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2 For more information or to arrange a media visit, contact Karen Goossen at 204.230.8728 or karen@tourismwinnipeg.com Every great story begins with a compelling idea. Whether you're interested in featuring a behind-the-scenes tour of Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet's costume closet; skating down one of the world's longest frozen river trails; or relaxing in a Finnish sauna at a new $11-million luxury spa, Tourism Winnipeg can help you find the perfect story for your audience and connect you with the right characters to make it come alive. I understand your need for strong stories, tight deadlines, interesting characters and captivating images. Tourism Winnipeg can help you check facts, set up interviews, source images and b-roll, and offer themed itineraries. For qualified media, Tourism Winnipeg provides customized itineraries, trip assistance, and occasional group media trips. Join our media list for the latest Winnipeg tourism news and story ideas, or for those interested in visiting our friendly prairie city, please contact me to get the conversation started. Warm regards, Karen Goossen Karen Goossen Director, Market Development 204.230.8728 karen@tourismwinnipeg.com Table of contents Winnipeg at a glance ...........................................................3 What's New? ....................................................................... 4 Signature Attractions ............................................................6 Top Festivals..........................................................................7 Neighbourhoods Breakdown ............................................... 8 Winnipeg Story Ideas ............................................................9 Signature Experiences ......................................... 9 Granola-Peg ........................................................ 9 Winnipeg Tastemakers ...................................... 10 Decoding Winnipeg's Food Lingo ...................... 11 Winnipeg Story Ideas (continued) Battle of the Furs ............................................... 11 Urban Lifestyle and Active Living ....................... 12 Tradition Meets Innovation: Winnipeg's Architectural Icons ....................... 13 Aboriginal Roots ............................................... 14 Sensational Shopping ........................................ 15 Serene Stays ...................................................... 15 Winter Wonderland .......................................... 16 Family Fun ......................................................... 17 Heart of the Arts ............................................... 17 Winnipeg Story Starters .................................... 18 Photo courtesy Cory Aronec Cover photo courtesy William Au/CTC Your Winnipeg Story Guide Socialize with us. VisitWinnipeg TourismWinnipeg @tourismWPG onlyinthepeg.com pegcitygrub.com tourismwinnipeg & A writer's guide to Winnipeg's most fascinating stories Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Vol. 4 • 2015 LEGENDS TALES UNDERWATER BEAR BALLET at Journey to Churchill P 4