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Courtesy Assiniboine Park Conservancy Courtesy Josel Catindoy CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS The highly anticipated grand opening of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) takes place in 2014. This iconic building, designed by Antoine Predock, is transforming Winnipeg's skyline and will open up a forum for international dialogue. With the goal of bringing people together, it will be a centre of learning where people can engage in discussion and help create a world where everyone is respected and valued. Free guided perimeter tours are offered in summer 2013 and year-round self-guided tours are available. humanrightsmuseum.ca UPPER FORT GARRY HERITAGE PARK AND INTERPRETIVE CENTRE With a $28-million redevelopment underway, the new Upper Fort Garry Heritage Park and Interpretive Centre will share the site's history. Upper Fort Garry was the home of a massive mercantile empire of the Hudson's Bay Company and the social centre for the fledgling Red River colony. This three-and-a-half acre heritage park includes the Governor's Gate, the only remaining piece of the original fort; the 385-foot Heritage Wall depicting 340 years of history; and an interpretive centre. Phase one of the park's green space is set to open in fall 2013. www.upperfortgarry.com Courtesy Winnipeg Conventnion Centre Courtesy Courtesy Nordik Spa-Nature ASSINIBOINE PARK Assiniboine Park has been one of the city's most popular gathering places for more than 100 years. Today, a new chapter in the park's history is being written with a $200-million investment. Significant redevelopment plans are in the works for Assiniboine Park Zoo, including the signature Journey to Churchill exhibit—the most comprehensive polar bear exhibit in the world, which is set to open in 2014. New additions to the zoo include Hudson, the polar bear; the Tundra Grill, Arctic Treasures gift shop and Polar Playground facility; the International Polar Bear Conservation Centre, and a temporary African Penguin exhibit in spring and summer 2013. www.assiniboinepark.ca Courtesy Ryan McBride What's New 4 NORDIK SPA-NATURE Opening in fall 2013, Nordik Spa-Nature offers a complete relaxation experience in nature using Nordic baths and century-old Scandinavian traditions. Cold waterfalls and temperate pools, outdoor fireplaces, steam baths, hot tubs and relaxation areas are found in this tranquil setting. winnipeg.lenordik.com WINNIPEG TROLLEY COMPANY Discover Winnipeg's thrilling history through the city's newest tourism and charter transportation company, offering "Heart of the Nation" historical tours. The Winnipeg Trolley Company takes visitors in a refurbished Winnipeg streetcar back to when Winnipeg was a burgeoning frontier town. Learn how the city helped shape the nation during its boomtown years from 1870-1920, why Winnipeg was once called the "wickedest city in Canada," its connection to the world-famous spy, James Bond, and more. winnipegtrolleycompany.ca WINNIPEG CONVENTION CENTRE Winnipeg's premier event facility for meetings, conventions, trade and consumer shows, receptions, gala dinners and corporate events is undergoing a significant renovation. It will double in size to 279,500 sq. ft. and be the fourth largest publicly owned convention centre in Canada when completed in 2016. www.wcc.mb.ca For more information or to arrange a media visit, contact Gillian Leschasin at 204.954.1977 or gillian@tourismwinnipeg.com