Summer hours are from 300 Portage Avenue – Downtown 9:00 am to 10:00 pm and winter hours are from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. tel: 204.987.7825 1205 Wilkes Avenue (off Parkway via Lorimer email: [email protected] Boulevard) – Fort Garry www.moosehockey.com tel: 204.489.7776 www.golfdome.ca Harbour View Golf Course and 3 Recreation Complex w Enjoy a day of play with a nine-hole par 27 golf course, mini golf, driving range, lawn bowling, tennis, horseshoes, shuffleboard, sand volleyball and paddleboats. During the winter, enjoy ice skating on the lake, tobogganing, cross-country skiing and broomball. Professional golf and cross-country ski instruction and rental equipment are available. Salisbury House now operates the restaurant at the Harbour View Golf Course and Recreation Complex. Open year-round. 2.5 kms east of Highway #59 at 1867 Springfield Road, within Kilcona Park – Transcona tel: 204.222.2751 email: [email protected] www.lakelandgolfmanagement.com

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Red River Co-op Speedway w Springhill Winter Sports Park Red River Co-op Speedway is the fastest sport on the Prairies! Every Located just a short drive from Winnipeg on Highway 59 North, Thursday night all summer, catch bumper-to-bumper, wheel-to- Springhill Winter Sports Park is a great winter experience. With wheel racing action on central Canada’s largest dirt oval. In addition 7 hectares of ski-able area, the Park includes 10 ski runs, a quad to regular weekly classes, including Late Models, Red River Co-op chairlift and a tow rope. The Terrain Park offers something for all Speedway is also visited by the high powered Sprint Cars. levels and abilities from beginner to extreme advanced. The Terrain Season runs from the beginning of May through the end of Park features the following: Jumps, Tabletops 20 ft – 40 ft – 60 ft, September. Hips, 30 ft down flat down rail, 15 stair set and hand rail, rainbow rail, A Frame rail, Battleship rail, C rail, 30 ft, 20 ft and 10 ft rails and boxes. 8 kms south of the Winnipeg Perimeter down Highway #75 – Just There is also a Half Pipe, Race Run and Mogul Run, and a Learning Fun Outside (South) Zone Slow Area. Certified instructors are also on hand. tel: 204.582.0527 www.redrivercoopspeedway.ca The Park includes a 3,500 square foot Customer Service / Rental Shop and Group Use Area and a separate area to be used as a media Speedworld Indoor Kart Track w room and a meeting room for private functions and birthday parties. Racing so real you may need a ride home! Speedworld features real There is also a fully operational kitchen and Sports Bar for customers European style racing karts for the true racing enthusiast! The 40 to enjoy throughout their visit. km/h “sprint karts” will thrill drivers of all ages (4’10” min. height) Please call or check the website for hours of operation. School and and the 50 km/h “race karts” will leave you breathless (18 yrs or group rates are available weekdays during the daytime. The season 16 with a driver’s license). The 1/4 km indoor track is ideal for both starts December 15th and runs until April 1. novice and experienced drivers looking for an adrenalin fix! Some of Speedworld’s notable racers have included Paul Walker (actor, The Highway 59 North (Just Outside – North) Fast and the Furious), and Dennis Quaid (actor, Vantage Point). At tel: 204.224.3051 Speedworld every day is race day with arrive-and-drive racing (no email: [email protected] reservations required). State-of-the-art AMB timing system makes www.springhillwinterpark.com 1. Snowboarder at the the racing even more intense! At Speedworld it’s not like racing it Winter Park IS racing! at The Forks 2. Winnipeg Goldeyes Open from noon to midnight 363 days a year! 3. Football 4. The Golf Dome 575 Berry Street – St. James 5. Team Canada Volleyball tel: 204.774.KART (774.5278) 6. Winnipeg Goldeyes email: [email protected] 7. Winnipeg Wesmen www.speedworld.ca

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Team Canada Volleyball w Winnipeg Blue Bombers w Come out and cheer on your Team Canada! The only Winnipeg-based Get in the game with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers! Experience the Olympic sport, Team Canada Women’s Volleyball regularly hosts elite history of Bomber football through ten championships, and international competitions in Winnipeg and Manitoba, entertaining 80 years of heart-stopping entertainment in the thousands of local sport enthusiasts. League. To catch the high-flying, hard-hitting volleyball action, check out the Season runs from June through November. website for the latest scoop on Team Canada’s next matches! Tickets at Ticketmaster at 204.780.3333 or online at tel: 204.474.7084 www.ticketmaster.ca. www.volleyball.ca 1465 Maroons Road () – St. James tel: 204.784.2583 University of Manitoba Bisons w email: [email protected] Bison Sports is the Interuniversity Athletic Program at the University www.bluebombers.com of Manitoba. Student athletes have been selected to represent the University of Manitoba in nine different sports on 16 different Winnipeg Goldeyes w teams. On most weekends from the end of August through the end of is home to the American Association’s Winnipeg Goldeyes March you will find these athletes competing in sports ranging from Baseball Club. Featuring 28 concessions, 30 luxury Skysuites, a football to swimming to hockey, striving to win the right to advance Supersuite, and a patio deck for private functions, one of the finest to the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) National Championships minor league ballparks in North America is also home to Hu’s On for their respective sport. First, a full-service Asian bistro overlooking right field. Total seating University of Manitoba – Fort Garry Campus capacity is 7,481. tel: 204.474.9611 In addition to family-friendly Goldeyes baseball, the ballpark has email: [email protected] played host to concerts and other sports, as well as charity and www.gobisons.ca special events, drawing almost three million people downtown since it opened in 1999. University of Winnipeg Wesmen w The University of Winnipeg Wesmen men’s and women’s basketball, Shaw Park is also available year-round, for meetings, conferences volleyball and soccer teams offer exciting, affordable family and other private functions. entertainment as they compete against teams from across the One Portage Avenue East – Exchange District country. Visit the Duckworth Centre and the Winnipeg Soccer tel: 204.982.2273 complex for games from September to March. email: [email protected] tel: 204.786.9349 www.goldeyes.com email: [email protected] www.canwestpark.com www.wesmen.ca 1 1. Golfing in 2 Winnipeg 2. Winnipeg Blue Bombers mascots 3. Winnipeg Blue Bombers 3

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Winnipeg Public Golf Courses

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Assiniboine Golf Club 2045 Ness Avenue 204.988.9313 SP 9 N 2 days

Bel Acres Golf & C.C. 1200 Sturgeon Road 204.632.8337 SP 18 Y 5 days

Crescent Drive Golf Course 781 Crescent Drive 204.986.5911 PB 9 N 3 days

Harbour View Golf Course 1867 Springfield Road 204.222.2751 PB 9 Y 3 days

John Blumberg Golf Course 4540 Portage Avenue 204.986.3490 PB 18/9 Y 7 days

Kildonan Park Golf Course 2021 Main Street 204.986.5679 PB 18 N 3 days

Larters at St. Andrews 30 River Road 204.334.2107 SP 18 Y 7 days

The Players Course 2695 Inkster Boulevard 204.697.4976 PB 9 Y 3 days

River Oaks Golf Course South on Waverley Street 204.261.4653 PB 18 N 7 days

Rossmere Golf Course 925 Watt Street 204.988.1540 SP 18 Y 7 days

Shooters Family Golf Centre 2731 Main Street 204.339.2326 PB 18 Y 7 days

St. Boniface Golf Club 100 Youville Street 204.233.2497 SP 18 N 2 days

Transcona Golf Club 2120 Dugald Road 204.222.6171 SP 18 N 3 days

Tuxedo Golf Course 400 Shaftsbury Blvd. 204.888.2867 PB 18 Y 3 days

The Wildewood Club 761 North Drive 204.284.7385 SP 9 N 3 days

Windsor Park Golf Course 10 Des Meurons Street 204.986.3006 PB 18 N 3 days

Winnipeg Canoe Club 56 Dunkirk Drive 204.233.1105 PB 9 N 7 days

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Golf Club Phone Golf Club Phone Beausejour Golf Course 204.268.2010 Mars Sandhills Golf Course 204.265.6444 Bridges Golf Course 204.735.3000 Netley Creek Golf Course 204.738.4653 Carman Golf Course 204.745.2366 Oakwood Golf Course 204.422.8045 Cottonwood Golf Club 204.422.5540 Portage la Prairie Golf Club 204.857.6177 Elmhurst Golf & C.C. 204.224.2244 Rat River Golf Club 204.433.7177 Fantasy Lake Golf Course 204.777.7273 Ridgewood Golf Course 204.326.6225 Girouxsalem Golf & Country Club 204.326.5722 Riverview Golf & Country Club 204.746.2027 Heritage Golf Course 204.757.2830 Scotswood Links 204.436.2600 Kingswood Golf & Country Club 204.736.4079 Selkirk Golf & Country Club 204.482.2050 LaVerendrye Golf Club 204.424.5046 South Interlake Golf & Country Club 204.322.5335 Lorette Golf Course 204.878.2172

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Winnipeg is a city with a story to tell at just about every street corner. One of the best ways to explore and discover the city is through the many historical guided walking tours, river boat excursions and interpretive tours. Here you will find a comprehensive listing of various tours in Winnipeg, which highlight some of the city’s storied neighbourhoods and captivating attractions.

Decoding the Ancient Egyptian and Geocaching and GPS Adventures Masonic Mysteries of the Manitoba Why not discover Manitoba’s francophone communities using Legislative Building GPS technology. It’s easy and fun for all ages. Tourisme Riel offers Do you ever wonder why the Manitoba Legislative Building has GPS tours based on themes and regions as well as rental units. No sphinxes on it? Find out as you bring the Hermetic Code book to life experience is necessary as Tourisme Riel will guide you through the with this fascinating tour on the many symbols and hidden meanings use of a GPS to get you from site to site. It’s like a tour and treasure behind the mystical architecture of the building. You will uncover hunt all in one. And for those interested in geocaching, several trails of occult clues concealed in the building’s architecture so caches have been strategically placed in areas of interest in Old St. intelligently masked it has escaped historians and visitors for nearly Boniface. Let the fun begin! a hundred years! Check the website for tour dates, prices and for Tourisme Riel 204.233.8343 | 1.866.808.8338 more information. email: [email protected] tel: 204.989.9630 www.tourismeriel.com email: [email protected] Heartland Travel - Haunted www.heartlandtravel.ca Winnipeg Bus Tours Exchange District Walking Tours Are you ready to investigate the paranormal? Are you up Tour during Doors Open Winnipeg during Doors Tour Take a guided tour and lose yourself in the early 1900s Winnipeg. to photographing mysterious lights and orbs? Join the tour Steeped in history, the Exchange District tells the story of our “undertaker,” who is “dying” to tell you historical tales of haunted city’s transition from a boomtown to Canada’s current cultural sites and peculiar activities that take place at famous haunted oasis. Knowledgeable and dynamic tour guides tell tales of power, locations throughout Winnipeg. The Haunted Winnipeg Bus Tours corruption and past heroism while you enjoy an exceptional run on selected nights from June to the end of October. Bring your

1919 Strike Tour 1919 Strike collection of architecture from both inside and out. A must-see for camera and capture the spirit! Check the website for a variety of any visitor to Winnipeg! other touring options. Group rates available on all tours for 10 or more people. General tel: 204.989.9630 tours are approximately one-and-a-half hours in duration, specialty email: [email protected] tours are 45 minutes in length. See the BIZ website for further tour www.heartlandtravel.ca descriptions. M.S. River Rouge Season runs from June to September. The M.S. River Rouge offers public sightseeing cruises that sail twice tel: 204.942.6716 daily from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Specialty email: [email protected] cruises such as Family Fun Saturdays and Lower Fort Garry are also www.exchangedistrict.org available. Each cruise offers entertainment. The Forks National Historic Site of The M.S. River Rouge can also be booked for both Corporate and Private charters for groups of up to 400 people. Canada Interactive Tours Known as the “Gateway to the Canadian West” The Forks National The M.S. River Rouge hosts I’m On A Boat ... Party Cruises every Historic Site of Canada preserves and commemorates its 6,000 year Friday, Saturday, Sunday nights from 10:30 pm – 2:00 am, with disc history through enlightening and entertaining tours. In the guided jockey and dancing. interpretive tours you can explore the site with one of the costumed Please refer to the cruise schedule for exact times and dates of Parks Canada guides who bring The Forks’ colourful past to life. Tours various cruises that will be taking place on board the M.S. River are available in both French and English, are approximately one hour Rouge. long and are wheelchair accessible. Please call to confirm docking location. Season runs July and August. Tours depart from the Parks Canada tel: 204.774.7009 Kiosk in the Explore Manitoba Centre at The Forks. email: [email protected] Information and Group Tours 204.98FORKS (983.6757) www.msrouge.com www.parkscanada.gc.ca/forks

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Muddy Water Tours - Historical Old St. Boniface Walking Tours Walking Tours of Winnipeg Experience Winnipeg’s French Quarter and history at its best. The Walking tours of the downtown area are told with a combination of tour will guide you through the rich history of the francophone drama, intrigue and precedence. Historical secrets are revealed in community and the history of the French Quarter as you visit the Brookside Cemetery; Boom and Bust of Winnipeg; Pestilence, landmarks and observe historic architecture. Learn about the Shamans and Doctors; More than Métis the Eye; Naughty Bawdy Tour; magnificent St. Boniface Cathedral, the great fire, and its new, Murder, Mystery and Mayhem; Symbols, Secrets & Sacrifices Under modern design. the Golden Boy and the very popular Haunted Investigates Bus Tours The one-and-a-half to two hour walking tour of Old St. Boniface is and the Historical Haunted Winnipeg Bus Tour. offered twice daily at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm seven days a week from Season runs from April 1 to September 15. Off season tours are also the May long weekend to September long weekend and begins at the available. Please call or email for information. Tourisme Riel office in the Old St. Boniface City Hall at 219 Provencher Blvd. Tours are also available at other times upon request. tel: 204.898.GOST (4678) email: [email protected] Tourisme Riel 204.233.8343 | 1.866.808.8338 www.muddywatertours.ca email: [email protected] www.tourismeriel.com , Walking Through History Tour Paddlewheel River Boats Ltd. For many decades following the arrival of the Selkirk settlers, Point Take a scenic river cruise aboard the Paddlewheel Queen or Douglas was the most prestigious location in Winnipeg in which Paddlewheel Princess river boats. Dine, dance or just enjoy the to live. Situated on an attractive peninsula of land with the river evening on Winnipeg’s beautiful rivers. winding around it, the colonists had easy access to the Hudson Bay Season runs from May to October. post for supplies, drinking water, and transportation. Its citizens Alexander Docks (just off Waterfront Drive) – The Exchange were the future leaders of Winnipeg. District The tour begins from the Ross House Museum in Joe Zuken Heritage tel: 204.942.4500 Park and is approximately 45 minutes long. No admission fee. email: [email protected] Reservations for a minimum group of four and a maximum of 15 are www.paddlewheelcruises.com required. Routes on the Red Season runs July and August from Wednesday to Sunday. Explore the culture, geography, history and wildlife of Manitoba’s Red tel: 204.943.3958 River Valley with more than 20 self-directed Routes on the Red Tours. www.mhs.mb.ca Spend an afternoon or day walking in the footsteps of voyageurs, discovering the legacy of glaciers and grasslands or cycling the shores of ancient Lake Agassiz. For comprehensive tour itineraries, fascinating facts and fabulous reasons to walk, cycle, drive or paddle your way through the beauty you’ll find along the Red River, visit the website. www.routesonthered.ca

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Splash Dash River Tours, Charters West End BIZ Mural Walking Tours and The River Spirit Water Bus Chosen as a past Top Tourist Attraction by WHERE magazine, the West Guided historical tours along the Assiniboine and Red Rivers depart End BIZ walking tours of the area’s 50+ murals are offered through The Forks port every 15 minutes from 10:00 am to sunset, seven days the summer. The fully guided tours follow two prescribed routes a week during the summer months. Adult fares are $10, youth and along Ellice Avenue and Sargent Avenue. They allow participants seniors are $9. The Splash Charter Boat is a 50-foot licensed cruise to experience the unique history and culture of the area, providing boat and can accommodate up to 35 people for private functions. information about the murals, but also historical facts and Call for reservations. entertaining stories about the West End. Many of the area’s eclectic shops and ethnic restaurants are also highlighted as part of an The River Spirit Water Bus offers a transportation system in the engaging narrative. downtown Winnipeg area. There are nine docks which are serviced every 15 minutes. One way fare is $3, a full day pass is $15. The tours run Monday through Saturday and last two hours, with flexible start times available. They also include a refreshment stop Canoe rentals are also available at The Forks historical port. at a West End restaurant. Up to 16 unique murals can be viewed per tel: 204.783.6633 tour, including Adam Beach, Iceland, Fables & Folklore, The Real www.splashdash.ca League of Nations and Zoohky. The cost is only $5 for adults and $2 for children under 12. Groups of two to fifteen participants can be Tournées Marche-Donc accommodated. St. Boniface Tours Take a guided two hour walking tour of historic St. Boniface and get Season runs from June through August. to know Louis Riel, Gabrielle Roy, and Jean-Baptiste Lagimodiere and tel: 204.954.7900 Marie-Anne Gaboury, the first non-native couple in the west, as well email: [email protected] as local artists and their work. www.westendbiz.ca Tours are available in French and English for groups of five or more Winnipeg City Tour (NEW) from April to October. City bus tour, every Monday, Thursday and Saturday, from 8:30 am to tel: 204.235.1043 11 am departing from the VIA Rail station (arrivals area). Professional guides will take you through the beautiful city of Winnipeg and give commentary on its history and attractions. Stops include the 4 Legislative Building, the St. Boniface Cathedral and the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden and the English Gardens at Assiniboine Park. tel: 204.254.3170 | 1.877.254.3170 email: [email protected] www.otours.net

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Photo Credits 3. Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade: Winnipeg 2. St. Boniface Cathedral: Anthony Fernando Page 57 4. Shrimp Salad: Manitoba Canola Growers Santa Claus Parade 3. Riel House National Historic Site: C. Le Cercle Molière’s production of L’inscription Page 82 Cover Page 22 Aronec / Parks Canada (l to r) Alain Jean, Natalie Labossiere, Salad: Manitoba Canola Growers Winnipeg Folk Festival: Boris Minkevich/ Burton Cummings Theatre: Dan Harper 4. Western Canada Aviation Museum: Jeannette Arcard and Vincent Dureault: Le Page 83 Photography Ruehle Design Cercle Molière Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel: Place Louis Riel Tourism Downtown: Mike Aporius/Winnipeg MTS Centre: Mike Grandmaison 5. Grant’s Old Mill: Victor Jarman Page 58 & 59 Lobby at the Fairmont Winnipeg: The Fairmont Free Press Page 23 6. Grasslands Exhibit at the Manitoba 1. Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra: Robert Wilson Winnipeg Page 2 Words & Deeds at the Winnipeg Convention Museum: Manitoba Museum 2. Rod Beattie in Wingfield Lost and Found: Page 94 Le Festival du Voyageur: Dan Harper Centre: Winnipeg Convention Centre Page 40 Ian Jackson Hi Winnipeg Downtowner Hostel: Hi-Winnipeg Photography Page 24 Transcona Historical Museum: Transcona 3. Manitoba Opera, Carmen, Krsitin Chávez Downtowner Hostel Fort Gibraltar: Dan Harper Photography (Carmen) and David Pomeroy (Don José): 1. Cinematheque: Cinematheque Historical Museum Page 95 Page 3 2. 3D movie at Imax Theatre: Imax Theatre Page 41 R. Tinker Forks Patio: Brent Bellamy Marina James: Ron Hogue Winnipeg Osborne Village: Brent Bellamy 4. Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra: Keith Levit Biking in Wolseley: Brent Bellamy Pages 6 & 7 Photography 3. West End Cultural Centre: Brock Hamilton Bar Italia: Brian Scott Fold Out Map 1. Forks Market: Brent Bellamy 5. Virtuosi Concerts: L. Chung Page 25 Page 42 & 43 1. Skate Park at The Forks: Harv Sawatsky 2. Winnipeg Art Gallery: Ernest P. Mayer 6. Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers: Le Festival du Voyageur: Dan Harper 1. Corydon Avenue: Brent Bellamy 2. Exchange District: Brent Bellamy 3. Sarah Davey & Tristan Dobrowne, Canada’s Denis Kashton Photography 2. Exchange District: Brent Bellamy Pages 96 & 97 Royal Winnipeg Ballet: David Cooper Page 60 Folklorama: Lance Thomson Photographic 3. Tribe of One, Marie-Jo Dandeneau 1. The Forks: Brent Bellamy 4. Cake Clothing in the Exchange: Brent Cake Clothing: Cake Clothing Pages 26 & 27 4. Corydon Avenue: Ted Sali 2. Downtown Winnipeg: Brent Bellamy Bellamy Polo Park Shopping Centre: Ian McCausland 1. Grand Prix Amusements: Grand Prix 5. Dining at the Forks: Brian Hirsch 3. Exchange District: Juncatta International 5. Ancient Seas Gallery at the Manitoba Amusements 6. Entertainment in Winnipeg: Merrit Page 63 4. Out to Lunch Concert: Downtown Museum: Manitoba Museum 2. Fun Mountain Waterslide Park: Fun Rawsthorne Winnipeg Blue Bombers: Dave Darichuk Winnipeg BIZ 6. Manitoba Legislative Building: Dodgie Mountain Waterslide Park Page 44 Manitoba Moose: Manitoba Moose 5. Broadway Avenue: Brent Bellamy Dator 3. Grand Prix Amusements: Grand Prix 1. Kings Head Pub: Brent Bellamy Pages 64 & 65 6. The Johnston Terminal at the Forks: 7. Winning at the Slots at Club Regent Casino: Amusements 2. Windsor Hotel: Brent Bellamy 1. Snowboarder at the Forks: Brent Bellamy Manitoba Lotteries 4. Manitoba Children’s Museum: AV 3. Entertainment in Winnipeg: Dan Harper The Forks North Portage Partnership 8. Oak Hammock Marsh: Olga Shuralova Page 100 Photography Page 45 2. Winnipeg Goldeyes: Doug Little 9. In Riel’s Footsteps: Tourisme Riel 1. Le Festival du Voyageur: Tourisme Riel 5. U-Puttz Black Light Miniature Golf: U-Puttz Fort Gibraltar: Dan Harper Photography 3. Manitoba Bisons Football: Manitoba Bisons 10. Western Canada Aviation Museum: Western 2. Old St. Boniface City Hall, Brent Bellamy Black Light Miniature Golf Forks Market: Juncatta International 4. The Golf Dome: The Golf Dome Canada Aviation Museum 3. St. Boniface Cathedral: Brent Bellamy Page 28 Pages 46 & 47 5. Team Canada Volleyball: FIVB 4. St. Boniface Museum: Rob Barrow Page 8 6. Winnipeg Goldeyes: Dave Hill Mayberry Fine Art: Ruehle Design 1. Red River College: Marie Roach Page 102 Manitoba Legislative Building: Brent Bellamy 7. Winnipeg Wesmen: Exhibition at the Graffiti Gallery: Graffiti Art 2. Esplanade Riel Bridge: Victor Jarman 1. West End Mural: West End BIZ Esplanade Riel Bridge: Jerry Grajewski kellymortonphotography.com Programming Inc. 3. Circle of Life Thunderbird House: Scott 2. Leo Mol Sculpture Garden: Linda McFadyen Page 9 Page 29 Stephens Page 66 3. Grey Gibbon at the Assiniboine Park Zoo Guess Who: Manitoba Film & Music 1. Early Masters Sculpture at the Winnipeg 4. Mural at the Forks: Graffiti Art 1. Golf: Juncatta International – Darlene Stack Johnathan Toews: Wikimedia Commons Art Gallery: Ernest P. Mayer Programming 2. Winnipeg Blue Bombers mascots: Dave Louis Riel: I. Bennetto & Co. Page 104 2. FAX, December 12, 2009 – February 21, Pages 48 & 49 Darichuk Chris Jericho: Wikimedia Commons Top Row 2010, installation view: Bill Eakin 1. Manitoba Legislative Building: Brian Rudolf 3. Winnipeg Blue Bombers: Dave Darichuk Nellie MClung: Manitoba Archives Fort Gibraltar: Dan Harper Photography 3. Artwork at Urban Shaman Contemporary 2. Shopping at the Forks Market: Travel Page 68 Guy Maddin: Wikimedia Commons Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra: Keith Levit Aboriginal Art: Urban Shaman Manitoba Tour during Doors Open Winnipeg: Heritage 1. Crash Test Dummies: Manitoba Film Photography Contemporary Aboriginal Art 3. Skateboard Plaza at the Forks: The Forks Winnipeg & Music Manitoba Theatre Centre: Tracy Penner, North Portage Partnership 1919 Strike Tour: Heritage Winnipeg Weakerthans: Brook Reynolds Page 30 Jennifer Villaverde, Phillippa Domville and 1. Artwork at the Winnipeg Art Gallery: 4. Millennium Library: Millennium Library Pages 70 & 71 Len Cariou in Manitoba Theatre Centre’s Daria Puttaert in Top Girls: Bruce Monk Winnipeg Art Gallery 5. Busking at the Forks: The Forks North 1. Hermetic Code Tour: Heartland production of Our Town: Bruce Monk Cuba Pavilion at Folklorama: Lance Thomson 2. Woodlands Gallery Interior: Woodlands Portage Partnership International Travel & Tours Photographic Page 12 Gallery 6. Johnston Terminal Patio: Travel Manitoba 2. Paddlewheel River Boats Ltd.: Doowah Leo Mol Sculpture Garden: Mike Sigurdson Explore Manitoba Centre at the Forks: Travel 3. Painting at the Wah-sa Gallery: Wah-sa 7. Fort Gibraltar: Dan Harper Photography Design Inc. Bottom Row Manitoba Gallery 8. Fort Gibraltar: Chris Jensen 3. College universitaire de Saint Boniface: Manitoba Opera – Marriage of Figaro: Winnipeg Cityscape: Linda Barringer 4. Winnipeg Art Gallery exhibit: Ernest 9. Path of Time at The Forks: Juncatta Connie Popowe Robert Tinker Page 13 P. Mayer International 4. Exchange District Walking Tour: Exchange Ancient Seas Gallery at the Manitoba Museum: Le Festival du Voyageur Snow Sculpture: Dan Page 31 10. Prairie Dog Central Railway: Prairie Dog District BIZ Manitoba Museum Harper Photography Assiniboia Downs: Assiniboia Downs Central Railway 5. Exchange District: Tannis Hogue Winnipeg Art Gallery: Brain Gould Fireworks: Kevin Wolk Club Regent Casino: Manitoba Lotteries Page 50 6. Exchange District Walking Tour Guide: Lower Fort Garry: Doug Dealey Page 14 Exchange District BIZ Page 32 1. University of Winnipeg: Harv Sawatsky Riel House National Historic Site: C. Aronec/ Folklorama: Vince Pahkala 1. Train at McPhillips Street Casino: Manitoba 2. University of Manitoba: University of 7. Mural Walking Tour: West End BIZ Parks Canada Ciclovia in Downtown Winnipeg: Downtown Lotteries Manitoba Page 73 Page 105 BIZ/Jolene Olive 2. Upper Deck Lounge at McPhillips Street 3. Royal Canadian Mint: Merlin Braun Fresh Berry Dessert: Brian Gould Photography Corydon Avenue: Brent Bellamy Page 15 Casino: Manitoba Lotteries Page 51 Bistro 7 1/4: Bistro 7 1/4 Velvet Glove Restaurant: Fairmont Winnipeg 1. Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade: Winnipeg Page 33 English Garden at Assiniboine Park: Linda Pages 74 & 75 Cheesecake: Tatsuya Goto Santa Claus Parade Orientation Gallery at the Manitoba Museum: McFadyen 1. Japanese Salad Rolls: Brian Gould Elegant Meal: Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport 2. Jazz Winnipeg Festival: Jazz Winnipeg/ Manitoba Museum Kildonan Park: Von Louie Cruz Photography Berry Dessert: Brian Gould Photography Travis Tait St. Boniface Museum: St. Boniface Museum Page 52 2. Cheese Cake: Tatsuya Goto Terrace Fifty-Five Chocolate Cake: Steve 3. The Forks River Trail: The Forks North 1. Scarlet Ibis: Darlene Stack 3. Meal from The : The Fort Salnikowski, Chronic Creative Portage Partnership Pages 34 & 35 1. Air Force Heritage Museum and Air Park: 17 2. Assiboine Park Pavilion: Brent Bellamy Garry Hotel Page 106 Page 17 Wing Imaging, CFB Winnipeg 3. Lion at Assiniboine Park Zoo: Darlene Stack 4. Coffee House: Tatsuya Goto Le Festival du Voyageur: Tourism Riel 1. Winnipeg Pride Festival: Winnipeg Lesbian 2. Fort La Reine Museum: Fort La Reine 4. Leo Mol Sculpture Garden: Linda McFadyen Pages 76 & 77 Hoop Dancer: The Forks North Portage & Gay Pride Inc. Museum 5. Winnie the Bear Statue at Assiniboine Park: 1. Bread Pudding at 529 Wellington: Steve Partnership 2. Doors Open Winnipeg: Heritage Winnipeg 3. Living Parairie Museum: Jonina Ewart Darlene Stack Salnikowski, Chronic Creative St. Boniface Museum: Ruehle Design 3. Teddy Bears’ Picnic: The Children’s 4. Maison Gabrielle-Roy: Maison Page 54 & 55 2. Cake: Manitoba Canola Growers In Riel’s Footsteps: Tourisme Riel Hospital Foundation of Manitoba Gabrielle-Roy: 1. Grand Beach: Brent Bellamy 3. Bistro 7 1/4: Brain Gould Photography Le Festival du Voyageur: Dan Harper 4. Le Festival du Voyageur: Dan Harper 5. Lower Fort Garry: Lower Fort Garry 2. Bison Safari: Stan Swanson 4. Dining in the Exchange: Travel Manitoba Photography Photography Page 37 3. King’s Park: Paul Sloggett Pages 78 & 79 Bottom: Page 18 1. Science Gallery at the Manitoba Museum: 4. English Gardens at Assiniboine Park: 1. Chocolate Cake at Terrace Fifty-Five: Steve First Nations Pavilion at Folklorama: Lance 1. Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival: Manitoba Museum Assiniboine Park Conservancy Salnikowski , Chronic Creative Thomson Photographic Brett Howe 2. Nonsuch at the Manitoba Museum: 5. Oak Hammock Marsh: Oak Hammock Marsh 2. Pizzeria Gusto: Pizzeria Gusto Boral Forest Gallery at the Manitoba Museum: 2. Pearl of the Orient Pavilion at Folklorama: Manitoba Museum Page 56 3. Dinner Plate: Manitoba Canola Growers Manitoba Museum Lance Thomson Photographic 3. Manitoba Historical Society Dalnavert The Drowsy Chaperone, The John Hirsch 4. Corydon Avenue Patio: Corydon Avenue BIZ Boreal Forest Gallery at the Manitoba Museum: 3. Winnipeg Folk Festival: Denis Buchan Museum: City of Winnipeg Museums Board Theatre at Manitoba Theatre Centre 5. Meal at the Velvet Glove Restaurant in the Manitoba Museum Page 21 4. Dinosaur skeleton at the Manitoba Mainstage, 2009-10: Bruce Monk Fairmont Winnipeg: Fairmont Winnipeg Circle of Life Thunderbird House: Ruehle 1. Manito Ahbee Festival: Manito Ahbee Museum: Ruehle Design Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet in Moulin Pages 80 & 81 Design Festival Page 38 & 39 Rouge – The Ballet: Bruce Monk 1. Sushi: Oliver Dolinsky Le Festival du Voyageur: Dan Harper 2. Winnipeg International Children’s Festival: 1. Artifacts at Ross House Museum: 2. Potato Fries: Brain Gould Photography Dan Harper Photography Robert Barrow 3. Squash Soup: Brian Gould Photography 72 www.visitwinnipegnow.com Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide | where to stay Fresh Berry Dessert Berry Fresh

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A culinary cornucopia awaits you in Winnipeg. With one of the highest restaurants per capita ratios in North America — Winnipeg has over 1,100 restaurants, diners and delis specializing in any kind of cuisine you can think of, from regional Canadian fare to fiery hot dishes from the tropics, to gourmet cuisine from award-winning chefs. While here, be sure to sample the globally inspired cuisine found in almost every Winnipeg neighbourhood, nosh on classic diner delights or spend an evening discovering new tastes at one of 1 Winnipeg’s fine restaurants.

Downtown | The Forks BAILEY’S BLÜ FISH (Japanese) g w Exchange District (International|Classic) g w An intriguing dining environment with a A well established classic dining experience, vast selection of innovative sushi recipes AFFINITY VEGETARIAN offering seafood, charbroiled beef and welcomed among the downtown business GARDEN (Vegetarian) w boasting over 50 brands of scotch. crowd and theatre goers alike. Fresh vegetarian and vegan cuisine with Chef: Jesus Lomasang Chef: Roy Liang dishes like the Kung Pao Gluten and Vegetarian Shrimp. Home to a pay-by- Mon. to Fri. 11 am – 1 am, Sat. 12 pm – 1 am, Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. weight lunch buffet. Sun. 4:30 pm – 9 pm. Dinner: Mon. to Thu. 5 pm – 9:30 pm, Fri. & Sat. 4:30 pm – 11 pm. Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. 185 Lombard Avenue Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – 9:30 pm. tel: 204.944.1180 179 Bannatyne Avenue www.baileysprimedining.com tel: 204.779.9888 100-208 Street www.blufish.ca tel: 204.943.0251 BLAZE BISTRO AND LOUNGE www.affinitygarden.com (Regional|Canadian) g w BOMBOLINI WINE BAR From upscale dinners to casual get- (Italian|Contemporary) g w AMICI (Italian|Contemporary) togethers, experience fabulous Canadian Choose from an impressive selection of g w cuisine featuring fresh seasonal wines, carefully selected to compliment Pure, classic Italian flavours with an ingredients. Located downtown in the Delta gourmet Italian cuisine. Located below extensive wine list. The unique seasonal Hotel. sister restaurant, Amici. menu often includes Canadian game meats for those who like to try something new Chef: Jerome Case Chef: Patrick Shrupka each time they visit. Mon. to Fri. 6:30 am – 11 pm, Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 10 pm, Chef: Patrick Shrupka Sat. 7 am – 12 pm & 5 pm – 10 pm, Sat. 4 pm – 10 pm. Sun. 7 am – 12 pm. Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. 326 Broadway Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – 10 pm, 350 St. Mary Avenue tel: 204.943.5066 Sun. Closed. tel: 204.944.7259 www.amiciwpg.com www.deltahotels.com 326 Broadway tel: 204.943.4997 www.amiciwpg.com 1. Japanese Salad Rolls 2. Cheese Cake 3. Meal from The Fort Garry Hotel 4. Coffee House

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DIM SUM GARDEN FORT GARRY HOTEL w HU’S ON FIRST ASIAN (Chinese) w Voted the” best brunch in town” by many BISTRO (Asian) g w The Dim Sum Garden is a top pick with reviewers, on Sundays, The Fort Garry Hotel Mild or hot…whatever you like, this large locals, serving up addictive fare like the presents a divine culinary dream including open kitchen serves up delicious dishes deluxe shrimp dumplings. classic Eggs Benedict, meat-carving from China, Thailand, Vietnam, and stations, an indulgent selection of desserts, Mon. 11 am – 12 am, Tues. 11 am – 5 pm, Indonesia. Order favourites like the Kung paired up with a Mimosa or freshly- Wed. to Sun. 11 am – 12 am. Pao Chicken and Pad Thai to share. squeezed orange juice. In the afternoon or Chef: Kyle Julian 277 Rupert Avenue evening, relax in the classic Palm Lounge, tel: 204.942.8297 where a variety of light culinary fare is Mon. to Thu. 11 am – 10 pm, Fri. 11 am – 11 pm, served enhanced by the local jazz legends Sat. 4:30 pm – 11 pm, Sun. 4:30 pm – 9 pm. DON PEDRO’S AUTHENTIC nightly. One Portage Avenue East MEXICAN GRILL (Mexican) tel: 204.982.7426 g w Chef: Joe Wojakowski www.husasianbistro.ca Lively in atmosphere and eclectic in décor, Brunch: Sun. 9 am – 2 pm. come ready for traditional Mexican cuisine 222 Broadway HY’S STEAKHOUSE & complimented by fresh fruit margaritas. tel: 204.942.6514 COCKTAIL BAR Tue. to Fri. 11 am – 10 pm, Sat. 4 pm – 10 pm, www.fortgarryhotel.com (Steakhouse) g w closed Sun. & Mon. An opulent dining experience, featuring HERMANO’S RESTAURANT premium steak, cut in house from specially 114 Market Avenue AND WINE BAR tel: 204.956.7465 selected AAA Canadian beef. Located on the (Argentinean) g w www.donpedros.ca corner of Portage and Main. For an authentic South-American dining Chef: Frank Vadacchino EAST INDIA COMPANY experience with the option to order shared Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. PUB & EATERY (Indian) g dishes as a couple or a group off the main Dinner: Mon. to Thu. 5 pm – 10 pm, For over 30 years, the eatery has been or tapas menu. Great value for the price. Fri. & Sat. 5 pm – 11 pm, popular for its daily lunch and dinner Chef: Michael Day Sun. 5 pm – 9 pm. buffets including over 15 entrees, chutneys, Mon. to Wed. 11:30 am – 2 pm & 5 pm – 9 pm, yogurts and a dessert bar. Main Floor, 1 Lombard Place Thu. 11:30 am – 11 pm, Fri. 11:30 am – 1 am, tel: 204.942.1000 Chef: Kamal Mehra Sat. 4:30 pm – 1 am, Sun. Closed. www.hyssteakhouse.com Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11 am – 2:30 pm. 179 Bannatyne Avenue Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm, tel: 204.947.5434 ICHIBAN JAPANESE Sun. 12 pm – 8 pm. www.hermanos.ca STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR 349 York Avenue (Japanese) g w HOMER’S (Greek) g w tel: 204.947.3097 A spirited and entertaining dining An ethnic staple in Winnipeg for more than www.eastindiaco.com experience, the artistry and showmanship 30 years, George Katsabanis’ casual and of skilled chefs preparing your sizzling EAT! BISTRO (Bistro) g friendly restaurant serves traditional Greek steak, shrimp or chicken right at your group A real gem, this popular downtown eatery cuisine like the chicken souvlaki and freshly table will be a highlight of the night. shares its space with Aqua Books. You baked flax bread. Chef: Edwin Velacruz can count on everything coming out of Chef: Peter Konidaris this kitchen to be made from scratch with Mon. to Sun. 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm. Mon. to Thu. 11:30 am – 10 pm, innovative twists. Fri. & Sat. 11:30 am – 11 pm, 189 Carlton Street Chef: Candace Hughes Sun. Closed. tel: 204.925.7400 www.ichiban.ca Tue. to Sat. 11 am – 9 pm, 520 Ellice Avenue Sun. & Mon. Closed. tel: 204.788.4858 274 Garry Street www.homersrestaurant.ca tel: 204.949.1231 4 www.eatbistro.ca 3 2

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IVORY (Indian) g w LOBBY ON YORK PEASANT COOKERY Enjoy well rounded lunch/dinner buffets (International|Contemporary) (Regional|Canadian) g w or order authentic Indian specialties, an g w Nestled in the famous Exchange District, experience complimented by the upscale This upscale restaurant features the newly-opened cookery boasts an rich décor and ambiance. contemporary cuisine such as the skillfully ever-changing menu capitalizing on fresh, Mon. to Wed. 11 am – 10:30 pm, prepared steak, fresh fish, seafood, and seasonal ingredients. Thu. & Fri. 11 am – 11 pm, lamb. Visit their trendy chic lounge before Chef: Tristan Foucault Sat. 5 pm – 11 pm, Sun. 5 pm – 10 pm. or after your meal for a wide selection of exclusive cocktails. Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. 200 Main Street Dinner: Mon. to Thu. 5 pm – 10 pm, Fri. & tel: 204.944.1600 Chef: John Hochman Sat. 5 pm – 11 pm, www.ivoryrestaurant.ca Mon. to Wed. 11:30 am – 12 am, Sun. Closed. Thu. to Fri. 11:30 am – 1 am, Sat. 5 pm – 1 am, KING’S HEAD PUB 100-283 Bannatyne Avenue Sun. Closed. tel: 204.989.7700 (International|Contemporary) 295 York Avenue www.wowhosptitality.com g w tel: 204.896.7275 A popular meeting place for all ages and www.thelobbyonyork.com RESTAURANT DUBROVNIK types, offering an eclectic menu of English (International|Classic) fare with an Indian twist that includes an MUDDY WATERS g w authentic curry buffet every Friday. Check SMOKEHOUSE Located in a historic mansion on the out the beer selection for something old (Barbeque) g w , renowned for its or new. Located at The Forks, this southern style exceedingly high standards and culinary Chef: Steve Young BBQ joint is known for tender fall-off – excellence and old world charm. Mon. to Fri. 11 am – 2 am, Sat. 2 pm – 2 am, the- bone ribs, oversized burgers and lip Chef: Vuiluen Fung smacking good pulled pork. Sun. 2 pm – 12 am. Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. 120 King’s Street Chef: Jason Engelbretson Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – close, tel: 204.957.7710 Mon. to Thu. 11:30 – 9 pm, Sun. closed www.kingshead.ca Fri. 11:30 am – 10 pm, Sat. 12 pm – 10 pm, 390 Assiniboine Avenue Sun. 12 pm – 9 pm. KUM KOON GARDEN tel: 204.944.0594 www.restaurantdubrovnik.com (Chinese) g w 15 Forks Market Road Come for the classic dim sum lunch or tel: 204.947.6653 www.muddywaters.ca SAL’S ON THE BRIDGE Cantonese specialties for dinner. (Burgers) g w Lunch: Mon. to Sun. 11 am – 3 pm. ONE NIGHT IN BANGKOK A Winnipeg tradition, this unique Salisbury Dinner: Mon. to Sun. 4:30 pm to 11 pm. (Thai) g w House location (one of several in the city) is 257 King Street Mouth-watering Thai fare for a group or perched on the magnificent Esplanade Riel tel: 204.943.4655 romantic date. On your way out shop the Bridge. Enjoy views of the mighty Red River www.kumkoongarden.com selection of exotic accessories and scarves. and downtown Winnipeg while snacking on Winnipeg’s legendary “nip” hamburger. The Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. red velvet cake is not to be missed. Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – 10 pm, 1 Sun. 5 pm – 9 pm. Mon. to Sun. 8 am – 8 pm. 207 Edmonton Street Esplanade Riel Bridge tel: 204.777.0888 tel: 204.237.8305 www.salisburyhouse.ca

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SHANGHAI (Chinese) g w THE CURRENT Tre Visi Go back in time at this retro Chinatown (Regional|Canadian) g w (Italian|Classic) g w hotspot that’s been serving up large This gourmet restaurant specializing Fresh and authentic Italian dishes prepared portions of authentic classics like the in Canadian-inspired market-fresh fare to please the most discerning palate, house-made chop suey and lemon chicken located in the trendy Inn at the Forks Hotel served up in a quiet intimate atmosphere. for more than 80 years. is a must visit day or night. Live musicians Chef: Giacomo Appice play Jazz music in the lounge adding to Mon. closed, Tues. to Thu. 12 pm – 10 pm, Lunch: Tue. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, Fri. 12 pm – 11 pm, Sat. 3:30 pm – 11 pm, the ambiance, Thursday thru Saturday evenings. Dinner: Tue. & Wed. 5 pm – 9 pm, Sun. 3:30 pm – 9 pm. Thu. to Sat. 5 pm – 10 pm, 238 King Street Chef: Barry Saunders Sun. & Mon. closed. tel: 204.943.7700 Mon. to Thu. 6:30 am – 11 pm, 173 McDermot Avenue Fri. 6:30 am – 12 am, Sat. 7 am – 12 am, STELLA’S tel: 204.949.9032 Sun. 7 am – 11 pm. www.trevisirestaurant.com (Café & Bakery) g w 75 Forks Market Road Expect a warm welcoming atmosphere tel: 204.944.2445 WASABI–BROADWAY (Sushi) at this hopping breakfast joint with many www.innforks.com g w classic and new renditions of morning One of three unique locations found in the fare. Stella’s also offers a varied menu for THE VELVET GLOVE city, Wasabi Broadway (the most upscale of lunch and dinner. Pick up their delectable (Regional|Canadian) g w the bunch) offers a distinctive ambiance, homemade jam or sinfully delicious baked Located on the main floor of the complemented by fresh, high-end sushi goods. Fairmont Hotel, enjoy seasonal flavours from chefs who take creative license with Chef: Darryl Howard with a Manitoban flare delivered in an flavour and presentation. Mon. to Sun. 7 am – 10 pm. environment of modern elegance. Hit the Chef: Cho Venevongsa dimly lit lounge next door for a premium 116 Sherbrook Street selection of scotch, brandies and wines. Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. tel: 204.477.5556 Dinner: Mon. to Sun. 5 pm – 10:30 pm. Chef: Eric Lee www.stellascafe.ca 588 Broadway Breakfast: Mon. to Fri. 6:30 am – 11:30 am, tel: 204.774.4328 STORM RESTAURANT Sat. & Sun. 7 am – 11:30 am (International|Contemporary) Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. g w Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm. Located on the Art Gallery’s penthouse 2 Lombard Place level, drop-in for coffee and dessert after tel: 204.985.6255 visiting the exhibitions or enjoy a leisurely www.fairmont.com/winnipeg lunch or Sunday brunch. Chef: Dan LaRoche 2 Mon. closed, Tue. to Sun. 11 am – 2 pm, Thu. 11 am – 9 pm. 300 Memorial Blvd. tel: 204.948.0085 www.wag.ca SYDNEY’S AT THE FORKS (Regional|Canadian) g With stunning views of the rivers and an exclusive Table d’ hote menu, Chef 4 Michael creates prix-fixe five course dinners inspired by the freshest regional ingredients. Chef: Michael Schafer Lunch: Tue. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – 12 am. 2. Carrot Cake 3. Bistro 7 1/4 215-1 Forks Market Road 3 4. Dining in the tel: 204.942.6075 Exchange District www.sydneyattheforks.com 77 e Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide

French Quarter STEP N’ OUT BAKED EXPECTATIONS (International|Contemporary) (Bistro) g w BEAUJENA’S (French) g w Indulge your sweet tooth at this lively Where flavour reigns, Chef Randy personally With its unique, eclectic atmosphere, 1950’s inspired hot spot, famous for its well selects local ingredients to be incorporated just across the in the stocked display case of thirty plus desserts into unique five and seven-course highly French Quarter, the menu is hand written made fresh in-house daily. The bistro also anticipated ‘surprise dinners’. daily providing Chef Alan the freedom to dishes out eclectic comfort food favourites. Chef: Randy Reynolds creatively incorporate the freshest quality Chef: Beth Grubert Fri. & Sat. 5 pm – close. products available producing tastes you won’t soon forget. Mon. to Thu. 12 pm – 12 am, 302 Hamel Avenue Fri. & Sat. 12 pm – 1 am, Sun. 11 am – 12 am. Chef: Alan Shepard tel: 204.233.4841 161 Osborne Street www.beaujenas.com Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11 am – 2 pm. tel: 204.452.5176 Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – 9 pm. IN FERNO’S BISTRO (French) www.bakedexpectations.ca 157 Provencher Boulevard g w (Thai) tel: 204.956.7837 BANGKOK THAI Mouthwatering unique French Canadian Overlooking Osborne Village, satisfy your www.stepnout.ca kissing Mediterranean fare. Charming most ambitious Thai-cravings with over 90 atmosphere for two or a group. Osborne | Osborne South Asian items to choose from. Chef: Fern Kirouac South | Corydon | Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. Mon. to Thu. 11 am – 11 pm, Fri. 11 am – 11 pm, Dinner: Sun. to Thu. 5 pm – 9:30 pm, Sun. closed. Academy | Wellington Fri. & Sat. 5 pm – 10:30 pm 312 Des Meurons Street Crescent Area 100 Osborne Street, 2nd Floor tel: 204.262.7400 529 WELLINGTON tel: 204.474.0908 www.infernosbistro.com (Steakhouse) g w BILLABONG BAR & BISTRO RESTO GARE (French) The grand staircase, luxurious draperies, (Australian) g w g w sparkling chandeliers, and beautifully Authentic Australian fare including Dine in the historic signature railcar with adorned private rooms in this elegantly inventive entrees like rich pumpkin its dark wood, rich reds, old paintings and restored 1912 mansion, set the scene for soup, alligator potstickers and kangaroo menu reminiscent of classic French cuisine. a sophisticated dinner featuring fresh tacos. Take a liquid tour with the regional The wines are divine and the desserts Canadian beef, lobster and access to one of Australian wine list. Manitoba’s most note-worthy wine cellars. sinfully decadent. Chef: Andy Arjoon Chef: Mike Dacquisto Chef: Jamie Snow Mon. to Thu. 4:30 pm – 2 am, Mon. to Sat. 11 am – 11 pm, Sun. 5 pm – close. Lunch: Mon. to Sat. 11:30 am – 2 pm. Fri. 11:30 am to 2 am, Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – 11 pm, Sat. & Sun. 10 am – 2 am. 630 Des Meurons Street Sun. 5 pm – 9 pm. tel: 204.237.7072 121-D Osborne Street www.restogare.com 529 Wellington Crescent tel: 204.452.1019 tel: 204.487.8325 www.billabongbarandbistro.com www.wowhospitality.ca

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BISTRO 7 ¼ (French) CAFÉ LA SCALA FRESH CAFÉ (Café) g w g w (Italian|Contemporary) g The sisters behind this vibrant daytime Reservations are a must at this buzzing A new take on Italian dishes where the chef eatery are committed to providing fresh, open kitchen concept bistro, where the often stops at tables to chat with guests. local, all-natural, organic breakfast and sights and smells of innovative dishes Chef: Perry Scaletta lunch options, such as free run vita eggs being prepared is an integral part of the with house-made spelt toast, preserves, dining experience. Specialties include the Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 12 pm – 2 pm. and bison or turkey sausage, served with flavourful variations of mussel and frites, Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – close. one of their many freshly squeezed juices. ever changing cheese selections and 725 Corydon Avenue Chef: Beth McWilliam inspired entrees using local ingredients. tel: 204.474.2750 Mon. to Sun. 7 am – 4 pm. Chef: Alex Svenne CARLOS AND MURPHY’S 775 Corydon Avenue Sun. & Mon. closed, (Mexican) g tel: 204.221.5775 Tue. to Sat. 11:30 am – 10 pm. Mexican tastes prevail offering everything www.freshcafe.ca 725 Osborne Street you’d expect on the menu like lime-spiked tel: 204.777.2525 Corona, nachos, wings or tex-mex styled FUDE www.alexanderskitchen.com Chicken Chimichangas. (Regional|Canadian) g Chef: Felix Ptashnik With a creative menu featuring such BONFIRE BISTRO (Bistro) culinary favourites as Manitoba Bison g w Mon. to Wed. 11:30 am – 1 am, Thu. to Sat. Ribs, locally caught pickerel, and signature Tables are scooped up on a first-come, 11:30 am – 2 am, Sun. 3:30 pm – 12 am. Fude favourite, the chili chocolate chicken, first-served basis at this intimate 129 Osborne Street this Osborne Village hot spot delivers neighbourhood bistro known for its wood tel: 204.284.3510 innovative Manitoba inspired cuisine. fired oven and Mediterranean flavoured www.carlosandmurphys.com Chef: Thomas Stuart fare including a well-rounded selection of pasta and pizza. CIVITA Tue. to Thu. 5 pm – 10 pm, (Italian|Contemporary) g Fri. & Sat. 5 pm – 11 pm, Sun. & Mon. closed. Chef: Sean McKay A popular crowd-pleaser known for thin 303-99 Osborne Street Lunch: Mon. to Sat. 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. crust pizzas prepared in a huge wood fired tel: 204.284.3833 Diner: Mon. to Thu. 5 pm – 10 pm, oven or the “Urban Picnic” that allows www.fude.ca Sat. 4:30 pm – 10:30 pm, groups to mix-and-match menu items. Sun. 4:30 pm – 9 pm. Street-side and private patios make this the 4 1433 Corydon Avenue perfect place to eat on hot summer nights. tel: 204.487.4440 Chef: Mark Andrew www.bonfirebistro.ca Mon. to Wed. 11:30 am – 9 pm, CAFÉ CARLO Thu. to Sat. 11:30 am – 10 pm, (Italian|Contemporary) Sun. 11:30 am – 9 pm. g w 691 Corydon Avenue Displaying a revolving door of local artwork tel: 204.453.4616 and located just steps off the Corydon strip, get set for an array of classic house made FALAFEL PLACE (Diner) pastas, appetizers, soups, creative salads g w and desserts complemented by the chef’s There’s never a dull moment at this fresh daily specials. energetic neighbourhood diner that serves up classic breakfasts and Israeli inspired 5 Chef: David Hyde specialties like blintzes, vegan breakfasts Lunch: Mon. to Sat. 11:30 am – 2 pm and the best chicken noodle soup in town. (closed for lunch in July & August). Chef: Dean Desrochers Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – 10 pm, Sun. 5 pm – 9 pm. Mon. to Fri. 6:30 am – 8 pm, Sat. 6:30 am – 5 pm, Sun. 8 am – 3 pm. 243 Lilac Street tel: 204.477.5544 1101 Corydon Avenue www.cafecarlo.com tel: 204.489.5811 www.falafelplace.ca 1. Chocolate Cake at 4. Corydon Avenue Patio Terrace Fifty-Five Food & Wine 5. The Velvet Glove Restaurant 2. Pizzeria Gusto in the Fairmont Winnipeg 3. Steak dinner 79 e Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide

FUSION GRILL MISE BISTRO NIKO’S (Greek) g w (Regional|Canadian) g (Regional|Canadian) A bustling family run Greek eatery with Only the highest quality natural g w fast and tasty options like their hot greek ingredients including fresh meat, fish, Specializing in Canadian regional cuisine, salad, gyros and lemon roasted chicken and fruits and vegetables, enter this kitchen fresh local ingredients are skillfully fused potatoes. resulting in deliciously inspiring regional with globally inspired dishes like the duck Mon. to Sun. 11 am – 10 pm. cuisine, complemented by a hand selected confit, cornmeal-crusted pickerel and elk- Canadian wine list. stuffed quail. 740 Corydon Avenue tel: 204.478.1144 Chef: Lorna Murdoch Chef: Terry Gereta Lunch: Tue. to Sat. 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Lunch: Tue. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. ORLANDO’S SEAFOOD Dinner: Tue. to Sat. 5:30 pm – close, Dinner: Tue. to Fri. 5 pm – 10 pm, GRILL (Portuguese) g Sun. & Mon. closed. Sat. & Sun. 5 pm – close. This authentic Portuguese seafood restaurant is small and informal with 550 Academy Road 842 Corydon Avenue attentive, knowledgeable service (often (see Airport/West End map) tel: 204.284.7916 from Orlando himself) and the quality and tel: 204.489.6963 www.miserestaurant.com freshness of the seafood is top end. www.fusiongrill.mb.ca MONA LISA (Italian|Classic) Chef: Arnaldo Carreira MEIJI SUSHI g w Mon. to Thu. 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm, (Japanese) Joe and Alfina Grande, along with their Fri. & Sat. 5:30 – 11 pm, Sat. 5 pm – 10 pm. A sushi restaurant bringing you the union family, have been providing guests with of a wide-selection of sushi and martini a traditional southern Italian dining 709 Corydon Avenue creations. Open late on weekends. experience for more than two decades now, tel: 204.477.5899 Lunch: Mon. to Thu. 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. specializing in homemade pastas, sauces SEGOVIA TAPAS BAR & and Calabrese sausages. Dinner: Mon. to Thu. 5 pm – 10:30 pm, RESTAURANT (Tapas) Fri. & Sat. 5 pm – 1 am, Sun. 5 pm – 10:30 pm. Chef: Angelo Anania g w 454 River Avenue Sun. 4 pm – 10 pm, Mon. 5 pm - 11 pm, An authentic Spanish tapas restaurant – the tel: 204.284.3996 Tue. to Thu. 11:30 am – 11 pm, only one of its kind in Winnipeg – Segovia’s www.meijisushi.ca Fri. 11 am – 12 am, Sat. 4 pm – 12 am. super-chic, sophisticated space is the perfect backdrop for a quick drink or an 1697 Corydon Avenue evening of grazing on some of Spain’s best tel: 204.488.3687 culinary contributions. www.monalisarestaurant.ca Chef: Adam Donnelly 2 Lunch: Wed. to Sat. 11:30 am – 2 pm. Dinner: Wed. to Mon. 5 pm – 12 am, 1. Sushi Tues. closed. 2. Potato Fries 3. Squash Soup 484 Stradbrook Avenue 4. Shrimp salad tel: 204.477.6500 www.segoviatapasbar.com

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SUKHOTHAI (Thai) g w Pizzeria Gusto STAR GRILL Classic Thai favourites including superb (Contemporary Italian) g (International|Contemporary) red and green curries fused with modern This hip neighbourhood eatery specializes g w elegance and the convenience of its in gourmet wood fired pizzas garnished A popular spot for brunch with a cozy Osborne Village location. with innovative toppings and sauces made atmosphere located just across the Mon. closed, Tue. to Fri. 11:30 am – 10 pm, from scratch. Tomatoes, cheese and wine Assiniboine Park foot bridge, the Star Grill Sat. 3 pm – 10 pm, Sun. 4 pm – 10 pm. are imported directly from Italy, as was the offers an eclectic menu of home-made kitchen’s deluxe wood-burning oven. innovative entrees to suit any mood. Save 191 Osborne Street Chef: Eric Lee room for the Star’s decadent desserts tel: 204.633.6907 baked on premise daily. For a change of Lunch: Mon. to Fri. 11:30 am – 2 pm. Airport | West End scenery, visit sister establishment, Star Dinner: Mon. to Sat. 5:30 pm – 11 pm. Conservatory Restaurant in Assiniboine INDIA PALACE (Indian) 404 Academy Road Park. g w 204.944.8786 Chef: Marion Robinson A family-run establishment offering the www.pizzeriagusto.com Mon. to Thu. 9 am – 10 pm, finest in Indian cuisine including a daily RAE & JERRY’S (Steak) Fri. to Sat. 9 am – 11 pm, Sun. 9 am – 8 pm. lunch buffet. A local favourite. g w 2069 Portage Avenue Mon. to Sat. 11 am – 10 pm, Aged to perfection and melt in your mouth tel: 204.897.7827 Sun. 3 pm – 10 pm. tender, the renowned prime-rib has been a www.stargrill.mb.ca 770 Ellice Avenue staple at this proudly Winnipeg steakhouse tel: 204.774.6061 since 1957. Indulge in a classic martini at TERRACE FIFTY-FIVE www.indiapalacewinnipeg.com this popular “never been tampered with” Food & Wine late 50’s style lounge. (Regional|Canadian) w g PARADISE (Italian|Classic) w Mon. to Sat. 11 am – 11 pm, Manitoba ingredients such as local Huge portions, freshly baked bread sticks, Sun. 11 am – 8:30 pm. produce, pickerel, grains, bison and lamb homemade pizza, pasta and sauces are just are featured at this restaurant located 1405 Portage Avenue a few reasons the family owned restaurant in the historic Assiniboine Park Pavilion, tel: 204.783.6155 has been a favourite with locals for over 25 overlooking winding paths, fields, trees and www.raeandjerrys.com years. flowers, with a menu that’s representative of elite prairie cuisine. Chef: Pasquale Greco 4 Mon. to Thu. 11 am – 10 pm, Chef: Simon Resch Fri. 11 am – 12 am, Sat. 4 pm – 12 am, Lunch: Tue. to Sat. 11:30 am – 4 pm. Sun. 4 pm – 10 pm. Dinner: Tue. to Sat. 5 pm – 10:30 pm, 789 Portage Avenue Sun. 4:30 pm – 9 pm, Mon. closed. tel: 204.772.2539 55 Pavilion Crescent tel: 204.938.7275 www.wowhospitality.ca

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Around the City GASTHAUS GUTENBERGER PROVENCE BISTRO (French) (German) g g w ALYCIA’S (Ukrainian) g w Experience a taste of Germany at Winnipeg’s Overlooking the wooded surroundings of Rich, hearty, homemade Ukrainian only authentic German restaurant. Hearty the 18th green at the Niakwa Golf Course, goodness including classics like kielbasa specialties include the mouth watering Provence Bistro provides guests with an sausage, cabbage rolls, borscht, and their Schnitzel Platter and Oven Roasted Pork intimate and elegant dining experience, famed perogies (so tasty comedian John Hocks complemented by well paired specializing in pairing appealing wines with Candy had these delivered to his home in German wines and beer. sophisticated gourmet French dishes. California). Chef: Kurt Wagner Chef: Shaun Kaluznic Mon. to Fri. 8 am – 8 pm, Sat. 9 am – 8 pm, Sun. closed. Sun. to Fri. 11 am – 10 pm, Mon. to Sat. 5 pm – close, Sun. closed. Sat. 4:30 pm – 11 pm. 559 Cathedral Avenue 620 Niakwa Road tel: 204.582.8789 2583 Portage Avenue tel: 204.254.3500 tel: 204.888.3133 www.provencebistro.com BELLISIMO www.gasthausgutenberger.com (Italian|Contemporary) w SOUTHWINDS BAR AND This small, intimate neighbourhood Italian KELEKIS (Diner) w GRILL w restaurant is a delightful choice for a The entrepreneurial Kelekis family started Warm and inviting dining located in the romantic evening or a business lunch, with out with a travelling chip truck in the 1930’s Holiday Inn featuring a made from scratch dishes such as The and opened C. Kelekis diner at the present variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner Canneloni con Carne, Pesce Asiago and location nine years later. Remaining true to buffets and comfortable ambiance for a Gnocchi Giardino. their roots, Kelekis has stuck to the basics; family meal or business meeting. hot dogs, hamburgers, milk shakes and Mon. to Fri. 6:30 am – 10 pm, Chef: Greg Masi shoestring french-fries with gravy. Sat. & Sun. 7 am – 10 pm. Mon. 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm, Sun. to Thu. 8 am – 7 pm, Fri. 8 am – 8 pm, 1330 Pembina Highway Tues. & Wed. 11:30 am – 2:30 pm & Sat. 9 am – 8 pm. 4:30 pm – 10 pm, Thurs. 11:30 am – 10 pm, tel: 204.452.4747 Fri. 11:30 am – 12 am, Sat. 4:30 pm – 12 am, 1100 Main Street www.winnipegsouthholidayinn.com Sun. closed. tel: 204.582.1786 www.kelekisrestaurant.com 1-877 Waverly Street tel: 204.489.0495 www.bellissimo-restaurant.com

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82 Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide | where to stay Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel Riel Suite Louis Place Where to stay Lobby at the Fairmont Winnipeg at the Fairmont Lobby

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No of Guest Accessible Smoking Breakfast Exercise Free Indoor Outdoor Hot Tub/ Restaurant Pets Complimentary Hotels Waterslide Spa Lounge Patio Laundromat Rooms Rooms Rooms Included Facility Parking Pool Pool Sauna On Site Allowed Airport Shuttle Airport Motor Inn 54 • • • • • • • • • • • Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park 46 • • • • • • Best Western Charterhouse Hotel Downtown Winnipeg 86 • • • • • • Best Western Pembina Inn and Suites 104 • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Club Regent Casino Hotel • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Fort Garry 106 • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Garden City 72 • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park 105 • • • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Transcona 50 • • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Windsor Park 54 • • • • • • • Canadiana Thriftlodge 72 • • • • • • • • • • Capri Motel 67 • • • • Carlton Inn 100 • • • • • Clarion Hotel and Suites 139 • • • • • • • • • • • • Comfort Inn Winnipeg Airport 81 • • • • • • Comfort Inn Winnipeg South 85 • • • • • Country Inn & Suites by Carlson 40 • • • • • • Curtis Gordon Motor Hotel 25 • • • • • • Dakota Motor Hotel 23 • • • • • • Delta Winnipeg 393 • • • • • • • • • • Express by Canad Inns 36 • • • • • The Fairmont Winnipeg 340 • • • • • • • • The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre 246 • • • • • • • • Four Points by Sheraton Hotel Winnipeg Airport 149 • • • • Four Points by Sheraton Winnipeg South 76 • • • • • • • Greenwood Inn & Suites Winnipeg 213 • • • • • • • • • • • Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport 160 • • • • • • • • • Holiday Inn Winnipeg - Airport West 226 • • • • • • • • • • Holiday Inn Winnipeg South 170 • • • • • • • • • • • Howard Johnson Express Inn 43 • • • • • • • Humphry Inn & Suites 128 • • • • • • • Inn at the Forks 117 • • • • • • • • Kildonan Motor Hotel 20 • • • • • Kirkfield Motor Hotel 27 • • • • • • Lincoln Motor Hotel 20 • • • • MainStay Suites Winnipeg 100 • • • • • • • • • Mariaggi’s Theme Suite Hotel 10 • • Montcalm Hotel 20 • • • • Motel One East 60 • • • • • • Motel One West 65 • • • • • • Nor-Villa Motor Hotel 24 • • • • • • Norwood Hotel 52 • • • • Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel 301 • • • • • • • Quality Inn & Suites Winnipeg 70 • • • • • • • • • • Queen Bee Hotel 28 • • • • Radisson Hotel Winnipeg Downtown 263 • • • • • • • St. Regis Hotel 101 • • • • • • • Sandman Hotel & Suites Winnipeg Airport 210 • • • • • • • • • • The Marlborough Hotel 148 • • • • • • • • • • Travelodge Winnipeg East 75 • • • • • • • • • Victoria Inn Winnipeg 260 • • • • • • • • • • • Viscount Gort Hotel 135 • • • • • • • • • • • Westwood Village Inn 25 • • • • • • • • •

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No of Guest Accessible Smoking Breakfast Exercise Free Indoor Outdoor Hot Tub/ Restaurant Pets Complimentary Hotels Waterslide Spa Lounge Patio Laundromat Rooms Rooms Rooms Included Facility Parking Pool Pool Sauna On Site Allowed Airport Shuttle Airport Motor Inn 54 • • • • • • • • • • • Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park 46 • • • • • • Best Western Charterhouse Hotel Downtown Winnipeg 86 • • • • • • Best Western Pembina Inn and Suites 104 • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Club Regent Casino Hotel • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Fort Garry 106 • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Garden City 72 • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park 105 • • • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Transcona 50 • • • • • • • • • • Canad Inns Destination Centre Windsor Park 54 • • • • • • • Canadiana Thriftlodge 72 • • • • • • • • • • Capri Motel 67 • • • • Carlton Inn 100 • • • • • Clarion Hotel and Suites 139 • • • • • • • • • • • • Comfort Inn Winnipeg Airport 81 • • • • • • Comfort Inn Winnipeg South 85 • • • • • Country Inn & Suites by Carlson 40 • • • • • • Curtis Gordon Motor Hotel 25 • • • • • • Dakota Motor Hotel 23 • • • • • • Delta Winnipeg 393 • • • • • • • • • • Express by Canad Inns 36 • • • • • The Fairmont Winnipeg 340 • • • • • • • • The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre 246 • • • • • • • • Four Points by Sheraton Hotel Winnipeg Airport 149 • • • • Four Points by Sheraton Winnipeg South 76 • • • • • • • Greenwood Inn & Suites Winnipeg 213 • • • • • • • • • • • Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport 160 • • • • • • • • • Holiday Inn Winnipeg - Airport West 226 • • • • • • • • • • Holiday Inn Winnipeg South 170 • • • • • • • • • • • Howard Johnson Express Inn 43 • • • • • • • Humphry Inn & Suites 128 • • • • • • • Inn at the Forks 117 • • • • • • • • Kildonan Motor Hotel 20 • • • • • Kirkfield Motor Hotel 27 • • • • • • Lincoln Motor Hotel 20 • • • • MainStay Suites Winnipeg 100 • • • • • • • • • Mariaggi’s Theme Suite Hotel 10 • • Montcalm Hotel 20 • • • • Motel One East 60 • • • • • • Motel One West 65 • • • • • • Nor-Villa Motor Hotel 24 • • • • • • Norwood Hotel 52 • • • • Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel 301 • • • • • • • Quality Inn & Suites Winnipeg 70 • • • • • • • • • • Queen Bee Hotel 28 • • • • Radisson Hotel Winnipeg Downtown 263 • • • • • • • St. Regis Hotel 101 • • • • • • • Sandman Hotel & Suites Winnipeg Airport 210 • • • • • • • • • • The Marlborough Hotel 148 • • • • • • • • • • Travelodge Winnipeg East 75 • • • • • • • • • Victoria Inn Winnipeg 260 • • • • • • • • • • • Viscount Gort Hotel 135 • • • • • • • • • • • Westwood Village Inn 25 • • • • • • • • •

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Whether you are looking for a quaint and cozy room at a bed & breakfast, a skyscraper view from a downtown hotel or a fun family destination complete with a water park, you’ll have no trouble finding the perfect accommodations in Winnipeg. With over 6,200 hotel rooms city-wide, 2,600 located right downtown, Winnipeg has just the right ‘home away from home’ for you.

The Fort Garry Hotel Downtown The Fairmont Winnipeg Canada Select Rating ssssh Program for Hotels Best Western 2 Lombard Place Charterhouse Hotel N/R Not Rated Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3 Downtown Winnipeg s tel: 204.957.1350 Indicates clean and well maintained sssh toll free: 1.800.441.1414 accommodations providing the 330 York Avenue fax: 204.956.1791 necessary facilities for an enjoyable stay. Winnipeg, MB R3C 0N9 email: [email protected] tel: 204.942.0101 ss Indicate “mid-range” www.fairmont.com/winnipeg toll free: 1.800.782.0175 accommodation with better quality fax: 204.956.0665 The Fort Garry Hotel, amenities. www.bwcharterhouse.com Spa & Conference sss ssssh Indicate larger units with ssh Centre additional room furniture, coordinated Carlton Inn 222 Broadway and better furnishings, extra amenities 220 Carlton Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 0R3 in washrooms, etc. Three star properties Winnipeg, MB R3C 1P5 tel: 204.942.8251 offer above average facilities and tel: 204.942.0881 toll free: 1.800.665.8088 services. toll free: 1.877.717.2885 fax: 204.956.2351 fax: 204.943.9312 ssss email: [email protected] Indicate exceptional www.carltoninn.mb.ca www.fortgarryhotel.com quality in all area of facilities and services offering superior quality Delta Winnipeg Humphry Inn & Suites N/R throughout the property in areas of ssssh 260 Main Street guestrooms, bath and common areas. 350 St. Mary Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3C 1A9 Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2 tel: 204.942.4222 sssss Indicate luxurious at tel: 204.942.0551 toll free: 1.800.486.7479 a world standard, offering outstanding toll free: 1.888.311.4990 fax: 204.480.4612 facilities, guest service and amenities. fax: 204.943.8702 www.humphryinn.com For more information on the Canada Select Rating www.deltawinnipeg.com program please contact Canada Select – Manitoba at 204.942.0671 or www.canadaselect.mb.ca.

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Memorable. Not Ordinary. Welcome to Inn at the Forks.

Boutique luxury hotel and spa in the heart of The Forks in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

Welcome to the Inn at The Forks, a luxurious hotel oasis of relaxation wonderfully located at The Forks, a National Historic site. Our hotel and spa features modern style and commitment to service in a spectacular natural setting.

Whether you are traveling to Winnipeg for business or pleasure, you will discover a world of comfortable lodging and convenient amenities. MAKE your ESCAPE.

THE SPA AT THE FORKS

75 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg MB R3C 0A2 Canada Tel: (204) 942-6555 Toll Free: 1-877-377-4100 www.visitwinnipegnow.com 87 www.innforks.com MAKE your ESCAPE DOWNTOWN WINNIPEG’S MOST SPACIOUS SUITES

At 450sq feet or more, our suites offer exceptional value Central to all major entertainment venues, dining and shopping Complete kitchens with new appliances Leather furniture, pillow top beds, 32” flat panel HDTV’s Complimentary wireless internet

Friendly knowledgeable staff - We Know Winnipeg!

www.placelouisriel.com

190 Smith Street at St. Mary Avenue, Winnipeg, MB email: [email protected] PH: 947.6961 TF: 1.800.665.0569 For a listing of the amenities that each hotel offers please see amenities chart on 84 where to stay s

...more Downtown The Marlborough Country Inn & Suites by Hotel sssh Carlson sssh Inn at the Forks ssssh 331 Smith Street 730 King Edward Street Winnipeg, MB R3B 2G9 Winnipeg, MB R3H 1B4 75 Forks Market Road tel: 204.942.6411 tel: 204.783.6900 Winnipeg, MB R3C 0A2 toll free: 1.800.667.7666 toll free: 1.800.596.2375 tel: 204.942.6555 fax: 204.947.3724 fax: 204.775.7197 toll free: 1.877.377.4100 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] fax: 204.942.6979 www.themarlborough.ca www.countryinns.com/winnipegmb email: [email protected] www.innforks.com Airport Four Points by Sheraton Hotel Winnipeg Airport Mariaggi’s Airport Motor Inn sssh Theme Suite Hotel N/R ssh 1999 Wellington Avenue 231 McDermot Avenue 1800 Ellice Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3H 1H5 Winnipeg, MB R3B 0S4 Winnipeg, MB R3H 0B7 tel: 204.775.5222 tel: 204.947.9447 tel: 204.783.7035 toll free: 1.877.355.3500 toll free: 1.866.947.9190 toll free: 1.888.247.7008 fax: 204.775.5333 fax: 204.956.4980 fax: 204.784.7972 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.airportmotorinn.ca www.fourpoints.com www.mariaggis.com Canad Inns Greenwood Inn & Suites Place Louis Riel Suite Destination Centre Winnipeg sssh Hotel ssssh Polo Park sssh 1715 Wellington Avenue 190 Smith Street 1405 St. Matthews Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3H 0G1 Winnipeg, MB R3C 1J8 Winnipeg, MB R3G 0K5 tel: 204.775.9889 tel: 204.947.6961 tel: 204.775.8791 toll free: 1.888.233.6730 toll free: 1.800.665.0569 toll free: 1.888.332.2623 fax: 204.775.4576 fax: 204.947.3029 fax: 204.783.4039 email: [email protected] www.placelouisriel.com www.canadinns.com/polopark www.greenwoodwinnipeg.com Premiere Executive Suites Clarion Hotel Hilton Suites Winnipeg N/R (Executive Long Term Accommodation) and Suites ssss ssssh tel: 204.489.2497 Airport 1445 Portage Avenue toll free: 1.877.489.2497 1800 Wellington Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3G 3P4 email: [email protected] Winnipeg, MB R3H 1B2 tel: 204.774.5110 www.premieresuites.com tel: 204.783.1700 toll free: 1.800.424.6423 fax: 204.786.6588 Radisson Hotel fax: 204.783.6858 www.winnipegairportsuites.hilton.com Winnipeg Downtown www.clarionhotelwinnipeg.com MainStay Suites ssss Comfort Inn 288 Portage Avenue Winnipeg N/R Winnipeg Airport 670 King Edward Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 0B8 sssh Winnipeg, MB R3H 0P2 tel: 204.956.0410 1770 Sargent Avenue tel: 204.594.0500 toll free: 1.800.395.7046 Winnipeg, MB R3H 0C8 toll free: 1.877.838.3280 fax: 204.947.1129 tel: 204.783.5627 fax: 204.594.0501 email: [email protected] fax: 204.783.5661 email: [email protected] www.radisson.com/winnipegca www.comfortinn.com/hotel-winnipeg- www.mainstaysuiteswinnipeg.com St. Regis Hotel ssh canada-CN237 Sandman Hotel & Suites 285 Smith Street sssh Winnipeg, MB R3C 1K9 Winnipeg Airport tel: 204.942.0171 1750 Sargent Avenue toll free: 1.800.663.7344 Winnipeg, MB R3H 0C7 fax: 204.943.3077 tel: 204.775.7263 email: [email protected] toll free: 1.800.726.3626 www.stregishotel.net fax: 204.775.7787 www.sandmanhotels.com/hotel/ manitoba/winnipegairport www.visitwinnipegnow.com 89 CLARION HOTEL AND SUITES… A DESTINATION IN ITSELF.

Winnipeg’s most exciting full service hotel. The Clarion features worldclass, spacious accommodations, ranging from business suites to family guest rooms. Our indoor water park is one of the largest in Canada, complete with 2-story waterslide, therapeutic pool, hot tubs and kiddie pool. The Clarion also features a full service day spa with exotic mineral pool, free in-room high speed internet, free parkade parking, free airport shuffle, valet services, fitness centre, lounge, full service restaurant and extended personal services.

Those looking for a romantic getaway will love our choice of twelve theme rooms with in-room Jacuzzis. Winnipeg’s largest shopping centre, Polo Park is just across the street as are many restaurants and movie theatres.

CLARION HOTEL & SUITES / URBAN OASIS MINERAL SPA 1445 Portage Ave. Winnipeg, MB Canada R3G 3P4 T. 204.774.5110 F. 204.783.6858 TOLL-FREE 1-800-4-CHOICE www.clarionhotelwinnipeg.com

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...more Airport Northeast Canadiana Thriftlodge sss Victoria Inn Winnipeg Canad Inns Destination 1400 Notre Dame Avenue N/R Centre Club Regent Winnipeg, MB R3E 3G5 1808 Wellington Avenue Casino Hotel ssss tel: 204.786.3471 Winnipeg, MB R3H 0G3 1415 Regent Avenue toll free: 1.888.702.2200 tel: 204.786.4801 Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B2 fax: 204.786.1908 toll free: 1.877.842.4667 tel: 204.667.5560 fax: 204.786.1329 toll free: 1.888.332.2623 Lincoln Motor Hotel www.vicinn.com fax: 204.667.5913 ssh Viscount Gort Hotel www.canadinns.com/clubregent 1030 McPhillips Street sssh Winnipeg, MB R2X 2K7 Canad Inns Destination tel: 204.589.7314 1670 Portage Avenue Centre Transcona fax: 204.589.8241 Winnipeg, MB R3J 0C9 sssh tel: 204.775.0451 826 Regent Avenue West South toll free: 1.800.665.1122 Winnipeg, MB R2C 3A8 fax: 204.772.2161 tel: 204.224.1681 Best Western Pembina www.viscount-gort.com toll free: 1.888.332.2623 Inn and Suites sssh 1714 Pembina Highway East fax: 204.222.3216 www.canadinns.com/transcona Winnipeg, MB R3T 2G2 Canad Inns Destination tel: 204.269.8888 Curtis Gordon Centre Windsor Park toll free: 1.877.269.8811 sssh Motor Hotel N/R fax: 204.269.8889 1011 Henderson Highway email: [email protected] 1034 Elizabeth Road Winnipeg, MB R2K 2M2 www.bestwesternpembina.com Winnipeg, MB R2J 1B3 tel: 204.334.4355 tel: 204.253.2641 fax: 204.338.4348 Canad Inns Destination toll free: 1.888.332.2623 email: [email protected] Centre Fort Garry fax: 204.254.0689 www.gordonhotels.com/curtis.htm sssh www.canadinns.com/windsorpark 1824 Pembina Highway Kildonan Winnipeg, MB R3T 2G2 Motel One East N/R N/R tel: 204.261.7450 1485 Niakwa Road, Winnipeg, MB R2J 3T3 Motor Hotel 2100 Main Street toll free: 1.888.332.2623 tel: 204.253.1935 Winnipeg, MB R2V 2C2 fax: 204.261.5433 fax: 204.254.7019 tel: 204.339.0828 www.canadinns.com/fortgarry email: [email protected] www.motelonewinnipeg.com Nor-Villa Capri Motel N/R Norwood Hotel Motor Hotel N/R 1819 Pembina Highway sssh 1763 Henderson Highway Winnipeg, MB R3T 2G6 Winnipeg, MB R2G 1P3 tel: 204.269.6990 112 Marion Street, Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1 tel: 204.338.0334 toll free: 1.800.268.6990 tel: 204.233.4475 fax: 204.339.7210 fax: 204.261.0068 toll free: 1.888.888.1878 email: [email protected] fax: 204.231.1910 Northwest www.thecaprimotel.com email: [email protected] www.norwood-hotel.com Canad Inns Destination Comfort Inn Centre Garden City Travelodge Winnipeg Winnipeg South N/R sssh 3109 Pembina Highway East sssh 2100 McPhillips Street Winnipeg, MB R3T 4R6 20 Alpine Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2V 3T9 tel: 204.269.7390 Winnipeg, MB R2M 0Y5 tel: 204.633.0024 fax: 204.261.7565 tel: 204.255.6000 toll free: 1.888.332.2623 email: [email protected] toll free: 1.877.991.4440 fax: 204.697.3377 www.comfortinn.com/hotel-winnipeg- fax: 204.253.1563 www.canadinns.com/gardencity canada-CN354 email: [email protected] www.travelodgewinnipeg.com www.visitwinnipegnow.com 91 s Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide when you book the VISITOR’S GUIDE RATE!

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Tel: 905-303-3107 ext 225 File name: 7023_TourWinn_MB_v1.pdf For a listing of the amenities that each hotel offers please see amenities chart on 84 where to stay s when you book the VISITOR’S GUIDE RATE! ...more Northwest Southeast Westwood Village Inn sssh Express by Canad Inns Dakota sssh 477 Westwood Drive Motor Hotel N/R Winnipeg, MB R3K 1G5 1792 Pembina Highway 1105 St. Mary’s Road tel: 204.837.5871 Winnipeg, MB R3T 2G2 Winnipeg, MB R2M 3T6 fax: 204.837.5871 tel: 204.269.6955 tel: 204.256.4315 email: [email protected] toll free: 1.888.332.2623 toll free: 1.888.539.8588 www.westwoodvillageinn.com fax: 204.261.4543 fax: 204.255.1851 www.canadinns.com/fgexpress email: [email protected] Bed and Breakfasts www.dakotahotel.mb.ca Four Points by Sheraton A Country Garden Bed Winnipeg South N/R West & Breakfast (Northeast) 2935 Pembina Highway 740 Pritchard Farm Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 2H5 Assiniboine Gordon sss Winnipeg, MB R2E 0B4 tel: 204.275.7711 Inn on the Park tel: 204.661.4902 toll free: 1.800.325.3535 1975 Portage Avenue email: [email protected] fax: 204.269.0364 Winnipeg, MB R3J 0J9 www.bbcanada.com/3704.html www.fourpointswinnipegsouth.com tel: 204.888.4806 fax: 204.897.9870 Algonquin Park Bed & Holiday Inn Winnipeg email: [email protected] Breakfast (Northeast) South sssh www.gordonhotels.com/assiniboine.htm 20 Wiebe’s Drive 1330 Pembina Highway Winnipeg, MB R2G 2G4 Winnipeg, MB R3T 2B4 Holiday Inn Winnipeg - tel: 204.667.4068 tel: 204.452.4747 Airport West ssss email: [email protected] Save at these toll free: 1.800.423.1337 2520 Portage Avenue www.bbcanada.com/5908.html fax: 204.284.2751 Winnipeg, MB R3J 3T6 ® Holiday Inn hotels. A great stay is never far away in Manitoba. email: [email protected] tel: 204.885.4478 Banner Bed and www.winnipeg-south.holiday-inn.com toll free: 1.877.660.8550 Breakfast (Southwest) MANITOBA fax: 204.831.5734 164 Harrow Street Holiday Inn Montcalm Hotel N/R www.holidayinn.com/winnipeg-arpt Winnipeg, MB R3M 2Z2 Winnipeg-Airport West 2280 Pembina Highway tel: 204.256.8721 2520 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3T 2H3 Howard Johnson email: [email protected] Winnipeg, Manitoba R3J 3T6 tel: 204.269.1406 Express Inn ssh www.bedandbreakfast.mb.ca 3740 Portage Avenue Quality Inn & Suites Winnipeg, MB R3K 0Z9 BB Waterloo Winnipeg sssh tel: 204.837.5831 (Southwest) 635 Pembina Highway fax: 204.831.6137 668 Waterloo Street Winnipeg, MB R3M 2L4 email: [email protected] Winnipeg, MB R3N 0T4 tel: 204.453.8247 www.howardjohnsonwinnipeg.com tel: 204.489.3923 BOOK NOW and SAVE UP TO 20%* toll free: 1.800.228.5151 email: [email protected] Kirkfield and put some money back in your pocket. fax: 204.287.2365 www.bbcanada.com/waterloo Holiday Inn email: [email protected] Motor Hotel N/R Beechmount Bed and Winnipeg-South www.qualityhotelwinnipeg.com 3317 Portage Avenue 1330 Pembina Highway www.ihg.com/prov | 1-877-816-1742 Winnipeg, MB R3K 0W8 Breakfast (Downtown) Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2B4 Queen Bee Hotel sssh tel: 204.837.1314 134 West Gate, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2E1 Ask for the Visitor’s Guide Rate. 2615 Pembina Highway fax: 204.837.3732 tel: 204.775.1144 Winnipeg, MB R3T 2H5 toll free: 1.866.797.0905 tel: 204.269.4666 Motel One West N/R fax: 204.772.6688 toll free: 1.866.431.4666 3760 Portage Avenue email: [email protected] Priority Club® Rewards. Join Today. It’s FREE! www.beechmount.ca The world’s fi rst and largest hotel loyalty program, Priority Club Rewards offers members fax: 204.269.8109 Winnipeg, MB R3K 1A1 more ways to earn and redeem points than any other hotel loyalty program. Our 52 million email: [email protected] tel: 204.831.9800 members have unparalleled levels of freedom and choice – including our industry leading Bob and Margaret’s Any Hotel, Anywhere program and the ability to get rewards faster with points & cash. www.queenbeehotel.com toll free: 1.888.897.1276 Visit www.priorityclub.com for full details. fax: 204.897.4263 Place (Southwest) 950 Palmerston Avenue *20% Discount is limited. Discounts at most parti cipati ng hotels are less than 15%. Some restricti ons Apply. At parti cipati ng hotels only. Must book the Visitor’s Guide Rate. Visitor’s Guide Rate reservati ons must be made and booked at least 14 days in advance of arrival. Visitor’s Guide Rate is limited and subject to availability. Discount off ered refl ects range of discounts Winnipeg, MB R3G 1J9 off Best Flexible Rate available at IHG hotels overall as of July 31, 2009 as provided to IHG by parti cipati ng hotels. Specifi c details may not be available at all hotels. Rooms are limited and subject to prior sale. Visitor’s Guide Rates are not available with room rates negoti ated for groups of 10 or more, travel industry rates, or employee rates. Program terms and parti cipati ng tel: 204.774.0767 hotels subject to change without noti ce. For complete Priority Club® Rewards terms & conditi ons visit PriorityClub.com or call 1-888-211-9874. ©2010 InterConti nental Hotels Group. All rights reserved. Most hotels are independently owned and/or operated. email: [email protected] www.bedandbreakfast.mb.ca www.visitwinnipegnow.com 93

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... more Bed & Breakfasts Terry’s Bed and The University of Winnipeg Breakfast (South) Summer Hostel (Downtown) Bright Oakes (South) 130 Southwalk Bay, Winnipeg, MB R2N 1M7 Available May 1 – Aug 15 137 Woodlawn Avenue tel: 204.253.8723 Office of Housing and Student Life, Winnipeg, MB R2M 2P5 email: [email protected] The Basement MacNamara South tel: 204.256.9789 www.bbcanada.com/terrysbb 515 Portage Avenue fax: 204.256.9789 Winnipeg, MB R3B 2E9 email: [email protected] The Columns Bed & tel: 204.786.9139 www.bbcanada.com/664.html Breakfast (Downtown) fax: 204.774.5519 5 East Gate, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2C2 Eleven Linacre Road Bed email: [email protected] tel: 204.510.4803 and Breakfast (South) http://uwincampuslife.wordpress.com/ toll free: 1.877.772.1626 prospective-residents/hostel 11 Linacre Road, Winnipeg, MB R3T 3G5 fax: 204.772.1632 tel: 204.269.4639 email: [email protected] Campgrounds email: [email protected] www.thecolumns.ca www.bedandbreakfast.mb.ca Arrowhead RV Park West Gate Manor Bed & Ellie’s Bed & Breakfast (Just Outside Winnipeg) Breakfast (Downtown) 1375 A Major Trail, 10 minutes south of (Downtown) 71 West Gate, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2C9 Winnipeg on Highway 59 77 Middle Gate, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2C5 tel: 204.772.9788 Ile-des-Chenes, MB R0A 0T0 tel: 204.772.5832 fax: 204.772.9782 tel: 204.878.4203 toll free: 1.877.653.1462 email: [email protected] toll free: 1.888.878.4203 fax: 204.783.1462 www.westgatemanor.ca email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.arrowheadrvpark.ca Galbraith House Bed & Hostels Travellers RV Resort Inc. Breakfast (Southwest) Guest House International (South) 299 Yale Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3M 0L4 (Downtown) Box 1 Grp. 612 SS6 tel: 204.488.4513 168 Maryland Street Winnipeg, MB R2C 2Z3 email: [email protected] Winnipeg, MB R3G 1L3 tel: 204.256.2186 www.bedandbreakfast.mb.ca tel: 204.772.1272 toll free: 1.888.615.1995 Gîte de la cathédrale toll free: 1.800.743.4423 fax: 204.253.9313 email: [email protected] Bed & Breakfast (East) email: [email protected] www.backpackerswinnipeg.com 581 rue Langevin, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2W2 www.travellersresort.com tel: 204.233.7792 Hi-Winnipeg Downtowner Hi-Winnipeg (Downtown) Downtowner Oakdale Bed & Breakfast Hostel 330 Kennedy Street (West) N/R Winnipeg, MB R3B 2M6 15 Oakdale Drive, Winnipeg, MB R3R 0Z3 tel: 204.943.5581 tel: 204.896.1354 toll free: 1.866.762.4122 toll free: 1.866.896.1354 fax: 204.947.3041 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] www.bedandbreakfast.mb.ca www.hihostels.ca/Manitoba Relax and unwind Relax and enjoy your stay in one of our well-appointed spacious guestrooms. You have the option of choosing one queen bed, two queens or one king size bed. All guestrooms feature wireless high speed internet access.

1330 Pembina Highway, Winnipeg, Manitoba • Reservations: 1.800.423.1337 / 204.452.4747

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1. The Forks 1 2. Downtown Winnipeg 3. Exchange District 4. Keith and Renee perform during Out to Lunch Concert 5. Broadway Avenue 6. The Johnston Terminal at The Forks

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The Forks | Exchange District | Downtown Winnipeg Please see the full detailed Downtown map on the pullout. The Forks Downtown Winnipeg The Forks National Historic Site offers a green urban oasis in the Downtown Winnipeg is home to diversity, with heritage buildings heart of Winnipeg. As a historic meeting place, located at the junction neighbouring exciting new developments and urban shopping of the Assiniboine and mighty Red River, The Forks is complete with malls and casual dining establishments accentuated by a lively skateboarding park, river walk, shops and green space. Winter, entertainment scene. While here, be sure to take in a night of spring, summer or fall, The Forks is a must for a stunning array of entertainment at the MTS Centre, grab a bite to eat on the rooftop dining experiences, incomparable shopping, a constantly changing patio at Tavern United, catch a play at Prairie Theatre Exchange or slate of entertainment and events, and many unique attractions that go on a 3D journey at the IMAX theatre. encompass the site’s natural, historic and man-made features. Points of Interest Points of Interest • Uncover trails of hidden hieroglyphics and Masonic symbols • Avoid cabin fever during the winter months by taking advantage hidden in plain sight at Manitoba Legislative Building. of the many outdoor activities offered at The Forks. From the • Built in 1896, St Mary’s Cathedral is a designated City of Winnipeg artificially cooled skating rink located under the canopy at The Historical Building and a must see for any architectural aficionado. Forks Market Plaza, to the Arctic Glacier Winter Park featuring a toboggan chute, snowboard fun park and ice obstacle course to the world’s longest naturally frozen skating trail also used for walking, curling, hockey, and sledding.

Exchange District The Exchange District National Historic Site is one of North America’s most colourful and cosmopolitan neighbourhoods. The 30-block district showcases North America’s most extensive collection of turn- of-the-last-century architecture, and is home to the city’s unrivalled arts community. In addition, The Exchange District is a must-stop for anyone looking for one-of-a-kind items by local designers, antiques and vintage furniture. Points of Interest • Exchange District Walking tours are the perfect way to learn about the area and its history. Each summer, knowledgeable and dynamic guides walk you through the streets of the Exchange while relaying tales of the districts storied past. • Banker’s Row. At one time there were twenty bank buildings lining Main Street between City Hall and Portage Avenue – a testament to Winnipeg in its heyday. Today nine of the original buildings 5 remain including the Union Bank, Canadian Bank of Commerce and Bank of . 4 3

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Corydon Avenue | Osborne Village | Osborne Street South Corydon Avenue Points of Interest Corydon Avenue is the spot to be during summer evenings as crowds • The Osborne Street Festival happens each year on the Canada of people gather to meet, dine al fresco and savour some of the best Day long weekend. The festivities include street performers, live food and gelati in the city. Once known as Winnipeg’s “Little Italy”, music acts, beer gardens and a massive sidewalk sale featuring Corydon Avenue now features a wide array of cuisine from regional wares from area retailers. fare to Japanese to Indian and of course, classic Italian. Whether • Osborne Village is a neighbourhood on the cutting-edge and was stopping for a quick espresso or out for a night on the town, Corydon home to Winnipeg’s first kitchen stores, first outdoor patio and Avenue is sure to delight all of your senses. first artists’ collective gallery. Points of Interest • Satisfy your sweet tooth at the long-time Corydon Avenue hot Osborne Street South spot, Nucci’s Gelati. This family run business offers creamy gelati Osborne Street South is the vibrant heart of Riverview/Lord Roberts made with the freshest ingredients in delicious flavours like neighbourhood. The retail strip follows the old River Park streetcar passionfruit and pistachio. line and boasts a number of unique stores from a decadent cake • Earl Grey School, one of Winnipeg’s grand old schools, is named shop to a rare book store and vintage boutique. While in the for the Governor General of Canada from 1904 to 1911 who initiated neighbourhood, be sure to stop by one of the areas restaurants the Grey Cup in 1909. including Bistro 7 1/4, Luxalune Gastropub and Champa Bistro. Points of Interest Osborne Village • Looking for a unique Winnipeg shopping experience? Check out Boho and artsy meet kitsch and cool in the creative community of Mozy Rue Collective – a store featuring clothing and crafts by Osborne Village. Early 1900s architecture stands alongside modern local designers. high-rises in Winnipeg’s most densely populated neighbourhood, • The recently restored Park Theatre and Movie Café is a great housing a mix of young and old, hip and urban. “The Village” is place to catch an indie band, classic flick or quick bite to eat. home to an incredible variety of shops and unique restaurants. Here you’ll find everything from specialty cookware, unique jewellery and clothing by local designers to restaurants serving up regional cuisine and ethnic delights.

Map Index

Entertainment Venues Map # Re staurants Map #

Gas Station Arts Centre 1 Carlos & Murphys 9

Park Theatre 2 Civita 10

Galleries Falafel Place 11

Gallery Lacosse 1 Fresh Café 12

Re staurants Fude 13

529 Wellington 1 Meiji Sushi 14

Baked Expectations 2 Mise Bistro 15

Bangkok Thai 3 Mona Lisa 16

Billabong Bar & Bistro 4 Niko’s 17

Bistro 7 1/4 5 Orlando’s Seafood Grill 18

Bonfire Bistro 6 Segovia Tapas Bar & Restaurant 19

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St. Boniface | Winnipeg’s French Quarter Pass over the spectacular Esplanade Riel Pedestrian Bridge and Points of Interest you’ll find yourself in St. Boniface, home to the one of the largest • The St. Boniface Museum is the oldest oak log structure in North francophone communities west of the Great Lakes and birthplace America and Winnipeg’s oldest building. The Museum depicts of Louis Riel, the Métis leader who founded Manitoba. St. Boniface the lives of the French and Métis people and houses the largest is truly reflective of its French heritage. Here you can stroll along collection of Louis Riel artifacts in the country. le boulevard Provencher while stepping into boutiques and quaint • Built in 1908, the St. Boniface Cathedral burnt down in 1968 – cafes along the way. except for its remarkable façade. Renowned Franco-Manitoban architect, Etienne Gaboury, built the new church on the same site, inside the remains of the old.

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Airport | West End West End formal garden are a few of the features found in the Park. Picnic Winnipeg’s West End is alive with the rhythm of many nations and areas and cycling and walking trails are popular with visitors. In cultures. This ethnically rich neighbourhood is home to a culinary winter, enjoy cross-country skiing, tobogganing and skating on cornucopia of food from countries around the world, specialty the Duck Pond. grocery stores and live performance venues as well as Winnipeg’s • Polo Park is located a short eight minute drive west of downtown largest shopping complex, Polo Park Shopping Centre and Canad Winnipeg on Portage Avenue; a ten minute drive from the Inns Stadium – home to the ’s Winnipeg Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. The Blue Bombers. province’s largest shopping centre, Polo Park boasts 200 of the Points of Interest finest shops and services including several which are not available • Located in an 80-year-old church, the newly renovated West End anywhere else in the city. Flooded with natural sunlight, the Cultural Centre is a great place to catch a live band and one of the expansive walkways are complemented by comfortable seating greenest live performance venues in Canada. areas and a spacious 14-outlet Food Gallery with two adjoining restaurants. The centre offers two additional restaurants, two • Explore over 398 acres along the Assiniboine River at Assiniboine home fashion stores and a SilverCity Cinema on the perimeter of Park. The Zoo, Conservatory, English Garden, Leo Mol Sculpture the 5,600 vehicle parking lot. Garden, Tudor-style pavilion, and a fine example of a French

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There’s so much to see and do in Winnipeg. Can’t decide? We’ve come up with a few itineraries to make your visit planning an easy one. Also, be sure to go to visitwinnipeg.com for up to date information and listings on all things to do in Winnipeg.

Dreams & Diversity (Arts & Culture Sample Itinerary)

Day 1 Tales of the bravery and sheer tenacity of European immigrants to Manitoba unfold in the Grasslands Gallery at The Manitoba Museum that showcases Winnipeg’s multiculturalism. Then experience the “joie de vivre” or joy of life of the voyageurs at Fort Gibraltar, Theatre in the Cemetery, Riel House and Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site. In the evening, enjoy award-winning dramas, comedies, musicals and classics in the intimate setting of Manitoba Theatre Centre. Be moved by the poignant tragedies of the Manitoba Opera or choose a pops concert featuring Broadway show tunes and popular orchestral pieces, masterworks or the classics performed by the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra for a wonderful evening of music.

Day 2 Start the day at Assiniboine Park’s Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, which offers a quiet retreat in a natural setting for viewers to contemplate the magnificent works of Dr. Leo Mol, an internationally acclaimed master sculptor. Then explore the visual language of artists and examine the influences of art in society at theWinnipeg Art Gallery, home of the Jazz on the Rooftop concert series. And if your timing is right, you can see captivating performances of the world-acclaimed Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet, whose productions include Dracula, Nutcracker, Wonderland and Moulin Rouge. Learn about the precise art of dance and take a peek at the wardrobe and shoe department, just part of the behind-the-scenes tour offered by Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet School. During the first two weeks of August you are invited to take in the sights and sounds of Folklorama, the largest and longest running multicultural event of its kind in the world. More than 40+ pavilions representing the various cultures that make up Manitoba’s mosaic, open their doors each evening to showcase ethno-cultural entertainment, food and drink along with fascinating displays that depict lifestyles prior to emigration.

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Eat, Drink & Be Merry (Culinary Sample Itinerary)

Day 1 Archaeologists believe the land at the intersection of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers was a gathering place for Indigenous people 6,000 years ago. Today The Forks, as it is known, is a bustling centre of dining, entertainment and shopping. The Forks Market is a food emporium with a mix of ethnic restaurants and made-in-Manitoba food items. The aroma of cinnamon buns leads you to Tall Grass Prairie Bakery, where you can bake your own loaf of bread and enjoy the samples. Or try your hand at regional cooking with the Chef of The Current Restaurant at the Inn at the Forks. Winnipeg is known to many visitors as “restaurant central”. We encourage you travel our “taste trail” where our talented and creative community of world-class chefs use local ingredients and exotic fare at independent restaurants like The Peasant Cookery, Bistro 7 1/4, Fusion Grill, Mise, Pizzeria Gusto, The Current, Segovia Tapas Restaurant and so many more. Develop your culinary skills under the expert guidance of the instructors at De Luca’s Cooking Studio as they demonstrate a variety of authentic Italian dishes. The Manitoba Japanese Cultural Centre offers tips on sushi rolling and the art of presentation. Chocolate lovers should make the pilgrimage to Chocolatier Constance Popp where they produce fresh premium artisan chocolate in Winnipeg. Using Manitoba-produced ingredients and exotic single-origin chocolate, these chocolates are made by a business that is socially and environmentally responsible. With it’s avant-garde chocolates and boxes, expect a unique chocolate experience. Winnipeg’s ethnic food restaurants not only serve the best of their cultural cuisine, but feature international dishes influenced by Manitoba’s regional cuisine flavours. Try one-of-a-kind dining spots such as Alycia’s traditional Ukrainian fare, Homer’s for Greek souvlaki, and the Ivory Restaurant for a “Bollywood” extravaganza. Corydon Avenue, also known as “Little Italy”, is noted for its popular patio restaurants, gelaterias and bars. Over the past decade, the area has changed from predominately Italian cuisine to include tastes from around the world. Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the sights and sounds as you stroll the avenue.

Day 2 For a glimpse into Winnipeg’s past, head to The Exchange District National Historic Site, a 30-block neighbourhood comprised of stunning architecture, where a large portion of the city’s vibrant arts and culture scene can be found along with bustling restaurants and trendy boutiques. Food offerings range from tender racks of lamb at the stately British club setting of Bailey’s and artfully-arranged sushi at Blü fish to South American-style steaks at Hermano’s Restaurant and Wine Bar and mouth- watering desserts at artsy coffee houses. Travel the world with Banville & Jones’ international wine and food pairing evenings. Located in the neighbourhood of St. Vital, Banville and Jones is a Tuscan-inspired wine store with more than 3,000 bottles of wine, gifts and gourmet items from around the world. Wine taste on the terrace, sample some of the favourite wines with a selection of Manitoba-produced new Bothwell cheeses in the Tuscan Room, or partake in the cooking and wine-tasting classes featuring some of Winnipeg’s finest Chefs. Osborne Village is a densely populated enclave boasting an eclectic and electric dining, shopping and nightlife scene. Stop at Carlos & Murphy’s cozy cantina, Fude for upscale, casual dining, Baked Expectations for decadent desserts, Meiji for sushi and Toad in the Hole for British pub fare. And watch for the products of the Half Pints Brewery Company that offers its locally brewed British-style amber ale, India pale ale and hearty stout through many of Winnipeg’s bars and restaurants. For more on Winnipeg’s culinary scene – see the Where to Eat Section of this Guide on page 73.

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Native Legends and Folklore (First Nations/Métis Sample itinerary)

Day 1 Discover Winnipeg, where First Peoples gathered and traded more than 6,000 years ago. The Oodena Celebration Circle (an Ojibwa word meaning “heart of the city”) invokes the spirit that has drawn people to The Forks, a place that was named because it is located where the Assiniboine and Red Rivers meet. After seeing a Parks Canada entertaining theatrical play that walks you through 6,000 years of history at The Forks, cross the river to Winnipeg’s French Quarter, St. Boniface, and capture the voyageur spirit of “joie de vivre” or “love of life”. The St. Boniface Museum, Riel House, Fort Gibraltar and Theatre in the Cemetery pay tribute to the fur trade era and legendary Louis Riel, a Métis leader considered by many to be the “Founder” of Manitoba.

Day 2 Hear the call of the loon as you admire artist Daphni Odjig’s “Creation of Man” mural when you enter the Boreal Forest Gallery at The Manitoba Museum. Then travel upstream to trade furs for goods at the encampment at Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site and while visiting Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre you will learn the history of the tipi and how it connects people to the land. Or go west to FortWhyte Alive and throw an atlatl, precursor to the bowshot arrow and enjoy bannock served at the Buffalo Stone Café. Arrange a viewing of the IMAX Theatre film “Heartland” so that you can listen to the elk walk through the forest as the First Nations people settle in for the night.

Day 3 Browse through a number of local art galleries that carry the works of Aboriginal artists including the Wah-sa Gallery and see one of the world’s largest collections of modern Inuit art at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. In early August plan to join in the festivities by dancing and playing the spoons at Folklorama’s Métis Pavilion or sample traditional native foods at Folklorama’s First Nations Pavilion.

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4Play Sports Bar...... 42 Cinema City...... 43 Fun Mountain Water Slide Park...... 26 529 Wellington...... 78 Cinematheque...... 23, 43 Fusion Grill...... 80 A The Circle of Life Thunderbird House...... 46 G A Country Garden Bed & Breakfast...... 93 City Hall...... 46 Galbraith House Bed & Breakfast...... 94 Aboriginal Day Live 2011...... 18 cityplace...... 61 Gallery Lacosse...... 29 Academy Road...... 62 Clarion Hotel and Suites...... 89, 90 Garden City Shopping Centre...... 61, 62 Affinity Vegetarian Garden...... 74 Civita...... 79 Gas Station Arts Centre...... 24 Air Force Heritage Museum and Air Park...... 34 Club...... 200 43 Gasthaus Gutenberger...... 82 Airport Motor Inn...... 89 Club 3D...... 42 Geocaching and GPS Adventures...... 69 Alfie’s Restaurant & Billiards...... 42 Club Regent Casino...... 7, 32, 43 Gios...... 43 Algonquin Park Bed & Breakfast...... 93 Collège Universitaire de Saint-Boniface...... 46 Gîte de la cathédrale Bed & Breakfast...... 94 Alive...... 42 The Columns Bed & Breakfast...... 94 Globe Cinema...... 43 Alycia’s...... 82 Comfort Inn Winnipeg Airport...... 89 The Golf Dome...... 64 Amici...... 74 Comfort Inn Winnipeg South...... 91 Graffiti Gallery...... 29 Area Nightclub...... 42 Corydon Avenue...... 62 Grand Beach Provincial Park...... 54 Arrowhead RV Park...... 94 Country Corral...... 42 Grand Prix Amusements...... 26 Assiniboine Credit Union River Trail...... 15 Country Inn & Suites By Carlson...... 89 Grant Park Shopping Centre...... 61 Assiniboia Downs...... 32 Cowboys...... 42 Grant’s Old Mill...... 34 Assiniboine Forest...... 52 Curtis Gordon Motor Hotel...... 91 Greenwood Inn & Suites Winnipeg...... 89 Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park...... 93 D Guest House International...... 94 Assiniboine Park...... 52 Dakota Motor Hotel...... 93 H Assiniboine Park Conservatory...... 53 Decoding the Ancient Egyptian and Harbour View Recreation Complex...... 64 Assiniboine Park Zoo...... 53 Masonic Mysteries of the Heartland Travel - B Manitoba Legislative Building...... 69 Haunted Winnipeg Bus Tours...... 69 BB Waterloo...... 93 Delta Winnipeg...... 86 Hermano’s Restaurant and Wine Bar...... 75 Bailey’s...... 74 Dim Sum Garden...... 75 Hi-Winnipeg Downtowner...... 94 Baked Expectations...... 78 Don Pedro’s Authentic Mexican Grill...... 75 Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport...... 89, 90 Bangkok Thai...... 78 Doors Open Winnipeg...... 17 Holiday Inn Winnipeg – Airport West...... 92, 93 Banner Bed and Breakfast...... 93 Dylan O’Connors Irish Pub and Restaurant...... 44 Holiday Inn Winnipeg South...... 92, 93, 94 Bar Italia...... 43 E Homer’s...... 75 Beaujena’s...... 78 East India Company Pub & Eatery...... 75 Howard Johnson Express Inn...... 93 Beechmount Bed and Breakfast...... 93 Eat! Bistro...... 75 Hu’s on First Asian Bistro...... 75 Bella Vista...... 43 Elephant & Castle...... 44 Humphry Inn & Suites...... 86 Bellisimo...... 82 Eleven Linacre Road Bed and Breakfast...... 94 Hy’s Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar...... 75 Best Western Charterhouse Hotel Ellie’s Bed & Breakfast...... 94 I Downtown Winnipeg...... 86 Esplanade Riel Pedestrian Bridge...... 46 Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar...... 75 Best Western Pembina Inn and Suites...... 91 Exchange District...... 6, 62 IMAX Theatre Winnipeg...... 24, 43 Billabong Bar & Bistro...... 78 Exchange District National Historic Site...... 47 InFerno’s Bistro...... 78 Birds Hill Provincial Park...... 54 Exchange District Walking Tours...... 69 India Palace...... 81 Bishop Velychkovsky Martyr’s Shrine...... 34 Explore Manitoba Centre...... 47 Inn at the Forks...... 87, 89 Bistro 7 1/4...... 79 Express by Canad Inns...... 93 Ivan Franko Museum...... 35 Black Hole Theatre Company...... 57 F Ivory...... 76 Blaze Bistro and Lounge...... 74 Fairmont Winnipeg...... 86 J Blü Fish...... 74 Falafel Place...... 79 Johnston Terminal...... 48 Bob and Margaret’s Place...... 93 Famous Players...... 43 K Bombolini Wine Bar...... 74 Fame...... 43 Kelekis...... 82 Bonfire Bistro...... 79 Le Festival du Voyageur...... 16, 17 Kildonan Motor Hotel...... 91 Black Hole Theatre Company...... 57 Festival Park...... 47 Kildonan Park...... 54 Bright Oakes...... 94 Finn’s Pub at the Forks...... 44 Kildonan Place Shopping Centre...... 61 Burton Cummings Theatre...... 23, 43 Fire Fighters Museum of Winnipeg...... 34 King’s Head Pub...... 44, 76 C Flea Whiskey’s...... 42 King’s Park...... 54 Café Carlo...... 79 Folk Exchange...... 43 Kirkfield Motor Hotel...... 93 Café La Scala...... 79 Folklorama...... 19 Kum Koon Garden...... 76 Canad Inns Destination Centre The Forks Market...... 47 Club Regent Casino Hotel...... 91 The Forks Market Plaza...... 48 L Canad Inns Destination Centre Fort Garry...... 91 The Forks National Historic La Barrière Park...... 55 Canad Inns Destination Centre Garden City.....91 Site of Canada...... 6, 26, 47 Le Garage Café...... 43 Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park...... 89 The Forks National Historic Leo Mol Sculpture Garden...... 53 Canad Inns Destination Centre Transcona...... 91 Site of Canada Interactive Tours...... 69 Limelight Tavern...... 43 Canad Inns Destination Centre Windsor Park... 91 Fort Garry Hotel, Spa & Lincoln Motor Hotel...... 91 Canad Inns Winter Wonderland...... 21 Conference Centre...... 75, 86 Little Mountain Park...... 55 Canada Day Celebrations...... 18 Fort Gibraltar...... 48 Little Opera Company...... 57 Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet...... 6, 57 Fort la Reine Museum, Pioneer Village ...... 35 Canadianna Thriftlodge...... 91 and Tourist Bureau...... 34 Lobby on York...... 76 Capri Motel...... 91 FortWhyte Alive...... 7, 53, 54 Louis Riel’s Tomb...... 35 Carlos and Murphy’s...... 79 Four Points by Sheraton Hotel Lower Fort Garry National Carlton Inn...... 86 Winnipeg Airport...... 89 Historic Site of Canada...... 35 Carol Shields Memorial Labyrinth...... 46 Four Points by Sheraton Winnipeg South...... 93 Lyric Theatre...... 53 Cavern...... 44 Fox & Hounds Tavern...... 44 M Celebrations Dinner Theatre...... 57 Freeze Frame International Film Festival MainStay Suites...... 89 Centennial Concert Hall...... 23 For Kids of All Ages...... 17 Maison Gabrielle–Roy...... 35 Centre culturel franco-manitobain (CCFM)...... 23 Fresh Café...... 79 Manito Ahbee Festival...... 21 Le Cercle Molière...... 57 Fude...... 79 Manitoba Chamber Orchestra...... 57 www.visitwinnipegnow.com 107 Winnipeg 2011 Visitors Guide | index

Manitoba Children’s Museum...... 26 Provence Bistro...... 81, 82 The Velvet Glove...... 77 Manitoba Crafts Museum & Library...... 35 Pyramid Cabaret...... 44 The Zoo...... 44 Manitoba Electrical Museum & Q Theatre in the Cemetery...... 58 Education Centre...... 35, 36 Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders Theatre Projects Manitoba...... 59 Manitoba Historical Society of Canada Museum...... 38 Thin Air, Winnipeg International Dalnavert Museum...... 36 Quality Inn & Suites Winnipeg...... 93 Writers Festival...... 19 Manitoba Legislative Building...... 7, 48 Queen Bee Hotel...... 93 Thunder Rapids Amusement Park...... 27 Manitoba Moose...... 64 Times Changes High & Lonesome Club...... 42 R The Manitoba Museum...... 6, 36 Tinkertown Family Fun Park...... 27 Radisson Hotel Winnipeg Downtown...... 89 Manitoba Opera...... 58 Tijuana Yacht Club...... 43 Rae & Jerry’s...... 81 Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame & Museum...... 37 Towne 8...... 43 Rainbow Stage...... 58 Manitoba Theatre Centre...... 58 Tournees Marche-Donc St. Boniface Tours...... 71 Red Cactus Bar...... 44 Manitoba Theatre for Young People...... 26 Transcona Historical Museum...... 39 Red River Co-op Speedway...... 65 Maple Grove Tea Room at Kennedy House...... 37 Travellers R-V Resort Inc...... 94 Red River Exhibition...... 18 Mariaggi’s Theme Suite Hotel...... 89 Travelodge Winnipeg East...... 91 Regal Beagle Pub...... 44 Mayberry Fine Art...... 29 Tre Visi...... 77 Republic Nightclub...... 42 McPhillips Station Casino...... 7, 32, 44 Triple B’s Billiards...... 42 Restaurant Dubrovnik...... 76 Meiji Sushi...... 80 Resto Gare...... 78 U Mennonite Heritage Village...... 37 Riel House National Historic Site...... 38 U-Puttz Black Light Miniature Golf...... 27 Millennium Library...... 49 Rock Bar...... 44 Ukrainian Museum of Canada...... 40 Mirrors Pub-Club...... 44 Routes on the Red...... 70 University of Manitoba (Bisons)...... 66 Mise Bistro...... 80 Ross House Museum...... 38 University of Manitoba...... 50 Miss Q’s Billiards...... 42 Royal Albert Arms...... 44 University of Winnipeg...... 50 Mona Lisa...... 80 Royal Canadian Mint...... 50 University of Winnipeg Summer Hostel...... 94 Montcalm Hotel...... 93 Royal George Hotel...... 44 University of Winnipeg Wesmen...... 66 Motel One East...... 91 Royal Winnipeg Rifles Regimental Museum..... 38 Upper Fort Garry Gate...... 40 Motel One West...... 93 Rumor’s Comedy Club...... 42 Urban Shaman Contemporary Aboriginal Art.. 29 M.S. River Rouge...... 69 V MTC Master Playwright Festival...... 15 S Victoria Inn Winnipeg...... 91 MTS Centre...... 24, 44 St. Andrews Rectory National Historic Site..... 39 Virtuosi Concerts...... 59 Muddy Waters Smokehouse...... 76 St. Boniface...... 7 Viscount Gort Hotel...... 91 Muddy Water Tours...... 70 St. Boniface Cathedral-Basilica...... 39 Le Musée de Saint-Boniface / St. James Assiniboia Museum...... 39 W St. Boniface Museum...... 38 St. John’s Cathedral and Cemetery...... 39 Wah-sa Gallery...... 30 Museum Galleries...... 36 St. Regis Hotel...... 89 Wasabi – Broadway...... 77 Mystique...... 42 St. Vital Centre...... 61 The Wall Through Time...... 48 St. Vital Park...... 55 West End BIZ Mural Walking Tours...... 71 N Sal’s on the Bridge...... 76 West End Cultural Centre...... 24, 44 Niko’s...... 80 Saison Voyageur...... 15, 20 West Gate Manor Bed & Breakfast...... 94 Nor-Villa Motor Hotel...... 91 Sandman Hotel & Suites Winnipeg Airport...... 89 Western Canada Aviation Museum...... 7, 40 North Point Douglas Walking Sarasvati Productions Femfest 2011...... 19 Westwood Village Inn...... 93 Through History Tour...... 70 Science Gallery...... 37 Whiskey Dix...... 42 Norwood Hotel...... 91 Segovia Tapas Bar and Restaurant...... 80 Windsor Hotel...... 42 O Seven Oaks House Museum...... 39 Winnie the Bear Statue...... 54 Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre....7, 55 Shanghai...... 77 Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival...... 21 Oakdale Bed & Breakfast...... 94 Shannon’s Irish Pub...... 44 Winnipeg Art Gallery...... 6, 30, 40 Old St. Boniface Walking Tours...... 70 Silver Spike Saloon...... 42 Winnipeg Beach...... 55 One Night in Bangkok...... 76 Silver City...... 43 Winnipeg Blue Bombers...... 66 Oodena Celebration Circle...... 48 Silverado’s...... 42 Winnipeg Chinese Cultural Orlando’s Seafood Grill...... 80 Skateboard Plaza at the Forks...... 48 and Community Centre...... 50 Osborne Village...... 62 Southwinds Bar and Grill...... 82 Winnipeg City Tour...... 71 Oseredok-Ukrainian Cultural and Speedworld Indoor Kart Track...... 65 Winnipeg Comedy Festival...... 17 Educational Centre...... 38 Splash Dash River Tours, Charters Winnipeg Convention Centre...... 24 P and The River Spirit Water Bus...... 71 Winnipeg Folk Festival...... 18 Paddlewheel River Boats Ltd...... 70 Springhill Winter Sports Park...... 65 Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival...... 19 Palomino Club...... 42 Star Grill...... 81 Winnipeg Goldeyes...... 66 Pantages Playhouse Theatre...... 24 Stella’s...... 77 Winnipeg International Children’s Festival...... 17 Paradise...... 81 Step N’ Out...... 78 Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra...... 59 The Pavilion Gallery Museum...... 54 Stereo Nightclub...... 42 Winnipeg Jewish Theatre...... 59 Peasant Cookery...... 76 Storm Restaurant...... 77 Winnipeg Police Museum...... 40 Pineridge Hollow...... 49 Sukhothai...... 81 Winnipeg Railway Museum...... 40 Pizzeria Gusto...... 81 Sydney’s at the Forks...... 77 Winnipeg Santa Parade...... 21 Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel...... 88, 89 T Winnipeg Square...... 61 Planetarium...... 37 TD Winnipeg International Jazz Festival...... 18 Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO)...... 59 Platform: Centre for Photographic Team Canada Volleyball...... 66 Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra and Digital Arts...... 29 Teddy Bears’ Picnic...... 17 Indigenous Festival...... 21 Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art...... 29, 30 Terrace Fifty-Five...... 81 Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Polo Park Shopping Centre...... 61 Terry’s Bed and Breakfast...... 94 New Music Festival...... 15 Portage Place Shopping Centre...... 61 The Big “A”...... 44 Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers (WCD)...... 59 Prairie Dog Central Railway...... 49 The Current...... 77 Woodlands Gallery...... 30 Prairie Theatre Exchange (PTE)...... 58 The Marion...... 44 X Premiere Executive Suites...... 89 The Marlborough Hotel...... 89 X-Cues Billiards...... 42 Pride Winnipeg Festival...... 17 The Oak...... 44 Promenade Taché / Grey Nuns Walkway...... 38 108 www.visitwinnipegnow.com Visiting Winnipeg? Come to Assiniboine Park!

Assiniboine PArk is A four seAson wonderlAnd with countless Activities hAPPening yeAr-round!

Whether it’s summer or winter, there’s always something great happening at Assiniboine Park! In the summer, go for a beautiful bike ride, take a walk, catch a show at the Lyric Theatre or simply bask in the sun! In the winter, take a skate on the Duck Pond or a ride down the Toboggan Run! And if you’re looking for some year-round activities, be sure to check out the Zoo with its award-winning exhibits, or take that special someone out for a fantastic meal at one of our incredible restaurants!

To see what else Assiniboine Park has in store, visit assiniboinepark.ca or assiniboineparkzoo.ca or call 204.927.6000 you can tour history gone by… or experience it in the making. Vous pouvez revisiter l’histoire... ou la vivre pendant qu’elle se crée.

summer | ÉtÉ 2011 Take a free guided perimeter tour of this Faites une visite guidée gratuite du périmètre groundbreaking construction site. de ce chantier de construction sans précédent. [email protected] [email protected] www.humanrightsmuseum.ca www.museepourlesdroitsdelapersonne.ca

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