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WINNIPEG 2016-2017 | YOUR WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY 11 frozen river trails where skaters marvel at the internationally designed warming huts. You can rent skates inside The Forks Market, where you can also shop, explore and indulge amongst its food kiosks, boutiques, wine and cheese shops and fine food stores. You'll also find the headquarters of Travel Manitoba, whose state-of-the-art visitor centre features interactive technology that will virtually immerse you in Manitoba's tourism experiences. Be sure to give yourself time for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR), which beckons visitors from around the world with its awe-inspiring façade that overlooks the city. Take the journey through 11 exhibits where an interactive experience set to challenge and foster dialogue awaits; it's a powerful experience, and one that is rewarded by the CMHR's pinnacle, the illuminating Tower of Hope, where outstanding views of the city are on offer. Just a short walk over the pedestrian bridge, the Esplanade Riel, is where you'll find the inherent French flavour of St. Boniface, one of Canada's most charming neighbourhoods. It is home to one of the largest francophone communities west of the Great Lakes, and is known as Winnipeg's French Quarter. Walking tours from Tourisme Riel are a great introduction to the area, showcasing historical sites like the St. Boniface Basilica and Museum. The Forks: Dan Harper Canadian Museum for Human Rights: Aaron Cohen St. Boniface Cathedral: Zyron Paul Felix YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST Quite honestly, we believe this was one of the best conferences we've ever held from both an overall experience and site layout perspective. There were also plenty of convenient places to go for meals, shopping and tourism. And there was no shortage of friendly, helpful people everywhere we went. We are very happy that we were able to bring this conference to Winnipeg and appreciate the support from the City of Winnipeg and Tourism Winnipeg! ~ Ed Thompson, Chief Operating Officer, The Wildlife Society 2015 Annual Conference Ed -