Tourism Winnipeg

Esplanade Riel: Jerry Grajew ski Uniquely Winnipeg When it's time to decide where to bring your next meeting, convention or event, there are many compelling reasons to choose Winnipeg! Located in the geographic centre of North America, Winnipeg's central location makes travel time shorter and more convenient for delegates to fly in from both coasts. Approximately 80 flights per day fly into the new Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, which has received numerous customer service awards and was listed as one of the world's most iconic airports by Travel Channel. Winnipeg has a vibrant francophone culture. The city's French Quarter, St. Boniface is only a five-minute drive from downtown. This historic neighbourhood is where delegates can experience the "joie de vivre" of the fur-trade era and explore the city's fascinating French-Canadian roots. Opening in 2016, the Winnipeg Convention Centre is undergoing an expansion to nearly double in size for a total of 267,000 sq. ft. The Canadian Museum for Human Rights will be a world-class centre of learning and dialogue focusing on human rights and social inclusion. 10 Journey to Churchill at Assiniboine Park Zoo is one of the most significant zoo projects in North American history encompassing international research, a conservation centre for orphaned polar bears, education and public displays on climate change, polar bears and other northern species. A National Historic Site, the Exchange District is home to a rich collection of turnof-the-19th-century terracotta and stone-cut buildings. Winnipeg was called the "Chicago of the North" because its buildings were influenced by the Chicago style architecture. Winnipeg is the diversity capital of Canada and home to people from countries around the world. The architecture, people, cuisine, languages spoken, festivals, special events, cultural offerings and facilities are some of the most unique and interesting in the country. Winnipeg's unique venues offer experiences your delegates will forever remember. Host a night of intrigue and mystery with a Hermetic Code Tour and red carpet dinner at the Manitoba Legislative WINNIPEG 2013-14 | Be here and be transformed Building, or hold a reception on the Nonsuch ketch—a 17th century ship—to make a lasting impression. Winnipeg is a nationally recognized cultural hub with world-class performing arts such as Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet and the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, among others. Aboriginal culture is celebrated in Winnipeg at numerous festivals throughout the year. The city is home to the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network, the first of its kind in the world. With more than 1,100 eateries serving cuisine from around the globe, Winnipeg's restaurants present seemingly endless dining options. Winnipeg's premium spas offer luxury treatments, including a hamam, Nordic baths set in nature and a hot stone massage incorporating aboriginal traditions. Team Winnipeg, a cooperative partnership of more than 50 suppliers led by Tourism Winnipeg, works together to ensure your group's meeting or convention is a success.

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