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www.winnipeggroups.com 25 ATTRACTIONS AND EVENTS Festival du Voyageur Every winter since 1970, Saint-Boniface, Winnipeg's French quarter, is transformed into a winter paradise and becomes host to the largest winter festival in Western Canada. Voyageur, Métis and First Nations histories are brought back to life, not only through the historical interpretation offered inside reconstructed Fort Gibraltar, but also through the many attractions inside Voyageur Park and at the festival's various official sites. Musical entertainment of various styles, traditional cuisine, sensational snow sculptures and captivating shows are but a few examples of the entertainment you can expect to witness during this convivial gathering. Offering a vast array of historical, recreational and educational activities, Festival du Voyageur has something for all tastes and all ages! CONTACT: Lisa Woods 233 Boulevard Provencher Winnipeg, Manitoba R2H 0G4 PHONE: 204.258.2561 EMAIL: lwoods@heho.ca www.heho.ca 2016 Festival: February 12–21, 2016 2017 Festival: February 17–26, 2017 Fort Gibraltar During the summer, Fort Gibraltar takes your guests a world away, on the banks of the Red River, where colourful characters living to the "beat" of 1815 greet you. Fort Gibraltar, once a North West Company fur trade post, reflects the lifestyle of the settlement and the roles played by the Métis, settlers, explorers, aboriginal people and the adventuresome voyageurs. Witness the fascinating history through the eyes of the voyageurs, play voyageur games including axe throwing, enjoy traditional bread called bannock and home-made jam and discover the diverse cast of characters that call it home. There is plenty of free parking, group tour programs, workshops and a banquet room for catered meals and box lunches. Reservations for groups of 10 or more are required and can be made by contacting: CONTACT: Lisa Woods 866 St. Joseph Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R2H 0A8 PHONE: 204.258.2561 EMAIL: lwoods@heho.ca www.fortgibraltar.com LEGEND Bus Parking | Comp Policy for Escort | Food & Beverage On-Site | Group Pricing Fort Gibraltar: Dan Harper Festival du Voyageur: Dan Harper