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WINNIPEG 2016-2017 | YOUR WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY 51 Winnipeg is home to some die hard sports fans, as is evidenced at a Winnipeg Jets game at the MTS Centre where the chant, "True North" shouts, and all round noise level have seen it labeled as the best atmosphere in the NHL. The MTS Centre is also home to the Jets' AHL affiliate, the Manitoba Moose, whose tickets are very affordable and the action can feature future NHL stars. Pre-gaming downtown can often be equally exciting, with great restaurant bars like The Merchant Kitchen, The Pint and Rudy's Eat and Drink all just being steps from the arena. On the gridiron throughout summer and fall the Winnipeg Blue Bombers call Investors Group Field home, where fast- paced, Canadian Football always gets the crowds going. We also have our own boys of summer with the Winnipeg Goldeyes, who play baseball in the fantastic Shaw Park, which is located right downtown. Trips to Winnipeg are always par for the course, as the city and surrounding countryside are studded with numerous golf courses, with levels ranging from championship level greens that host PGA Tour Canada events, to a casual 9-hole, par- 3 course. Visiting in the winter and still want to get in the swing of things? No worries, The Golf Dome has you covered with a driving range, virtual golf (featuring some of the world's best courses) and mini golf. You can also do some serious gaming at the Casinos of Winnipeg, including Shark Club, Club Regent Casino and McPhilips Station Casino, while the thrills of live horse racing can be experienced at Assiniboia Downs throughout summer. And don't forget about Club Regent Event Centre and the MTS Centre, both of which play host to huge bands when you are looking for some live music that can't be contained in Winnipeg's smaller clubs. Guys Getaway Bring your buds to Winnipeg for some serious bro time with sports, gaming and a couple pints (codename: who let the dogs out) Downtown pub: Downtown Winnipeg BIZ Golf in Winnipeg Assiniboia Downs Investors Group Field: Kyle Thomas