Information on Winnipeg
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Information on Winnipeg
The map below has been colour coded based on districts of the city.Use this map to select the area of the city you’d like to visit.Look for the corresponding colour within the guide to locate the attractions that can be found in this district.As well,we’ve also grouped attractions by interest. The Forks Downtown The Exchange District North End French Quarter Transcona Fort Garry T GATE DDLE GATE WEST GATE ON LLINGT CR Corydon Avenue St. Vital River Heights AS SIN RIV IBOINE Tuxedo ER CR Assiniboine Park N TO ING LL WE WARSAW ST N JESSIE DALY AV ST N CORYDON ST ST AV HUGO COCKBURN ARBUTHNOT McMILLAN St. James West End AV AV Osborne Village ROSLYN CR NASSAU ROSLYN RD ST N Gas Station Theatre RIVER AV RIVER AV BOLE ST PULFORD GERARD NORQUAY WILMOT PL STRADBROOK AV AV GERTRUDE McMILLAN AV WARDLAW AV AV GERTRUDE AV AV McMILLAN AV R OSBORNE WARDLAW STRADBROOK ST NASSAU DALY ST ST N 2 The Forks National Historic Site of Canada TheForks The Forks Market Welcome to Winnipeg’s most popular gathering place for shopping, The “Wall Through Time” dining, year-round fun and adventure! Located in downtown Splash Dash Water Bus Winnipeg at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers, Johnston Terminal people have been making history here for thousands of years. The Forks National Historic Site of Canada Discover a green oasis in the heart of Winnipeg. This 13.6-acre (5.5-hectare) park,which encompasses open green spaces and a tree-lined river walkway, is a national treasure owned and operated by Parks Canada. Enlightening interpretive displays,inspiring sculptures,stone pictographs and ceremonial bronze gambling sticks embody the Site’s rich continuum of historical events that span over 6,000 years. For information,walking tour seasons and special event use,contact The Forks National Historic Site Office at 204.983.6757 www.theforks.com For information on Parks Canada in Manitoba, visit the Explore Manitoba Centre at The Forks, or call Parks Canada at 1.888.748.2928 www.parkscanada.gc.ca Outdoor Patio – The Forks,The Forks Prairie Garden The Forks Market 3 Take a TRIP... on the Splash Dash Water Bus.This unique water bus features half-hour guided historical tours of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers.Dock-to-dock service from The Forks,Osborne Street Bridge, Legislative Building,Taché Dock, Juba Park, and Hugo Street every 15 minutes, 7 days a week including holidays. The Forks Marina – Juncatta International Season: May to October The Forks Market Johnston Terminal For information,call 204.783.6633 The Forks Market offers fresh and specialty foods plus more than 50 charming shops – housed in a fun and funky building that was originally a horse stable! Head to the Hayloft for handicrafts and one-of-a-kind items from clothing and artisaninspired gifts to jewellery,toys and much more. The Terminal was constructed in the late 1920’s as a warehouse for goods arriving by train for local distribution and has been an important facility for trade in the region ever since.Today, this beautifully restored building is home to shops,specialty boutiques,restaurants and a billiard hall café.Take a tour of the Terminal’s three levels of international fashions,imports, world beat music and unique fare. Open year-round. The dining choices at The Forks Market are also endless.Dine indoors or out on our popular patios! Open year-round. For information call 204.942.6302 The “Wall Through Time” What were you doing 3,000 years ago? The “Wall Through Time”is a graphic telling of historic events such as great floods, forts and the glories of the fur trade. Located on the western edge of a major North American archeological find,the site protects an Aboriginal campsite and trade centre from thousands of years ago. Johnston Terminal/The Forks 4 The Market Plaza and Festival Park Manitoba Children’s Museum Manitoba Theatre for Young People Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club Winnipeg Railway Museum Oodena – Celebration Circle TheForks The Market Plaza and Festival Park Manitoba Theatre for Young People The Forks is the place to gather for a good time. Our parties are legendary and we’ve been known to kick it up a notch with entertainment that appeals to 20,000 of our closest friends.The line-up is always changing.With rock ’n roll,swing or jazz to big band and blues,you can go dancing under the canopy or enjoy some table-side tunes. MTYP presents an extensive season of professional theatre for young audiences.MTYP's award-winning productions include plays for ages three years to adult,as well as a series just for teens.Each year, MTYP welcomes guest theatre companies from across Canada and around the world,as well as presenting plays by the company's own creative team.Performances are held at the CanWest Global Performing Arts Centre located at Winnipeg's most popular destination. For information,call 204.957.7618 Manitoba Children’s Museum The Manitoba Children’s Museum is home to six permanent galleries and offers plenty of hands-on fun! While at the museum,children can ride a train, climb a tree,build a bridge,be a TV anchor and visit the land of fairy tales. During November and December,take a magical stroll through the Santa Village and perhaps even meet the man in the red suit himself.You’ll think it’s fun at the Manitoba Children’s Museum! Open daily at The Forks. For information,call 204.924.4000 www.childrensmuseum.com Enjoying the Canada Day Celebrations /The Forks,Manitoba Children’s Museum Oodena – Celebration Circle – Juncatta International Season: October to May For tickets and information,call 204.942.8898 or toll-free in Manitoba,call 1.877.871.6897 www.mtyp.ca Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club 5 Aboriginal Child in Costume – siamandas.com Pippi/Manitoba Theatre for Young People – Hubert Pantel Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club Winnipeg Railway Museum Oodena – Celebration Circle Overlooking the Red River and the historic Forks, enjoy “Goldeyes Good Times”at beautiful CanWest Global Park.Exciting Northern League baseball action is combined with zany antics,contests, prizes and lovable Goldie,the Northern League’s best mascot.Affordable family fun. Visit the Countess of Dufferin,the first steam locomotive to arrive in Winnipeg in 1877. From railway construction,to the beginning of the diesel era,visitors will get a chance to see Winnipeg’s rich and diverse railway heritage. Located at Tracks 1 and 2,Union Station. Entrances are at Broadway and Main and from The Forks Historic Site. The Celebration Circle is a special place created near the river junction to commemorate a time when people lived in concert with the natural forces around them.The shallow grass-lined bowl allows us to stand where Aboriginal people walked some 3,000 years ago.Limestone monoliths, geometrically aligned to the True North (Polaris) and the sunrise and sunset of each equinox and solstice,define the Circle.In the future,these will hold sighting devices for naked eye astronomy. Season: May to September For individual game tickets,call Ticketmaster at 204.780.3333 www.goldeyes.com Summer hours: June 1 – September 2,open Thursday through Sunday,11:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. Winter hours: Saturday and Sunday,noon to 4:00 p.m. Dancing Under the Canopy /The Forks Ice Skating Under the Canopy /The Forks 6 Royal Winnipeg Ballet Dalnavert Museum Winnipeg Art Gallery Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame and Museum University of Winnipeg Wesmen Teams Manitoba Legislative Building Downtown Downtown Winnipeg is the heart of the city's commercial and cultural life. Historic buildings mingle with commercial skyscrapers encircling the city's most famous corner, Portage and Main.Getting around downtown is easy by foot, by Splash Dash Water Bus and by the free Downtown Spirit shuttle bus.Whether you're looking to shop, to sightsee or for entertainment, you'll find it all downtown.If you need directions or assistance, stop one of the Downtown Watch ambassadors, easily recognizable in their red and black uniforms, or stop in to Destination Winnipeg's visitor information centre at 259 Portage and we'll be happy to help! Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB) Dalnavert Museum The RWB is known worldwide for its technical excellence and its eclectic repertoire.Strongly rooted in classical ballet,the RWB’s repertoire is diverse, ranging from the classics to innovative contemporary ballet.Box office located at 380 Graham Avenue at Edmonton.Performances at the Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main Street. Marvel at the luxurious furnishings and lovely stained glass windows that make this 1895 Queen Anne Revival style home a beautiful and fascinating place to visit. Take a guided tour through this National Historic Site. Located at 61 Carlton Street.Call for hours. For information,call 204.943.2835 www.mhs.mb.ca 2004 season: Carmina Burana – March 17 - 21 Romeo & Juliet – May 5 - 9 For details on the 2004/05 season or for general information,call 204.956.0183 or 1-800-667-4792 For box office,call 204.956.2792 www.rwb.org BIZ Patrol... Interior/Dalnavert Museum – Doug Dealey The Magic Flute/The Company/Royal Winnipeg Ballet – Bruce Monk You can’t miss this lime green team.You’ll find the BIZ Patrol sweeping sidewalks,watering flowers and entertaining with impromptu songs about keeping our city clean and green.They are a highlight at Out to Lunch concerts and other downtown events,entertaining with juggling, face painting and balloon animals. Biz Patrol/Downtown BIZ (Buisiness Improvement Zone) 7 Winnipeg Art Gallery – Ernest P.Mayer Winnipeg Art Gallery Made of Manitoba Tyndall stone,Western Canada’s oldest public gallery is home to the world’s largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art,some of which is always on display.The WAG boasts a constantly rotating exhibition schedule of national and international art,as well as emphasizing the work of Manitoba artists.The gift shop carries unique jewellry,ceramics,and glassware handcrafted by Canadian artists.The bright and airy Bridgeport Restaurant overlooks the rooftop sculpture garden and tables are set out in the summer months amid the flowers and fountains.Located at 300 Memorial Boulevard,within walking distance of all downtown hotels.Open year-round. For information,call 204.786.6641 www.wag.mb.ca Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame and Museum Celebrate the rich tradition of Manitoba’s sport heritage in the museum’s facility on the fifth floor of The Bay Downtown.Exhibits,videos,displays and the Curling Hall of Fame too! For information,call 204.774.0002 www.halloffame.mb.ca Winnipeg Art Gallery/The Art and Expression of the Netsilik – Ernest P.Mayer Manitoba Legislative Building Visit Manitoba’s number one citizen,our beloved and newly regilded “Golden Boy,”who is perched atop the Provincial Legislative Building.Completed in 1920,many consider this building the finest provincial legislative building in the country. Guided tours available. For information,call 204.945.5813 University of Winnipeg (Wesmen Men, Wesmen Women) Enjoy exciting University of Winnipeg Wesmen men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball as our teams compete in the Canada West Conference from September to March at the Duckworth Centre.Located at 400 Spence Street on the Campus of the University of Winnipeg. For ticket information,call 204.786.9349 www.wesmen.ca Manitoba Legislative Building/Travel Manitoba 8 The Burton Cummings Theatre Upper Fort Garry Gate IMAX Theatre Prairie Theatre Exchange Manitoba Crafts Museum and Library Burton Cummings Theatre for the Performing Arts Photo – Gord Peters Downtown The Burton Cummings Theatre for the Performing Arts This National Historic Site,a theatre which continues to host a variety of performances throughout the year,is now a Manitoba monument to women’s suffrage.The theatre hosted a famous mock parliament in January 1914,when Manitoba’s Nellie McClung portrayed the premier in a mock,wry debate about whether men should be given the vote.The panels and the banner celebrate women’s struggle to get the vote,both locally and across the country. Located at 364 Smith Street. IMAX Theatre Climb Everest,cruise in the Space Shuttle,or dive to the wreck of the Titanic.IMAX films take you places only your imagination could take you before. The 5-1⁄2 storey screen and wraparound IMAX Digital Sound make you feel like you are part of the film. Shows daily in the afternoon and evening.Located on the third floor of Portage Place Shopping Centre, 393 Portage Avenue. For show information,call 204.956.IMAX www.imaxwpg.com For information,call 204.956.5656 For tickets,call 204.780.3333 Upper Fort Garry Gate View the last remaining gate of Upper Fort Garry. The fort was built by the Hudson’s Bay Company in the 1830’s.It served the fur trade until 1870, then became the seat of government for the District of Assiniboia.Located west of Main Street,south of Broadway. Winnipeg Police Horse Patrol – Gord Peters,Upper Fort Garry Gate – Juncatta International Downtown Watch Ambassadors... Easily identified by their red and black uniforms, Downtown Watch ambassadors patrol downtown streets throughout the year.They are called upon to provide directions,administer first aid,direct tourists to points of interest,guide street people to available resources and act as additional eyes and ears for the Winnipeg Police Service. 9 Winnipeg Skyline – Gord Peters IMAX Theatre Prairie Theatre Exchange (PTE) Manitoba Crafts Museum and Library Engage in Winnipeg’s most intimate live theatre experience. Enjoy a season filled with comedy, music and drama – performances that challenge, entertain,and enlighten. Winnipeg’s second largest live theatre is located on the 3rd Floor of Portage Place Shopping Centre,393 Portage Avenue. Originally part of the Crafts Guild of Manitoba, the museum showcases Manitoba and international crafts and the Library holds history,theory and instruction books on many craft techniques. Please call for hours of operation. Located at 1B-183 Kennedy Street. Season: October to April For information,call 204.487.6117 www3.mb.sympatico.ca/~craftsml For information,call 204.942.5483 www.pte.mb.ca Downtown Watch Ambassador/ Downtown Winnipeg BIZ (Buisiness Improvement Zone) Downtown Winnipeg – Juncatta International 10 The Manitoba Museum The Pantages Playhouse Theatre Cinematheque Platform: Centre for Photographic and Digital Arts Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art SITE Gallery TheExchange District Designated as a National Historical Site, the Exchange District is home to some of the finest turn-of-the-century terra cotta and cut stone architecture in Canada. Today you can experience the legacy of those early years through guided walking tours of the first commercial district in Winnipeg, the city that became the gateway to the west.Enjoy free outdoor concerts, theatre, dance, film and of course, many unique shopping and dining experiences. The Manitoba Museum Planetarium Welcome to The Manitoba Museum – a unique ‘you are there’ journey through time and space. Explore worlds beyond! Embark on a journey to the far reaches of the universe as the Planetarium’s multimedia shows unveil the wonders of space. Animated children’s shows and live space programs explore the current night sky, probe science fact and fiction and follow the developments of current space programs. Museum Galleries Travel across Manitoba’s unique landscape and through billions of years in time in the Museum Galleries.The interrelationship of people and their environments comes to life in interpretive displays of artifacts and specimens in dramatic walk-through settings.Trek through the icy arctic,experience life in a tipi and stroll the bustling boardwalks of Winnipeg in the 1920’s.Set sail for adventure aboard the replica 17th century ship,the Nonsuch, and explore the remarkable lives of trappers and traders in the Hudson’s Bay Company Gallery. Science Gallery Challenge your imagination with more than 100 hands-on exhibits in the interactive Science Gallery. Feel your hair stand on end,check your appearance in wacky mirrors and get your hands wet in Water World. Experiment with exciting science in this fun, high-energy environment. NEW – The Parklands/Mixed Woods Gallery Located at 190 Rupert Avenue at Main Street This new and interactive Gallery depicts the diversity of plant and animal species of the region reflecting a cultural mosaic where well over half of the province’s population lives.Explore the unique natural features of the region from giant lakes and rivers to sandhills, snake pits and caves.Learn how First Nations people and early immigrants adapted to changes in society and the environment.The Gallery completes the journey through the province as presented by the Museum. For information,call 204.956.2830 or 204.943.3139 (recorded information) www.manitobamuseum.ca Bat Cave at The Manitoba Museum 11 Manitou Afternoon – Artist Unknown Red River College Downtown Campus – Juncatta International The Pantages Playhouse Theatre Cinematheque Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art The Pantages Playhouse Theatre,with its particularly lavish interior,was the finest ever built in Winnipeg. Constructed in 1913-14 to designs of architects George W.Northwood and B.Marcus Priteca, it originally presented live theatrical,musical and vaudeville performances. The newly renovated Cinematheque is an intimate art film theatre devoted to screening the very best in Canadian,independent,foreign and alternative film.Cinematheque often premieres new films as well as the works of visiting artists and touring film programs.Cinematheque operates year-round,with two films a night. Located at 100 Arthur Street. Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art is Manitoba’s premier contemporary art gallery and the first ICA in Canada.Since 1972,Plug In has exhibited the very best local and international art work in all media.Renowned globally for its prize-winning representation of Canada at the 49th Venice Biennale (2001),Plug In is also an important publisher of art editions.Located at 286 McDermot Avenue. For information,call 204.925.3457 or 204.925.3456 www.winnipegfilmgroup.com For information,call 204.942.1043 www.plugin.org The Pantages Company,a major American vaudeville chain,built numerous similar theatres in Canada.Vaudeville theatres of this type,constructed between 1913 and 1930,were among the grandest ever built in Canada,but few survive today. Located at 180 Market Avenue. For information,call 204.989.2889 Platform: Centre for Photographic and Digital Arts Platform is Manitoba’s only artist-run gallery exclusively devoted to the photographic arts. Founded in 1981,the gallery exhibits artwork by local,national and international photographic artists.Many of the exhibits challenge existing conceptions of what a photograph can be, reflecting the gallery’s intent to encourage innovation while respecting the traditions of the medium.Located at 218-100 Arthur Street. For information,call 204.942.8183 www.platformgallery.org Take a Journey to the Past... with a guided walking tour through the Exchange District, the original centre of commerce and culture,now home to vintage clothiers,hip retailers and downtown loft living. Season: May to September For information,call 204.942.6716 www.exchangebiz.winnipeg.mb.ca SITE Gallery SITE is Winnipeg’s premier commercial gallery of contemporary art with over 6,000 square feet of exhibition space.It features the artwork of over 30 local artists in all media,including painting, sculpture,prints and furniture.There’s new work every month.Located at 55 Arthur Street, second floor. For information,call 204.942.1618 www.sitegallery.ca 12 Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers Manitoba Theatre Centre Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Manitoba Opera Winnipeg Commodity Exchange Oseredok – Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre Lucia di Lammermoor/Manitoba Opera – Robert Tinker The Exchange District Walking Tours City Hall * * TheExchangeDistrict Fire Fighters Museum of Winnipeg Paddlewheel/River Rouge Tours Dynasty Building & Chinese Cultural Centre Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers (WCD) Manitoba Opera Since its inception almost 40 years ago,WCD has produced and presented the work of innumerable dance artists from across North America and has been instrumental in the development of numerous choreographers who have gone on to establish distinguished careers among the country’s most important artists. The sight,the sound,the spectacle – Manitoba Opera has it all! Acclaimed artists from around the world join the finest Canadian singers,the Manitoba Opera Chorus,and the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra to present two lavish full-scale productions and a one-night concert-style event each season.Pre-show chats and surtitles displayed above the stage during the show will keep you in-the-know.Located at the Centennial Concert Hall,555 Main Street. Season: October to May For information and tickets,call 204.452.0229 Season: November to May Manitoba Theatre Centre (MTC) Canada’s flagship regional theatre presents 10 plays at two state-of-the-art venues:the Main Stage (174 Market Avenue) and the Warehouse (140 Rupert Avenue) along with a Master Playwright Festival and the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival. Season: October to May For information,call 204.942.6537 or 1.877.446.4500 www.mtc.mb.ca For tickets,call Ticketmaster 204.780.3333 www.manitobaopera.mb.ca Winnipeg Commodity Exchange Experience Canada’s only agricultural futures and options exchange.View trading from the fourth floor gallery during market hours (9:30 a.m.– 1:20 p.m.,Monday to Friday).Located at 400 Commodity Exchange Tower,360 Main Street. For information,call 204.925.5000 www.wce.ca Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO) Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers PLAY ON! Explore a season of symphonic adventure with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Andrey Boreyko.Filled with dazzling artists and inspiring music,the WSO performs music from every taste – from Classics to Pops,children's concerts to special galas. Season: September to May For information and tickets,call 204.949.3999 www.wso.mb.ca Building Detail/The Exchange District 13 My Fair Lady/Manitoba Theatre Centre The Diary of Anne Frank/Manitoba Theatre Centre – Bruce Monk Oseredok – Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre View the largest collection of Ukrainian historical and cultural artifacts in North America.Includes a museum,library,art gallery,archives and boutique. Open Monday to Saturday,10:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m. Closed Sunday.Located at 184 Alexander Avenue. For information,call 204.942.0218 www.oseredok.org The Exchange District Walking Tours Discover history,architecture and one of Winnipeg’s most unique neighbourhoods through an Exchange District Walking Tour! Tours depart from the Exchange District Information Centre in Old Market Square (near the Market Stage) at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.every day except Mondays. Season: May to September For information,call 204.942.6716 www.exchangedistrict.org Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra City Hall Paddlewheel / River Rouge Tours Visit the city’s headquarters for city council and city administration.Located at 510 Main Street. Take a scenic river cruise aboard the Paddlewheel or River Rouge river boats.Dine,dance or just enjoy Winnipeg’s beautiful rivers.Located downtown at the Alexander Docks,just off of Waterfront Drive. For information,call 204.986.2171 For tour information,call 204.986.6069 www.winnipeg.ca Season: May to October For information,call 204.942.4500 www.paddlewheelcruises.com Fire Fighters Museum of Winnipeg Among the oldest (1903) fire stations in Canada, this beautifully maintained firehall features stained glass windows and ornate tin ceilings.As a tribute to the heroism of fire fighters,the museum features hand and horse drawn,steam and early motorized fire apparatus,artifacts,photographs and records dating back to the 1880’s.Hours 11:00 a.m.to 3:00 p.m.,Wednesday through Sunday.Other times by appointment.Located at 56 Maple Street. For information,call 204.942.4817 www.winnipegfiremuseum.ca Dynasty Building/Chinese Cultural and Community Centre/ Mandarin Building Discover the heart of the Chinese community. Housing Chinese publications,a replica of Confucius, and a replica of a terracotta warrior with horse of the Qin Dynasty,the Dynasty Building is an excellent example of architecture in the Chinese tradition. The multi-roof design is a symbol of good luck and the beautiful Chinese Gardens form a tranquil retreat in the heart of the city. Located at 180 King Street. View the interior featuring a replica of the famous Nine Imperial Dragon Mural,a statue of Guan Yin and a Bronze Buddha.Located on King Street and James Avenue. For information,call 204.943.2627 or 204.943.1197 www.wcccc.ca The Fire Fighters Museum of Winnipeg 14 McPhillips Street Station Casino Millennium Express Historically, the North Main area was the very beginning of Winnipeg. Aboriginal Centre The commercial area began in the late 1800’s when immigrants The Circle of Life Thunderbird House established the first stores in Winnipeg.Today, the tradition still thrives Ukrainian Museum of Canada * * NorthEnd Seven Oaks House Museum with a very strong ethnic background that’s behind the more than St. John’s Cathedral and Cemetery 120 businesses in the neighbourhood along with the many Ross House Museum restaurants, churches and services that await your discovery. Ivan Franko Museum Kildonan Park Rainbow Stage Ukrainian Museum of Canada McPhillips Street Station Casino Saunter down the street in our historic railway village amid the bustle of old-world life.Imagine yourself checking your top hat under the twinkling lights of the chandelier in the Royal Alexandra,our turn-ofthe-century grand hotel.Experience some of the hottest local and international entertainers in our concert bowl or for a more intimate setting,check out our lounge entertainment.Located at 484 McPhillips Street.All patrons must be 18 years or older to enter. Millennium Express Time Travel by Train on the Millennium Express... Climb aboard for a 3D-powered trip back to the beginning of time! Part amusement park ride, part history – pure entertainment – it’s a peek at how the west was won Manitoba-style. For information,call 204.957.3900 or 1-800-265-3912 For tickets,call 204.780.3333 www.casinosofwinnipeg.com Aboriginal Centre – Juncatta International,Seven Oaks House Museum Aboriginal Centre Located in the historic CP Rail Station,the Centre is a gathering place for Winnipeg’s Aboriginal community. The Aboriginal Centre Restaurant provides tour groups and the casual lunch crowd the opportunity to experience traditional Aboriginal cuisine. The Aboriginal culture is featured in various art forms at the Canadian Plains Gallery as well as in a unique clothing line at Ab-Original Wear. Located at 181 Higgins Avenue. For information,call 204.989.6383 www.abcentre.org The Circle of Life Thunderbird House The Circle of Life Thunderbird House situated at the corner of Higgins Avenue and Main Street is the home for Aboriginal spirituality and culture.It is a focal point and mecca for Aboriginal people coming from rural communities to an urban environment.Hours are Monday to Friday,8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. For information,call 204.940.4240 15 Ukrainian Museum of Canada UWAC Manitoba Branch The Museum is located at 1175 Main Street in the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, a Winnipeg landmark featuring a Ukrainian Baroque architectural style with an exterior mosaic by Leo Mol,a carved icon screenwall and stained glass windows.The Museum houses a collection of Ukrainian folk arts and crafts, a library and gift shop.Open 10:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Season: July and August For information,call 204.582.1018 Seven Oaks House Museum Seven Oaks House Museum has Red River Settler artifacts in the original Inkster homestead of the 1850’s,constructed of oak logs.Hours are 10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.daily.Guided tours are available. Located at 115 Rupertsland Boulevard. Millennium Express /McPhillips Street Station Casino Footloose L-R:Matt Kippen,Scott Peter,Robert Boge,Timothy Gledhill/Rainbow Stage – Robert Tinker St. John’s Cathedral and Cemetery Kildonan Park Visit the 1926 cathedral that marks the birthplace of the Anglican Church in Western Canada.The surrounding cemetery dates back to 1812,when the first of Lord Selkirk’s settlers arrived at the Red River Settlement.Open yearround,9:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.Located at 135 Anderson Avenue. Walk among some of the oldest and largest trees in Manitoba,a formal garden and Hansel & Gretel’s “Witch Hut”. The park is also the home to Canada’s longest-running outdoor theatre,Rainbow Stage. An Olympic-size swimming pool and plenty of picnic tables and barbecue pits are available in the summer. The toboggan slides and skating pond are open in the winter.Located at 2021 Main Street. For information,call 204.586.8385 For information,call 204.986.7623 Ross House Museum Visit the prairie’s first post office,a post and sill log house built in 1854,featuring period-finished rooms depicting life in the 1850’s.Open Wednesday to Sunday,11:00 a.m.to 6:00 p.m.Located at Joe Zuken Heritage Park,140 Meade Street North. Season: June to August For information,call 204.943.3958 or 204.943.2835 Season: Last weekend in May to Labour Day Ivan Franko Museum For information,call 204.339.7429 View works by this Ukrainian author and poet.Located at 200 McGregor Street. By appointment only. For information,call 204.589.4397 Rainbow Stage The spotlight is on both the winter and summer shows.The winter show is staged in the historic Pantages Playhouse Theatre,180 Market Avenue, in the Exchange District.The summer show is a tradition with theatre fans who enjoy great musical theatre under a covered and comfortable outdoor amphitheatre,located in Kildonan Park, 2021 Main Street. Seasons: Summer – July to August Winter – February For ticket information,call 204.780.7328 www.rainbowstage.net 16 French Quarter River Arch Louis Riel’s Tomb Across the Provencher Bridge from downtown or just a stroll Le Musée de Saint Boniface St. Boniface Museum over the new Esplanade Riel Bridge from The Forks, is St.Boniface, St. Boniface Cathedral-Basilica Winnipeg’s French Quarter.A wide variety of activities, shops and “In Riel‘s Footsteps” Theatre in the Cemetery over a dozen restaurants are guaranteed to satisfy your palate. Promenade Taché /Grey Nuns Walkway * Swing and dance at Le Festival du Voyageur, savour a home-cooked Gabrielle Roy House Centre culturel franco-manitobain meal, visit exhibitions, take part in guided tours and view Le Cercle Molière over 35 designated historical sites! La Maison du Bourgeois River Arch St. Boniface Cathedral-Basilica This public artwork by artist Catherine Widgery rises up from the south bank of the Red River on the Norwood Bridge.The River Arch symbolizes Winnipeg’s past traditions,rich history,quiet strength,energy and vitality,the beauty of the natural landscape, and acts as a beacon to a golden future. The original cathedral,built in 1908,was destroyed by fire in 1968.The remaining walls were incorporated into the design of the new church,creating a dramatic facade facing west across the Red River towards downtown Winnipeg.Located at 190 avenue de la Cathédrale. For information,call 204.233.7304 Louis Riel’s Tomb St.Boniface Museum Visit the resting place of Louis Riel,Métis leader and founder of the Province of Manitoba.Located at St.Boniface Cathedral Cemetery,190 avenue de la Cathédrale. Le Musée de Saint Boniface St. Boniface Museum Stand within the oldest building in Winnipeg, and the largest oak log structure in North America. The museum depicts the lives of the French and Métis people.Originally the Grey Nuns convent, this museum also boasts the largest collection of Louis Riel artifacts in the country. Located at 494 avenue Taché. For information,call 204.237.4500 St.Boniface Museum, The Esplanade Riel Pedestrian Bridge – Marion Ridsdale “In Riel’s Footsteps” Theatre in the Cemetery Voices from the past tell visitors about Louis Riel, founder of our province,and how the Francophones and Métis have contributed to Manitoba history! Meet some of Manitoba’s most fascinating historical characters in this unique 45-minute theatrical tour of St.Boniface Cathedral’s cemetery.Tour hours are 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.,Wednesday to Friday; 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.on Sunday. Season: July and August For information,call 204.233.8343 or 1.866.808.8338 17 Le Cercle Molière/Puulik cherche le vent by Richard Alarie – Hubert Pantel St.Boniface Cathedral-Basilica/Travel Manitoba Promenade Taché /Grey Nuns Walkway Centre culturel franco-manitobain La Maison du Bourgeois Enjoy a beautiful,cross-river view of The Forks and the Winnipeg skyline from the lamp-lit Promenade Taché.Interpretive plaques along the walkway explain the early development of St.Boniface. You can find a bit of everything at the CCFM – a restaurant-bar-terrasse,Monday to Friday, 11:30 a.m.to 2:00 p.m.Every Tuesday night throughout the year,Le Mardi Jazz features the best jazz and on Fridays,Le Foyer organizes theme nights that feature Francophone artists, comedians and singers. This impressive log venue is a central part of Festival du Voyageur.Located in Fort Gibraltar in Whittier Park,it is the ideal setting for meetings and social gatherings year-round. For information,call 204.233.4888 The Gabrielle Roy House Those who have read Gabrielle Roy’s many novels, one of which is “Street of Riches,”will immediately recognize the little attic window and veranda with its white columns likened by Roy to a Greek temple.Visitors will relish seeing the rooms, viewing the books and enjoy a collection of Roy’s personal items,letters and photos. Located at 375 rue Deschambault. For information,call 204.233.8343 or 204.231.3853 or 1.866.808.8338 St.Boniface Cathedral-Basilica Bell Tower Ruins – Juncatta International For information,call 204.237.7692 www.festivalvoyageur.mb.ca For information,call 204.233.8972 www.ccfm.mb.ca Le Cercle Molière The Cercle Molière offers theatre lovers a wide range of styles and themes in a unique setting: the intimate Théâtre de la Chapelle,825 rue Saint-Joseph.This theatre “en français”is the longest-running french language theatre company in Canada.English synopsis provided for all plays. Season: October to May For information,call 204.233.8053 For tickets,call 204.233.8972 www.netcom.ca/~cmoliere “In Riel’s Footsteps” Theatre in the Cemetery 18 Transcona Club Regent Casino Transcona Historical Museum Club Regent Casino Transcona Historical Museum Club Regent Casino Transcona Historical Museum Take a trip to the tropics at Club Regent Casino… a casino journey like no other.It’s an adventure complete with a walk-through aquarium,towering Mayan ruins,surprising jungle creatures,cascading waterfalls and blazing contiki torches – a magical setting for live entertainment,dining and gaming! History comes alive through special collections including railway artifacts,the C.S.Quelch Moth and Butterfly Collection,C.H.Patterson Archaeology Collection and Native Ethnographic materials. The Museum is situated in downtown Transcona, in the historic 1925 Bank of Toronto building at 141 Regent Avenue West.Call for hours. Dining is pure pleasure under the palm trees when the menu is seasoned with the fresh goodness of the south seas.Relax in one of Club Regent’s lounge areas and watch as our stages reveal incredible local and international entertainment! Located at 1425 Regent Avenue West.All patrons must be 18 years or older to enter. For information,call 204.222.0423 www.transconamuseum.mb.ca For information,call 204.957.2700 or 1.800.265.3912 www.casinosofwinnipeg.com Fort Garryy University of Manitoba Black Hole Theatre Company Celebrations Dinner Theatre University of Manitoba Founded in 1877,University of Manitoba is the first university in Western Canada.The University has a respected sports program including football,hockey, basketball and volleyball.Whether you’re here for a conference,or are just taking in some of the sights, the University of Manitoba offers many opportunities for its students as well as visitors. For information,call 204.474.8346 For information on sports,call 204.474.9611 www.umanitoba.ca Black Hole Theatre Company Located in the University College basement at the University of Manitoba, you’ll find the home of the Black Hole Theatre Company.Be drawn in by productions of works from well-known playwrights and progressive young talents.All have a home here and are treated with the same passion as a first production. For information,call 204.474.6880 www.umanitoba.ca/theatre University of Manitoba Celebrations Dinner Theatre Celebrations Dinner Theatre Join us for the very best in interactive musical comedies. Our cast of characters will have you laughing as they serve you a delicious four-course meal.Seating Wednesday to Saturday at 6:30 p.m.,Sunday at 5:00 p.m.Located at 1824 Pembina Highway in the Canad Inn Fort Garry. For information/reservations,call 204.982.8282 or 1.877.823.8282 www.celebrations.ca 19 St. Vital Riel House National Historic Site of Canada St. Vital Park Royal Canadian Mint Royal Canadian Mint Riel House National Historic Site of Canada Royal Canadian Mint Take a glimpse into the life of Louis Riel at his family’s historic house,restored to its 1886 appearance. Located at 330 River Road. The Royal Canadian Mint’s Winnipeg plant specializes in striking all circulating coins for Canada and many foreign countries.The facility gives the visitor a unique opportunity to observe,from a carefully located viewing gallery,the minting of coins.Located at 520 Lagimodiere Boulevard,at the junction of Highways 1 and 59. For information,call 204.257.1783 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/riel St. Vital Park Situated on the Red River,this park is the perfect place for family get-togethers.In winter,the duck pond becomes a skating rink. For information,call 204.983.6429 For information,call 204.986.7623 Riel House Historic Site – Doug Dealy/Parks Canada Pan Am Pool /Aquatic Hall of Fame & Museum of Canada Manitoba Electrical Museum and Educational Centre International Press refer to it as the flagship of pools in the world.More World Records and Pan Am Records have been broken in this pool than in any other pool in the world.It features accessibility,two weight rooms, walk/jog track,two pools,up to 10 metres of diving towers,kiddie pool,aerobic studio and a variety of swim/fitness programs.Located at 25 Poseidon Bay. This interactive museum takes you on a journey from a time of oil lamps and electrical streetcars, to household appliances and a giant robot. Experience the history of electrical development in Manitoba,while exploring the possibilities for the future.Located at 680 Harrow Street. For information,call 204.986.5892 www.city.winnipeg.mb.ca/cms/pools/pan RiverHeights g Pan Am Pool/Aquatic Hall of Fame & Museum Manitoba Electrical Museum and Educational Centre For information,call 204.477.7905 www.hydro.mb.ca Jewish Heritage Centre of Western Canada Winnipeg Jewish Theatre Discover and interpret the history,experiences and culture of the Jewish people of Western Canada through the Museum,Holocaust Education Centre and Archives. Open year-round.Hours are Sunday to Friday,noon to 4:00 p.m.;open until 8:00 p.m.on Wednesday and Thursday.Located on the Asper Jewish Community Campus at 123 Doncaster Street,the historic site of the former Fort Osborne Barracks. The only professional Jewish theatre company in Canada with four plays on its slate for 2004 including “Victoria”, March 13 to 17 and “Funny Girl”, May 11 to 26.Located at 123 Doncaster Street. For information,call 204.477.7466 www.jhcwc.mb.ca Tuxedo Jewish Heritage Centre of Western Canada Winnipeg Jewish Theatre Fort Whyte Centre Season: October to May For tickets and information,call 204.477.7478 Fort Whyte Centre One of Canada’s premier outdoor education and recreation facilities featuring over 400 acres of woodlands,wetlands,grasslands and lakes. See page 35 for more details Fort Whyte Centre 20 Winnipeg Blue Bombers Sports Winnipeg Goldeyes Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club University of Winnipeg Manitoba Moose Catch the action year-round as Winnipeg's teams take to the field, ice and University of Manitoba the court! From fast paced AHL hockey, to hard-hitting football, Canadian style, to baseball at the picturesque CanWest Global Park and a plethora of university conference sports, you'll always have lots to cheer about! Winnipeg Blue Bombers Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club Get in the game with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers! Experience the history of Bomber football through 10 Grey Cup championships,and over 70 years of heart-stopping entertainment in the Canadian Football League.Located at the Canad Inns Stadium, 1465 Maroons Road. Overlooking the Red River and the historic Forks, enjoy “Goldeyes Good Times”at beautiful CanWest Global Park.Exciting Northern League baseball action is combined with zany antics,contests, prizes and lovable Goldie,the Northern League’s best mascot.Affordable family fun. Season: June to November Season: May to September For information,call 204.784.2583 For tickets,call 204.780.7328 www.bluebombers.com For individual game tickets,call Ticketmaster at 204.780.3333 www.goldeyes.com University of Winnipeg Manitoba Moose Cheer on the Winnipeg Wesmen men and women as they compete in Canada’s premier university volleyball and basketball conferences. In 2002/2003 more than 300,000 fans enjoyed Manitoba's second season in the American Hockey League as an affiliate of the NHL Vancouver Canucks. Join the Manitoba Moose for the last year of the Winnipeg Arena as they honour past events and build excitement leading to the Calder Cup and the new home of the Moose at MTS Centre. See page 7 for more details Manitoba Moose Season: October to April For information,call 204.987.7825 For tickets,call 204.780.7328 www.moosehockey.com University of Manitoba Something for everyone as the University of Manitoba Bison’s compete year-round in 12 different sports,from track and field to basketball and hockey. Big Blue Fan – Gord Peters,Winnipeg Blue Bombers – Dave Darichuk See page 18 for more details 21 Corydon Come to Corydon and see why it's the hot spot for shopping,dining or an afternoon of people watching at one of the many sidewalk cafés along the Avenue.Though referred to as "Little Italy,” Corydon Avenue offers diners a wide selection of casual restaurants from which to choose.From traditional and contemporary Italian to sushi,Greek and Portuguese,you'll find it all on the Avenue. Osborne Village Boho and artsy meet kitsch and cool in this most venerable of neighbourhoods.Born out of the 60's,the "Village" as it's called, is home to a variety of shops and restaurants.Though concentrated within two blocks,you'll find an array of shops including cookware, jewellry,global gifts and more.From Thai to Italian to Mexican and Japanese,Osborne is as eclectic as its restaurants. Gas Station Theatre The Osborne Village Cultural Centre is home to the Gas Station Theatre,famous for live theatre,dance, improv and comedy. Located at 445 River Avenue. For information,call 204.284.9477 22 AssiniboinePark Assiniboine Park Zoo The Pavilion Gallery Explore over 378 acres (153 hectares) along the Assiniboine River. Assiniboine Park Conservatory The Lyric Theatre The Zoo, Conservatory, English Garden, Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, Leo Mol Sculpture Garden Tudor-style pavilion, and a fine example of a French formal garden Winnie the Bear Statue are a few of the features found in the park.Picnic areas and cycling Assiniboine Forest and walking trails are popular with visitors.In the winter, enjoy cross-country skiing, tobogganing and skating on the Duck Pond. Assiniboine Park Zoo Assiniboine Park Conservatory View exhibits displaying 1,700 animals of 325 different species including native polar bears,cougars,elk and bald eagles,as well as animals from around the world, such as the Red Panda,Afghanistan Markhors,tigers, leopards and monkeys.On-site restaurant and gift store. Open daily,year-round. View 10 different displays a year in the Floral Display Gallery,including Orchid and Bonsai shows and a special holiday lights display over the Christmas season. Dating from 1914,the Palm House exhibits a tropical jungle with visitors walking under a canopy of mature tropical trees to admire orchids selected from the Conservatory’s extensive collection.The Gift Shop offers unique gifts for the gardener in everyone. The Garden Restaurant serves light meals and refreshments in a garden atmosphere. For information,call 204.986.2327 Assiniboine Park Conservatory – Marion Ridsdale The Pavilion Gallery Discover the beautiful scenic art inside the Pavilion Gallery.Three Manitoba artists,Ivan Eyre, Walter J.Phillips and Clarence Tillenius,are featured on two floors of art galleries.The original Winnie the Pooh painting and book Now We Are Six are on display.The main floor features a wonderful gift shop and the amazing restaurant, Tavern In The Park.Free admission. For information,call The Pavilion Gallery at 204.888.5466 ext.25 or the Tavern In The Park restaurant at 204.896.7275 www.partnersinthepark.org Polar Bear – Travel Manitoba For information,call 204.986.5537 Winnie the Pooh... This delightful painting by E.H.Shepard of “Winnie the Pooh”is the only known oil painting of Winnipeg’s famous bear cub. It was purchased at an auction in London late in 2000.The painting is displayed in the Pavilion Gallery in Assiniboine Park. For information,call 204.888.5466 23 English Garden – Marion Ridsdale Assiniboine Park Pavilion – Juncatta International Winnie the Bear Statue – Travel Manitoba The Lyric Theatre Leo Mol Sculpture Garden Assiniboine Forest Experience The Lyric,an outdoor theatre located east of the Pavilion in Assiniboine Park.Showcasing performances by the Royal Winnipeg Ballet,Winnie the Pooh Friendship Festival,Jazz on Tuesday,cultural performances on Thursday and Big Band on Sunday. The Lyric is a place where families can enjoy wonderful entertainment in the natural beauty of Winnipeg’s premier park.Performances start at 7:30 p.m. Free admission. Discover one of Canada’s largest urban nature parks.The looped 1.5 km paved Sagimay Trail takes you through forest and meadow to the Eve Werier Memorial Pond.An 8.5 km system of woodchip trails radiate from the Sagimay Trail.Located at the corner of Chalfont Street and Grant Avenue. Season: June to September Visit the first sculpture garden in North America dedicated to the works of a single artist.The garden and gallery feature bronze sculptures,ceramics, paintings and sketches of celebrated Winnipeg artist Leo Mol.The garden is also home to the Leo Mol Schoolhouse Studio and gift shop.Audio tour tapes are available upon request.Grounds open daily, year-round,from 7:00 a.m.The gallery and Studio are open Tuesday through Sunday,10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.,May 15 - September 1.Free admission. For information,call 204.888.5466 ext.29 www.partnersinthepark.org For information,call 204.986.6531 www.partnersinthepark.org Winnie the Bear Statue Did you know that the famous children’s character Winnie the Pooh was named after Winnipeg? There’s a statue commemorating Winnie the bear and her owner, Captain Harry Colebourn,at the Assiniboine Park Zoo. Each August Winnipeg hosts the “Winnie the Pooh Friendship Festival”in Assiniboine Park. Leo Mol Sculpture Garden – Marion Ridsdale Assiniboine Park is located at 2355 Corydon Avenue.The park may also be accessed from Portage Avenue via a footbridge over the Assiniboine River.All public areas are wheelchair accessible. 24 Living Prairie Museum * St. James Grant’s Old Mill Located west along Portage Avenue, St.James boasts The Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia 24-foot-high European-style galvanized steel trees along Winnipeg Police Museum the Avenue leading to antique shops, cafés and restaurants. Western Canada Aviation Museum Air Force Heritage Park & Museum Living Prairie Museum Winnipeg Police Museum Wander through the wildflowers and grasses of the endangered tall grass prairie.Visit Crocus Days (April), Butterflies and Insects (July) and Spirit of the Prairie Festival (September).Located at 2795 Ness Avenue. Featuring displays and artifacts relating to the history of the Winnipeg Police Force dating from its beginning in 1874 to the present.Open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.Free admission.Located at 130 Allard Avenue. For information,call 204.832.0167 www.city.winnipeg.mb.ca The Avrocar Flying Saucer/Western Canada Aviation Museum For information,call 204.986.3976 Grant’s Old Mill Western Canada Aviation Museum See a working replica of Cuthbert Grant’s original 1829 water-powered mill.During the summer months,grist is ground and sold in souvenir bags.“Pioneer Day”is held annually in August. Wheelchair access main floor only. Located at 2777 Portage Avenue. See more than 24 historic aircraft,including the Avrocar flying saucer,plus aviation artifacts and artwork. The newest exhibit,“Travel Through Time,”illustrates how Canada is connected by air,rail,road and marine transportation.Children can learn through play in SKYWAYS and take a simulated trip through the solar system in SPACEWAYS.Open Monday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.;Sundays and holidays 1:00 p.m.to 4:00 p.m.Located at 958 Ferry Road. For information,call 204.986.5613 (summer) or 204.837.1775 (winter) The Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia For information,call 204.786.5503 www.wcam.mb.ca Permanent exhibits relating to the settlement and development of the St.James-Assiniboia area. William Brown House,located on the museum grounds,is a Red River frame structure built in the late 1850’s.Located at 3180 Portage Avenue. For information,call 204.888.8706 Grant’s Old Mill Air Force Heritage Park & Museum Enjoy the largest Air Park in Canada.Open all year long, it boasts 15 military aircraft presented dramatically in action mountings.The Museum is located on the first floor of 1 Canadian Air Division HQ and contains many outstanding exhibits of national significance. Museum hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.from May 1 to August 31.Free admission. Located north of Sharp Boulevard (Air Force Way) off Ness Avenue.Weekends by reservation only. For information,call 204.833.2500 ext.5993 West End – Gord Peters WestEnd 25 Manitoba Chamber Orchestra The West End and Wolseley area are home to unique shops, bakeries, Royal Winnipeg Rifles Regimental Museum restaurants, museums and, of course, the funky West End Cultural Centre Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada Museum and the internationally recognized Manitoba Chamber Orchestra. Manitoba Moose Winnipeg Blue Bombers West End Cultural Centre Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada Museum View displays of uniforms,weapons,pictures and artifacts from 1870 to the present,telling the story of Western Canada’s oldest Highland unit. Located at 230-969 St.Matthews Avenue. West End Cultural Centre – Brock Hamilton For information,call 204.786.4330 Manitoba Chamber Orchestra Manitoba Moose The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra presents eight concerts annually in the acoustically superb Westminster United Church,at the corner of Westminster Avenue and Maryland Street. MCO has earned an international reputation with its innovative and imaginative programming, on recordings,and through broadcasts and touring. Cheer the Manitoba Moose on as they take to the ice and compete for the AHL Calder Cup. For information,call 204.783.7377 www.manitobachamberorchestra.org See page 20 for more details Winnipeg Blue Bombers Game Day We All Play! It’s always great family fun at Canad Inn Stadium when the Bombers take the field in wide-open,three-down CFL football. See page 20 for more details Royal Winnipeg Rifles Regimental Museum West End Cultural Centre Stop in at this museum depicting Western Canada’s oldest infantry militia unit dating back to1870. It collects,displays and interprets articles and artifacts pertaining to the history of the Regiment. Open Tuesday,6:00 p.m.to 10:00 p.m.Located at the Minto Armoury,969 St.Matthews Avenue. This funky West End concert venue plays host to local, national and international concerts.Friendly and eclectic,this licensed concert club is one of the city’s most popular.Located at 586 Ellice Avenue. For information,call 204.786.4300 ext.492 Manitoba Moose Hockey For information,call 204.783.6918 www.wecc.ca Winnipeg Blue Bombers – Dave Darichuk 26 Red River Exhibition Park * Assiniboia Downs WEST Thunder Rapids Amusement Park Red River Exhibition Park Prairie Dog Central Little Mountain Park Red River Exhibition Park is the site for many events throughout the summer.Located at 3977 Portage Avenue,just west of the Perimeter. The “Prairie Dog”is a fully restored 1900-era vintage train with five wooden coaches powered by either an 1882 steam locomotive No.3 or a vintage diesel. The train departs from Inkster Junction which is 1 km north of Inkster on Prairie Dog Trail. Prairie Dog Central Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre St. Andrew’s Rectory * Lower Fort Garry Maple Grove at Kennedy House Winnipeg Flying Club St. Andrews Locks and Dam * JustOutof Town Red River Valley Swap Meet & Old Car Festival: May 22 - 23,2004 Red River Exhibition: June 24 - July 3,2004 Canad Inns Winter Wonderland: November 26,2004 - January 7,2005 Skinner’s Wet ‘N Wild Waterslide Park For information,call 204.888.6990 or the RREX Event Hotline 204.989.3456 Kenosewun Visitor Centre and Museum www.redriverex.com Grand Beach * Pineridge Hollow Harbour View Recreation Complex The Costume Museum of Canada Assiniboia Downs Live thoroughbred racing.Sundays and holidays are Family Fun Days with a petting zoo,pony rides, and giant inflatable games.Licensed terrace dining room overlooks the race track.Year-round simulcast wagering on races from tracks around the globe. Located at 3975 Portage Avenue. Season: May to October For tickets,call 204.832.5259 www.vintagelocomotivesociety.mb.ca Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre Awarded “World’s Best Environmental Experience” by British Airways,this birders’paradise is set in a reclaimed 36 sq.km marsh and tall-grass setting. Enjoy exhibits,theatre shows,observation deck, canoe excursions,songbird banding,hiking trails, gift shop and café.Open year-round.Located 20 minutes north of Winnipeg on Highway 6 or 7 and 220. For information,call 204.885.3330 www.assiniboiadowns.com For information,call 204.467.3300 or 1.888.50.MARSH www.ducks.ca/ohmic Thunder Rapids Amusement Park NORTH There is something fun for every age! Thunder Rapids Amusement Park is a great place for the whole family or grab a group of friends and come play. St. Andrew’s Rectory National Historic Site of Canada See page 34 for more details NORTHWEST Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of Canada/Travel Manitoba Season: public excursions and private charters from May to September.Public excursions operate on Sundays during May,June and September;Saturdays and Sundays during July and August,and holiday Mondays. Little Mountain Park Enjoy hiking trails,a limestone quarry and numerous picnic sites.Naturalist-guided tours by reservation. Off-leash dog park area.Located on Klimpke Road, northwest of Route 90 and Inkster Blvd. For information,call 204.832.0167 View exhibits depicting the history of the rectory and its founders.Enjoy the beauty of the restored rectory (built in 1850-55) and period landscaping. Special events are held throughout the season. Located on the River Road Heritage Parkway and St.Andrews Road. Season: mid-May to Labour Day For information,call 204.334.6405 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/standrewsrectory 27 Grand Beach/Travel Manitoba Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of Canada Costumed staff recreate the 1850’s fur trade era at this authentic and intact stone fort.Enjoy plays,music, or special events such as Children’s Days.View an audiovisual presentation and visit the refurbished historic buildings and gift shop.Open daily 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. Located on Highway 9,32 km north of Winnipeg. Season: mid-May to Labour Day For information,call 1.877.534.3678 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/garry Prairie Dog Central EAST St. Andrews Locks and Dam Harbour View Recreation Complex Use the locks,read the interpretive plaques,or stroll through the park on the west bank of the Red River. Located on Highway 44 in Lockport. Enjoy a day of play with a nine-hole par 27 golf course, miniature golf,driving range,lawn bowling,tennis, horseshoes,shuffleboard,sand volleyball and paddleboats.During the winter,enjoy ice skating on the lake, tobogganing,cross-country skiing and broomball. Professional golf and cross-country ski instruction and rental equipment is available.Located 2.5 km east of Highway 59 at 1867 Springfield Road, within Kilcona Park.Open year-round. Skinner’s Wet ’N Wild Waterslide Park Slip-slide the day away on the six featured waterslides or enjoy a game of mini golf and more.Open daily. See page 34 for more details For information,call 204.222.2751 Kenosewun Visitor Centre and Museum Assiniboia Downs/Travel Manitoba Maple Grove at Kennedy House A glassed-in veranda overlooks the historic Red River and one of the most beautiful heritage floral gardens in Manitoba.The Tea Room offers homemade soups, sandwiches,salads and home baking daily.Captain Kennedy,fur trader and Arctic Explorer,once lived in this home,which is now a museum.Located in St.Andrews on River Road. Named Kenosewun,from the Cree word meaning “There are many fishes”. Visit the centre and explore a park that holds 3,000 years of history, Free interpretive programs available from May to September.Located on Highway 44 on the Red River’s east bank. For information,call 204.757.2902 or 204.785.5080 Grand Beach For information,call 204.334.2498 Known to be one of the finest beaches in the world! Less than one hour outside the city,on the shore of Lake Winnipeg,is this 3 km beach with its fine white sand.Featuring a campground,beach volleyball courts, play structures,boardwalk,food and clothing vendors, it’s no wonder that it attracts over 20,000 visitors each summer weekend. Winnipeg Flying Club Pineridge Hollow Take a scenic tour over Winnipeg or the Red River and Lake Winnipeg areas.When you decide to take to the skies,choose the very best way to get there... the sky is the limit! Charters also available.Located just north of Highways 9 and 27 in St.Andrews. Just outside Birds Hill Park off Garven Road is a wonderful escape to a simpler time of tea,gourmet food, treasure shopping and splendid gardens.Join in one of the many craft or gardening workshops or simply enjoy the landscaped beauty of this quaint oasis. For information,call 204.338.7927 www.wfc.mb.ca For information,call 204.777.3880 www.pineridgehollow.com Season: May to October,closed Mondays The Costume Museum of Canada Try on the Costume Museum of Canada for size! The museum is home to a 35,000 piece collection of clothing,accessories and textile artifacts that span 400 years.For 2004,the museum will highlight the many costumes that have made Winnipeg’s Rainbow Stage productions such a success.Located 25 minutes from Winnipeg at the northwest junction of Highway 15 and PR 206 in Dugald. For information,call 204.853.2166 www.costumemuseum.com Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre/Travel Manitoba 28 Fun Mountain Waterslide Park Grand Prix Amusements EAST Fun Mountain Waterslide Park Victory Lane Speedway Émue Ville Open daily from June through Labour Day, this “tropical prairie oasis”offers everything from waterslides to mini golf and more! Victory Lane Speedway See page 35 for more details The checkered flag drops for another exciting year of stock car racing at Victory Lane Speedway.Revving up for the 10th season starting April 26,Victory Lane features five classes including Modifieds,Super Stocks, Super Trucks,Streets and 4 cyl Stocks.Kids 12 and under free.Racing every Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. Located on Highway 75,5 km south of St.Norbert. Tinkertown Amusements Mennonite Heritage Village * JustOutof Town St. Norbert Arts Centre La Barrière Park Grand Prix Amusements For the kid in all of us,Grand Prix Amusements offers go-cart racing,bumper cars,a batting cage and more! See page 35 for more details Season: May to September For information,call 204.582.0527 www.victorylane.mb.ca Tinkertown Amusements A great location for a day of fun with more than 20 rides and attractions at this family friendly amusement park. See page 35 for more details Mennonite Heritage Village With 37 buildings that tell a distinct story,the working historic village also houses a large modern exhibition and archival area,features an artist of the month, the Library Café,Livery Barn Restaurant,General Store,oxen rides,farm animals and Canada's only working windmill that grinds organic flour for sale. Open year-round with reduced access and hours during the winter months.Just 45 minutes from downtown Winnipeg in Steinbach.Take the Trans Canada (#1) Highway East and 15 km south on Highway 12. For information,call 204.326.9661 www.mennoniteheritagevillage.mb.ca St. Norbert Arts Centre St.Norbert Arts Centre is a remarkable and vibrant place for ideas and art.The Centre is located on the historical site of the former Trappist Monastery in St.Norbert,birthplace of the Red River Métis Nation. Just 20 minutes from downtown Winnipeg,the Centre is surrounded by fields,forest,gardens and river – a lovely setting to excite the imaginations of all who come to visit.The St.Norbert Arts Centre champions the creative spirit of the Arts.Located at 100 rue des Ruines du Monastère. For information,call 204.269.0564 www.snac.mb.ca La Barrière Park Canoe,fish,hike and bike in the summer or enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Nature tours available by reservation.Located on Waverley Street,south of the Perimeter Highway. For information,call 204.832.0167 SOUTH Mennonite Heritage Village/Travel Manitoba,Sprint Car/Victory Lane Speedway Émeu Ville Find out all about the emeu,considered to be one of the closest living relatives of the dinosaur during your tour at this unique attraction. See page 34 for more details St.Norbert Arts Centre Shopping St. Vital Centre Corydon Avenue With 160 stores,The Bay,Wal-Mart,Sears,Chapters and Famous Players Silver City movie theatre, the newly renovated St.Vital Centre also features a 550-seat food hall with two magnificent 50-foot-high fireplaces.Located at Bishop Grandin Boulevard and St.Mary’s Road. Corydon is a magical street that transforms itself to suit your mood and your lifestyle.You’ll find a dazzling mix of fashion boutiques,restaurants,curio and antique shops,jewellery,furniture,gift stores, a book and plant store,upscale second-hand boutiques and anything else you can imagine. For information,call 204.257.5646 www.stvitalcentre.com Winnipeg Square Polo Park Shopping Centre With over 200 stores on two spacious levels,from one-of-a-kind specialty boutiques to national chains and department stores,it doesn’t matter where you start – one great store leads to another. Located west of downtown on Portage Avenue. www.polopark.ca Academy Road Academy Road offers the finest shops and services, catering to the discriminating shopper,with designeroriginal fashions,toy and gift shops,bakeries, a specialty grocery store,coffee houses and restaurants,gourmet catered fare,a chocolatier and a gourmet food and wine store. Find it here first! Winnipeg’s largest underground mall, offering over 45 shops,services and restaurants catering to the needs of downtown workers,business travellers and tourists.Shop the Square,downstairs at Portage and Main. For information and mall hours,call 204.949.7140 Feel the Vibe at Portage Place! Winnipeg’s premier urban shopping centre is charged with over 125 exciting shops,services and restaurants,Winnipeg’s only Holt Renfrew Last Call and the spectacular Entertainment Level,featuring Globe Cinema, IMAX Theatre and Prairie Theatre Exchange. Convenient underground parking.Located in the heart of downtown on Portage Avenue between Carlton and Vaughan. For information,call 204.925.4636 www.portageplace.mb.ca For information,call 204.989.1817 www.cityplacewinnipeg.com Osborne Village Merchants offer a variety of goods from coffee to cookware,books to home furnishings,giftware to gold,music to pottery.Contemporary fashions suited to every style are offered in many fine stores. For information,call 204.474.1008 www.escape.ca/~ovbiz Grant Park Shopping Centre Find over 80 shops and services just minutes west of Pembina Highway on Grant Avenue. For information,call 204.453.7186 www.escape.ca/~grantprk Garden City Shopping Centre Regional shopping centre located at McPhillips Street and Leila Avenue. For information,call 204.339.0956 Exchange District Essential Downtown Shopping! cityplace is in the heart of the city and features shops,restaurants, a liquor mart and a pharmacy.Located on St.Mary Avenue,between Donald and Hargrave. For information,call 204.284.3700 www.corydonbiz.com Portage Place Shopping Centre For information,call 204.487.7300 cityplace 29 Winnipeg’s historic Exchange District is a wonderful shopping discovery.From antique stores,bookstores and galleries to gift shops,clothing and furniture stores,the Exchange area is eclectic and fun. For information,call 204.942.6716 www.exchangedistrict.org Kildonan Place A regional shopping centre with 100 stores and services,including department stores Sears and Zellers,as well as Famous Players Cinemas. Located at 1555 Regent Avenue West. For information,call 204.661.6116 www.kildonanplace.com 30 Festivals&Events Centara Corporation New Music Festival Red River Valley Swap Meet & Old Car Festival January 29 – February 4,2005 May 22 – 23,2004 The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra presents the best in cutting-edge music at the 13th annual New Music Festival.Music by living composers from Canada and around the world is performed by the WSO and guest soloists. This event features vintage automobiles and classics from before 1975.Also featured at this event is Manitoba’s largest Swap Meet showcasing long lost treasures and missing pieces that all car buffs long to find.Located at Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue,just west of the Perimeter. For information,call 204.949.3999 February 13 – 22,2004 For information,call 204.222.2298 or the RREX Event Hotline 204.989.3456 www.redriverex.com Western Canada’s largest winter festival celebrates 35 years in 2004! Shakespeare in the Ruins See page 32 for more details May 28 – June 26,2004 Le Festival du Voyageur Folklorama NSI Film Exchange Canadian Film Festival March 2 – 6,2004 Delegates from across Canada and the world gather with local audiences to experience an international calibre film festival that features an exciting collection of short and feature-length films,professional training opportunities,informative industry sessions,great parties,and free screenings on SnowScreen – an outdoor movie screen carved out of snow! Teddy Bears’ Picnic May 30,2004 Winnipeg Comedy Festival March 24 – March 28,2004 For information,call 204.787.4000 Canada's funniest comics converge in Winnipeg for five fun nights of stand-up,sketch,and improvisational comedy.Venues throughout downtown host the best and funniest performers in comedy today. For information and tickets,call 204.284.9477 The Winnipeg Wine Festival May 6 – 8,2004 The Festival begins with a Gala Dinner on Thursday, May 6,2004 featuring a five-course meal with some of the world’s finest wines complementing each course.The public tastings,featuring over 370 wines from around the world,will be on Friday,May 7 and Saturday,May 8 from 7:00 p.m.to 10:00 p.m. Proceeds to Manitoba Special Olympics. For information,call 204.780.3333 Winnipeg Jazz Festival – siamandas.com For tickets,call 204.942.5483 after May 1st 2004 www.shakespeareintheruins.com Join Dr.Goodbear and friends in Assiniboine Park for a fun-filled day of music,activities,and health education at one of Manitoba’s largest outdoor events.Brought to you by the Children’s Hospital Foundation. www.nsi-canada.ca The Winnipeg Folk Festival This year,“As You Like It”by William Shakespeare. Explore the untouched beauty of the Lagimodiére – Gaboury Historic park in St.Boniface in SIR’s promenading company. Winnipeg International Airshow June 5 – 6,2004 Skies come alive with Canadian and American military aircraft,civilian aerobatic performers and incredible pyro simulations.An outstanding ground display with pilots and ground crews on hand to explain the intricacies of their flying machines.The Airshow also features a trade show,musical presentations and children’s activities. For information,call 204.257.8400 www.winnipegairshow.mb.ca Winnipeg International Children’s Festival June 10 – 13,2004 A weekend of fun for the kids! Singers,dancers, storytellers and clowns from around the world bring colour,laughter and song to The Forks each June. Painted faces,yummy treats,wildly original artwork and tons of fun will delight your child. For information,call 204.958.4730 www.kidsfest.ca 31 Red River Exhibition Jazz Winnipeg Festival Canada Day Celebrations Folklorama June 17 – 26,2004 July 1,2004 August 1 – 14,2004 Winnipeg becomes a hot bed for jazz with this week-long event.Join the world’s finest jazz and new groove artists at this downtown festival.Tons of free shows,unbeatable ticket prices and fabulous performances make this year’s festival a must-see. On Canada’s birthday the party is always happening at The Forks and on Osborne in the Village.Great music, food,shopping and fun make these parties the place to be seen.Come sing “O Canada”and mingle with your new best friends. For information,call 204.989.4656 www.jazzwinnipeg.com A Taste of Manitoba Experience the energy of the largest and longest running multicultural event of its kind in the world! From traditional home-cooked meals to electrifying nightly performances by local,national and international entertainers, Folklorama will create a feast for the senses as you experience 40-plus cultural pavilions. Delight in 14 summer nights in one extremely diverse and impressive city. Red River Exhibition June 24 – July 3,2004 Featuring North America's #1 midway,with rides, games and mouth watering food.Plus stage acts, children's entertainers,commercial and creative exhibits,agricultural exhibits,youth talent shows and Canada Day celebrations! Located at Red River Exhibition Park,3977 Portage Avenue,just west of the Perimeter. For information,call 204.888.6990 or the RREX Event Hotline 204.989.3456 www.redriverex.com July 7 – 11,2004 This five-day festival offers guests the opportunity to taste the fare at up to 28 fabulous provincial restaurants and over 80 different menu items. Live entertainment,interactive children’s area, belt sander racing,bartending competition, demonstrations and much more! Open 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.Located in Memorial Park. For information,call 204.783.9955 www.dinemanitoba.com Winnipeg Folk Festival July 8 – 11,2004 Musical discoveries abound at Winnipeg’s internationally acclaimed Folk Festival,featuring seven daytime stages, evening Main Stage,over 60 acts,hand made crafts, a Family Area,and food from around the globe.Located at Birds Hill Provincial Park,north on Highway 59. For information,call 204.231.0096 www.winnipegfolkfestival.ca Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival July 14 – 25,2004 North America’s second largest Fringe Festival features over 120 theatre companies from near and far presenting exciting and innovative theatre over 12 jam-packed days.Enjoy great family entertainment at Old Market Square in Winnipeg’s Exchange District,where the Outdoor Stage and Kids Fringe feature buskers,street performers and bands from noon to midnight daily. For information,call 204.943.7464 www.winnipegfringe.com Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival – siamandas.com For information,call 204.982.6230 or 1.800.665.0234 www.folklorama.ca Pooh Friendship Day August 15,2004 Celebrate the “Pooh meaning of friendship”at Assiniboine Park.Meet Winnie the Pooh,Tigger, Eeyore and friends from the 100-Acre Woods. Experience Disney magic with interactive activities, face-painting,arts and crafts and continuous performances at the Lyric Theatre.Admission to the festival is FREE. TM For information,call 204.888.5466 ext.24 www.partnersinthepark.org Power Smart Festival of Lights Parade November 20,2004 Come and take part in the largest lit parade in Canada! The Night of Lights kicks off the holiday season at Portage and Main in downtown Winnipeg. See page 32 for more details Canad Inns Winter Wonderland November 26,2004 – January 7,2005 Enjoy in the warmth and comfort of your vehicle the newest and largest winter drive-through light show at Red River Exhibition Park. See page 33 for more details 32 WinterFun Festival of Lights Parade * Le Festival du Voyageur Winnipeg in the winter is cool! Festivals, arts and culture abound in a city Canad Inns Winter Wonderland blanketed in white and celebrated in lights.Whether you're a culture vulture NSI Film Exchange Canadian Film Festival or a winter sports enthusiast, there's always a good time when the mercury drops.Take part in one of our winter celebrations, go for a skate or snuggle by the fire with a warm cocoa...but most of all...stay cool! Power Smart Festival of Lights Parade November 22,2004 Come and take part in the largest lit parade in Canada! The Night of Lights kicks off the holiday season at Portage and Main in downtown Winnipeg and is followed by the very illuminating parade.For the grand finale,watch the spectacular fireworks at Memorial Park.Bring family and friends to celebrate the start of the festive season! For information,call 204.831.5586 www.festivaloflightsparade.com Le Festival du Voyageur Le Festival du Voyageur February 13 – 22,2004 Western Canada’s largest winter festival celebrates 35 years in 2004! The Festival du Voyageur is a celebration of the heritage and the “joie de vivre”of the fur traders and pioneers.This 10-day festival features fun events for the whole family:choose from over 300 contemporary and traditional music shows,meet fascinating personalities at historic Fort Gibraltar,cheer on international dog-sled races,admire world-class snow sculptures and much more! Watch for early bird special admission prices,including the new family 10-day pass! New Year’s Eve at The Forks For information,call 204.237.7692 www.festivalvoyageur.mb.ca Thunder Rapids Amusement Park 33 Did you know? That in the winter the River Trail becomes a 3 km skating rink,winding its way from Hugo Street to St.Boniface. If you add the 1.2 km above ground trail that winds through The Forks and down to the river,you have the longest outdoor skating rink in Canada! Outdoor SnowScreen/NSI Film Exchange Canadian Film Festival Ice Skating at The Forks/The Forks,Downtown lights – siamandas.com Canad Inns Winter Wonderland NSI Film Exchange Canadian Film Festival November 26,2004 – January 7,2005 March 2 – 6,2004 Enjoy in the warmth and comfort of your vehicle, the newest and largest winter drive-through light show at Red River Exhibition Park.The massive Winter Wonderland Light Show features 18 animated theme areas with over 100,000 lights and displays as large as 125' wide and 40' high.Open daily 6:00 p.m.to 10:00 p.m.except Christmas Day. Located at Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue,just west of the Perimeter. Where else but Winnipeg could you celebrate great film on an outdoor screen carved from snow? Join the world at Winnipeg's annual NSI Film Exchange Canadian Film Festival and enjoy Canada's coolest film festival. www.nsi-canada.ca For information,call 204.888.6990 or the RREX Event Hotline 204.989.3456 www.redriverex.com Night of Lights – B & C Alexander, Sleigh Ride on the River/Festival du Voyageur Santa and Reindeer at Assiniboine Zoo – B & C Alexander 34 KidsPlay Manitoba Children’s Museum Manitoba Theatre for Young People You don’t have to be a kid to enjoy yourself at these attractions, Science Gallery but being a kid at heart certainly helps! These family friendly Skinner’s Wet ‘N Wild Waterslide Park * * Thunder Rapids Amusement Park attractions will not only keep your imagination going, but your children going as well. Émeu Ville Fun Mountain Waterslide Park Grand Prix Amusements Did you know... that during the spring mating Fort Whyte Centre and the fall pre-denning periods,in excess of 65,000 Garter Snakes congregate at the dens in the snake pits in Narcisse, Manitoba. The dens are a network of crevasses and caverns extending to the earth’s surface, which were formed by underground water that eroded and collapsed the limestone. Tinkertown Amusements Manitoba Children’s Museum Thunder Rapids Amusement Park Open daily at The Forks,the Manitoba Children’s Museum offers hands-on fun for the whole family. Enjoy the gorgeous 18-hole miniature golf course, go-carts,water gun bumper boats,batting cages, video games,concession stand,a huge free jungle gym and picnic areas.Hours of operation are spring to fall,noon till dusk.Summer,10:00 a.m.to 10:00 p.m., except Sundays from noon till 10:00 p.m. Located at 5058 Portage Avenue (2-1/2 miles west of Assiniboia Downs). See page 4 for more details Manitoba Theatre for Young People Come to the beautiful CanWest Global Performing Arts Centre at The Forks for the very best in theatre for young audiences that parents will enjoy too! See page 4 for more details Science Gallery For information,call 204.885.7223 www.thunderrapids.ca Don’t miss the fun at The Manitoba Museum Science Gallery where hands-on interactive exhibits will challenge and delight both you and the kids. Émeu Ville See page 10 for more details Skinner’s Wet ’N Wild Waterslide Park Thunder Rapids Amusement Park Slip-slide away on four giant slides and two (one large) children’s slides.You may also enjoy mini golf,bumper boats,play area,lots of picnic facilities,restaurant,gift shop and video den. Open daily.Located 20 minutes north of Winnipeg on Highway 44. Season: mid-May to end of August For information,call 204.757.2623 or 204.757.4627 An emeuzing experience.Educational tour about emeus.Gorgeous flower beds,picnic area,canteen, train ride and specialty gift shop.Located 10 minutes south of Winnipeg down Highway 59,1 km west of Ile des Chênes on Leclaire Road. For information and reservations, call 204.878.2583 www.emeuville.com Grand Prix Amusements 35 Émeu Ville,Tinkertown Amusements Skinner’s Wet ‘N Wild Waterslide Park,Red River Exhibition Bison/Fort Whyte Centre Fun Mountain Waterslide Park Fort Whyte Centre Tinkertown Amusements A “tropical prairie oasis”with 10 exciting waterslides, certified lifeguards,brand new Tropical Falls 18-hole mini golf,bumper boat and pedal boat rentals, concessions,gift shop and arcade.Group and birthday rates available.Open daily 10:00 a.m. (weather permitting) early June thru Labour Day weekend.Located on Murdock Road (south) off Highway 1 East. Winnipeg’s award-winning nature centre showcasing the 70-acre,40-head Bison Prairie exhibit,hiking trails with a new prairie dog exhibit,family treehouse, bird feeding stations,floating boardwalks,sod house, tipi encampment and waterfowl in their native pond habitats.Year-round outdoor activities include fishing and hiking.Winter activities include snowshoeing,skating and a super toboggan slide. Open all year! Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m; plus extended summer and fall hours. “Come to the town where the train goes around.” This family amusement park has 20 rides and attractions including mini golf,arcade,food concessions,gift shop and Western Canada’s only antique “Tin Lizzie”car ride.Located on Highway 1 East at Murdock Road. For information,call 204.255.3910 Grand Prix Amusements Rev up the excitement with go-cart racing on three challenging courses for ages 4 to adult. Enjoy 18-hole pirate theme mini golf,batting cages,bumper cars and boats,trampolines, nerf cannons,a concession stand and an arcade. Open May thru September.Located on Highway 1 East,just 4 km from the Royal Canadian Mint. For information,call 204.254.3644 www.grandprixamusements.com For information,call 204.989.8355 www.fortwhyte.org Season: May to September For information and hours of operation, call 204.257.8095 www.tinkertown.mb.ca 36 Golf Golf Club Address Phone Private Public Holes Driving Range Reservation Time Assiniboine Golf Club 2045 Ness Avenue 204.988.9313 Y Y 9 (12 greens) Members only 1 day Bel Acres Golf & C.C. North on Sturgeon Road 204.632.8341 Semi private Y 18 Y 5 days Breezy Bend C.C. 7620 Roblin Boulevard 204.895.7205 Y N 18 Y 2 days Crescent Drive Golf Course 781 Crescent Drive 204.986.5911 N Y 9 N 3 days Elmhurst Golf & C.C Garven Road 204.224.2244 Y N 18 Y 2 days Glendale Golf & C.C. 400 Augier Avenue 204.832.1306 Y N 18 Y 7 days Harbour View Golf Course 1867 Springfield Road 204.222.2751 N Y 9 Y 3 days John Blumberg Golf Course & C.C. 4540 Portage Avenue 204.986.3490 N Y 18/9 Y 3 days Kildonan Park Golf Course 2021 Main Street 204.986.5679 N Y 18 N 3 days Larters at St.Andrews Golf & C.C. 30 River Road 204.334.2107 Y Y 18 Y 7 days Niakwa Country Club 620 Niakwa Road 204.256.7326 Y N 18 Y 7 days Pine Ridge Golf Club Garven Road & Pine Ridge Road 204.222.6477 Y N 18 Y 3 days River Oaks Golf Course South on Waverley Street 204.261.4653 N Y 18 N 2 days Rossmere Country Club 925 Watt Street 204.988.1540 Y Y 18 Y 3 days Shooters Golf Club 2731 Main Street 204.339.2326 N Y 18 Y 7 days St.Boniface Golf Club 100 Youville Street 204.233.9276 Semi private Y 18 N 1 day St.Charles Country Club 100 Country Club Boulevard 204.888.8229 Y N 27 Y 7 days Southwood Golf & C.C. 101 Markham Road 204.269.7867 Y N 18 Y 2 days The Players Golf Course 2695 Inkster Boulevard 204.697.4976 N Y 9 Y 3 days Transcona Golf Club 2120 Dugald Road 204.222.6171 Semi private Y 18 Members only 3 days Tuxedo Golf Course 400 Shaftesbury Boulevard 204.888.2867 N Y 18 Y 3 days Wildewood Golf Club 761 North Drive 204.474.1389 Semi private Y 9 (x2) N 1 day Windsor Park Golf Course 10 Rue des Meurons 204.986.3006 N Y 18 N 3 days Winnipeg Canoe Club 56 Dunkirk Drive 204.233.1105 N Y 9 N 7 days Out of Town Courses Beausejour Golf Course Girouxsalem Golf & C.C. Ridgewood South Golf & C.C. Netley Creek Golf Course Selkirk Golf & C.C. Hecla Golf Club Pelican Beach Golf & C.C Mars Sandhills Resort & Golf Club MacGregor Town & Country Rat River Golf Course The Links @ Quarry Oaks Kingswood Golf & C.C. Grand Pines Golf Course Gimli Golf Club Falcon Lake Golf Course Carman Golf Club Golfing – Juncatta International 204.268.2010 204.326.5722 204.326.6225 204.738.4653 204.482.2053 1.800.267.6700 204.642.8858 204.265.6444 204.685.2585 204.433.7177 204.326.4653 204.736.4079 204.756.2345 204.642.8310 204.349.2554 204.745.2366