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[ unique venues ] Th e For k The Forks Nestled in the heart of downtown at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, The Forks is Manitoba's top tourist attraction. Choose from spectacular indoor and outdoor locations on site with amazing city views for unforgettable receptions, gala dinners and celebrations. Before or after the event, delegates can wander the 54-acre site and take in sensational shopping, diverse culinary options, green space, a world-class skateboard plaza, the world's longest naturally frozen river trail, prairie gardens, live entertainment and more. The area's intriguing history is showcased through guided interpretive tours and river boat tours available for groups. s: M ario n Ris dale Casinos The glitz and glam of Las Vegas is found at Winnipeg's two themed casinos. At Club Regent Casino, delegates take in the breathtaking mystical tropical jungle featuring vibrant flowers, swaying palm trees, the sounds of exotic birds and a colourful saltwater fish tank display, or they can relive the opulent splendour of the railway days at McPhillips Station Casino. Unique activities for convention and corporate groups include private poker tournaments and gaming demonstrations, along with the casinos' renowned modern gaming, dining and free lounge entertainment. in as tC en Reg Bring your delegates to Winnipeg's urban oasis, located 15 minutes west of downtown. Book your delegates in for a guided tour, covering topics such as the park's history, conservatory, exotic zoo animals, Winnie the Pooh's connection to Winnipeg, gardens and more. Complete the experience with a meal at one of the many on site venues. New meeting facility Qualico Family Centre is an architecturally stunning building overlooking the recently expanded duck pond, while the zoo's newest venue, Tundra Grill, provides a one-of-a-kind reception setting where visitors can watch polar bears and seals swim overhead when Journey to Churchill opens in 2014. b Clu Assiniboine Park & Zoo o: Ma nit ob aL iqu or a nd Lo t teries Qualico Family Centre at Assiniboine Park 28 WINNIPEG 2013-14 | Be here and be transformed