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2016 Winnipeg Visitors Guide

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WINNIPEG JETS W "Fuelled by Passion," the National Hockey League's Winnipeg Jets are the "go-to entertainment destination" for Winnipeggers and visitors alike. From October to April the Winnipeg Jets take flight for 41 regular season home games, looking to thrill fans and visitors against the best hockey players in the world. The Winnipeg Jets play their home games at MTS Centre, Winnipeg's premier indoor sports arena and entertainment venue. So join the excitement downtown and be prepared to break into a "Go Jets Go!" chant at a moment's notice. 300 Portage Avenue – Downtown Tel: 1.855.WPGJETS | 204.987.7825 Email: info@truenorth.mb.ca www.winnipegjets.com Other Sports Teams TEAM CANADA VOLLEYBALL W Come out and cheer on Team Canada! The only Olympic sport based exclusively in Winnipeg, Team Canada Women's Volleyball regularly hosts elite international competitions in Winnipeg and Manitoba, entertaining thousands of local sport enthusiasts. To catch the high-flying, hard-hitting volleyball action, check out the website for the latest scoop on Team Canada's next matches. Tel: 204.474.7084 Email: teamcanadawomen@volleyball.ca www.volleyball.ca UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA BISONS W Bison Sports is the Interuniversity Athletic Program at the University of Manitoba. Over 300 student-athletes represent the University of Manitoba in nine different sports on 16 different teams. On most weekends from the end of August through the end of March you will find these athletes competing in sports ranging from football to swimming to hockey, striving to win the right to advance to the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) National Championships for their respective sport. The football team plays out of Investors Group Field. The Bisons' programs have a rich history and illustrious alumni including NFL star Israel "Izzy" Idonije and 2012 Olympic bronze medalist Desiree Scott. University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus, 66 Chancellor Circle – Fort Garry Tel: 204.474.7846 Email: bison_sports@umanitoba.ca www.gobisons.ca Winnipeg Jets at the MTS Centre: Winnipeg Jets Hockey Club Team Canada Volleyball University of Manitoba Bisons: Jeff Miller – Bison Sports/100 Acre Woods Photography www.tourismwinnipeg.com 89 THINGS TO DO SPORTS & RECREATION S

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