Manitoba Attractions and
Resources
The Forks -
Welcome to Winnipeg’s most popular gathering place for shopping,
dining and year-round fun and adventure! Located downtown at the
junction of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, people have been making
history here for thousands of years.
By day or evening, enjoy acres of riverside attractions. Sample
global menus and the finest fresh food, meet the merchants and
explore shops you won’t find anywhere else. Or follow the beat of a
different drummer and discover non-stop entertainment, rivertrails,
parks and the beauty of our historic port. Tel. (204) 942-6302;
Website: www.theforks.com
200 - 350 Portage Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 0C3
Tel: 204-943-7752
Fax: 204-943-7915
Manitoba Legislative Building
(PHS) - Completed in
1920, the Beaux-Arts Classical-style building features a grand
staircase, matching bison statues, Manitoba Tyndall stone and the
famous Golden Boy statue atop this grand structure. The grounds
contain statues of Queen Victoria, La Vérendrye, statesmen and poets. Location:
Broadway and Osborne.
Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-8755
Fax: 204-948-2384
Email:
elaine.kisiow@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html
Stonewall Quarry Park-
Giant limestone kilns form the focus of this unique park,
which features a walking trail, manmade lake, beach, picnic areas,
ball diamonds and campground. Quarry Days
are celebrated the third weekend in August. Open daily May 1 to
September long weekend; lake open June to September long weekend;
centre is open by appointment only from September to May 1. Guided
tours on request. Tel. 204-467-7980; fax: 204-467-7985; Website:
www.stonewall.ca E-mail: stoneqp@stonewall.ca Location: Stonewall.
Box 250, 166 MAIN ST
STONEWALL, MB CANADA
R0C 2Z0
Tel: 204-467-7980
Fax: 204-467-7985
Email:
stoneqp@stonewall.ca
Web:
www.stonewall.ca
Winnipeg Art Gallery -
The gallery houses a collection of contemporary, historical
and decorative art, as well as the world's largest public collection
of contemporary Inuit art. Rooftop restaurant and gift shop. Open
Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., closed
Mondays and statutory holidays. Admission charged. Tel.
204-786-6641; fax: 204-788-4998; Website: www.wag.mb.ca E-mail:
inquiries@wag.mb.ca Location: 300 Memorial Boulevard.
300 Memorial Blvd.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 1V1
Tel: 204-786-6641
Fax: 204-788-4998
Email:
inquiries@wag.mb.ca
Web:
www.wag.mb.ca
Birds Hill Provincial
Parkk
Featuring hills and ridges formed by ancient glaciers, this 35 sq.
km/22 sq. mi. acre park has a lake, oak and aspen forests, native
prairie wildflowers (including several species of rare orchids),
deer, waterfowl and songbirds. Facilities include camping, swimming,
picnic sites, a riding stable, a restaurant, a beach concession and
a convenience store. There are 30 km/18.5 mi. of trails for walking
and cross-country skiing and a 7.2 km/4.5 mi. paved bicycle and
roller blading trails.
Interpretive programs are available on a year-round basis for groups
of all ages. Every July the park hosts the Winnipeg Folk Festival.
Location: 24 km/15 mi. northeast of Winnipeg on PTH 59.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email:
nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.manitobaparks.com
Royal Canadian Mint -
Circulation coins for Canada and many foreign nations are
produced here. Tours: from Labour Day to Victoria Day, 9 a.m. - 5
p.m. (Tuesday through Saturday); during December, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(Monday through Saturday); from Victoria Day to Labour Day, 9 a.m. -
5 p.m. (Monday through Sunday). Explore our on-site museum and
boutique. Services offered in both official languages. Admission
charged. Tel. 204-983-6429; toll-free: 1-877-WPG-MINT; fax:
204-255-5203; Website: www.mint.ca e-mail: boutiquewpg@mint.ca
Location: 520 Lagimodière Boulevard.
Monnaie Royale Canadienne - La monnaie qui circule
au Canada et celle de nombreux autres payes est fabriquée à cet
établissement. Visites guidées : De la Fête du Travail à la fête de
la Reine : 9 h à 17 h (du mardi au samedi). Pour le mois de décembre
: de 9 h à 17 h (du lundi au samedi). De la fête de la Reine à la
Fête du Travail : de 9 h à 17 h (du lundi au dimanche). Boutique et
musée à explorer. Services offerts dans les deux langues officielles.
Frais d’entrée. Réservez au : 204-983-6429; sans frais :
1-877-WPG-MINT; fax : 204-255-5203; site web : www.monnaie.ca;
courriel : boutiquewpg@mint.ca; Endroit : 520, boulevard Lagimodière.
520 Lagimodiere Blvd.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R2J 3E7
Toll Free: 1-877-WPG-MINT
Tel: 204-983-6429
Fax: 204-255-5203
Email:
boutiquewpg@mint.ca
Web:
www.mint.ca
Margaret Laurence Home (PHS)
- is a living memorial to Margaret Laurence. A wide variety of her
memorabilia includes doctoral robes and hoods, typewriter, honourary
degrees and some of the original furniture. Gift shop on site. Open
mid-May to September 30, daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; by appointment rest
of year. Tours welcome. Admission charged. Tel. 204-476-3612,
204-476-5622; Web: www.margaretlaurencehome.ca E-mail: mlh@mts.net
Location: 312 First Avenue North.
Box 20999
NEEPAWA, MB CANADA
R0J 1H0
Tel: 204-476-3612/204-476-5622
Email:
mlh@mts.net
Web:
www.margaretlaurencehome.ca
Hecla Provincial Park -
Lush forest, rugged shoreline, scenic beaches and bountiful
wildlife blend within this pristine park land. Venture through the
park's many hiking and cross-country ski trails. Other facilities
include a campground, vacation cabins, a bed and breakfast home,
tennis courts, a championship 18-hole golf course, a resort and
conference centre, and marina. Interpretive programs and guided
tours are available seasonally. For reservations at the Family
Vacation Cabins tel. 204-948-3333 or toll-free: 1-888-482-2267.
Location: north of Riverton on Hwy. 8.
Hecla Village features a 1 km self-guiding
trail through the restored village, tracing the history of Icelandic
settlement in the area. Restored buildings include a church,
community hall, 1920s school, Icelandic home and a village store
still in operation. Hecla Island is named after an Icelandic
volcano. Guided walks by a park interpreter are available in summer.
Hecla Fish Station contains an exhibit on
commercial fishing.
Heritage Home Museum is a restored and
furnished Icelandic household from the 1920s and 1940s periods.
The Wildlife Viewing Tower is a popular
morning and evening rendezvous for wildlife viewers and
photographers.
The Grassy Narrows Marsh hiking and biking
trails lead you to boardwalks and viewing blinds to gain spectacular
views of waterfowl and wildlife.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email:
nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.manitobaparks.com
Whiteshell Provincial
Park - This spectacular park offers over 2,729 km²/1,689
mi. of dazzling waters and lush forests. Park visitors of all ages
enjoy hiking, mountain biking, tennis, quiet beaches and water
sports of all kinds. Over 200 lakes offer walleye, northern pike,
perch, smallmouth bass and lake trout fishing excitement.
A year-round playground, the Whiteshell offers winter lovers
cross-country and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, winter
hiking, skating and snowmobiling. The park has three entrance
points: Hwy. 1 from the east or west, from the south on the La
Vérendrye Trail at Hwy. 44 and driving northward on PR 307. To enter
the park from the north take Hwy. 11 on the La Vérendrye Trail to
Seven Sisters on PR 307. Web site: www.manitobaparks.com E-mail:
nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email:
nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.manitobaparks.com
Rainbow Stage - produces
full-scale Broadway-style professional musical theatre at Canada's
longest-running outdoor theatre in Kildonan Park. Winter productions
are staged at Pantages Playhouse Theatre. Tel. 204-989-5261, box
office: 204-989-0888; 1-888-989-0888; fax: 204-989-5266; Web:
www.rainbowstage.net E-mail: rbstage@mts.net Location: Kildonan
Park, 2021 Main Street.
200 - 180 Market Avenuee
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 0P7
Toll Free: 1-888-989-0888
Tel: 204-989-5261
Fax: 204-989-5266
Email:
rbstage@mts.net
Web:
www.rainbowstage.net
The Canadian Fossil Discovery
Centre - houses the largest collection of marine reptile fossils
in Canada and features "Bruce", a 43 ft. (13 meter ) Mosasaur.
Discover Manitoba's prehistory and the sea monsters that lived in
the Western Interior Seaway. Experience a Fossil Dig Adventure Tour
along the Manitoba Escarpment searching for and excavating fossils
on an 80 million year old sea bed. School, youth and group museum
tours available year round. Dig tours available May to September.
Summer Kids programs Monday to Friday in July and August. Open daily
1 - 5 p.m. September to May; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. June to August. Tel.
204-822-3406; Web: www.discoverfossils.com E-mail: info@discoverfossils.com
Location: Lower Level, Recreation Centre, 2nd and Gilmour.
111-B Gilmour Streett
MORDEN, MB CANADA
R6M 1N9
Tel: 204-822-3406
Fax: 204-272-3303
Email:
info@discoverfossils.com
Web:
www.discoverfossils.com
Asessippi Ski Area and Resort
- This family resort is a total entertainment centre with
25 downhill ski/board runs, one quad and two triple chair lifts,
wonder carpet, half pipe, terrain and tubing park. An enormous
winter village and day lodge with a food court, conference/banquet
facilities, friendly neighbourhood pub, arcade, gift shop and fully
equipped rental/pro shop. Ski and snowboard lessons, night skiing
and school/group packages. Summer river tubing, paintball and kayak
rentals. Tel. 204-564-2000; fax: 204-564-2179; Website:
www.asessippi.com E-mail: sales@asessippi.com Location: in Asessippi
Provincial Park.
Box 700
INGLIS, MB CANADA
R0J 0X0
Tel: 204-564-2000
Fax: 204-564-2179
Email:
sales@asessippi.com
Web:
www.asessippi.com
Western Canada Aviation
Museum - Your aviation adventure! See historic aircraft and
artifacts, including a replica of the Avrocar flying saucer,
SKYWAYS, a hands-on discovery exhibit for children and INFOWAYS,
information kiosk. Open Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.;
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sundays and holidays 12 - 5 p.m.
Admission charged. Tel. 204-786-5503; fax: 204-775-4761; Website:
www.wcam.mb.ca E-mail: info@wcam.mb.ca Location: Hangar T2, 958
Ferry Road.
Hangar T2, 958 Ferry Roadd
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3H 0Y8
Tel: 204-786-5503
Fax: 204-775-4761
Email:
info@wcam.mb.ca
Web:
www.wcam.mb.ca
Le Musée de Saint-Boniface
(PHS) - is the oldest building in Winnipeg. Built for the
Grey Nuns between 1846 and 1851 as the first convent and hospital in
Western Canada, it now serves as a showcase of Métis and
French-Canadian history. The site is in the heart of old
Saint-Boniface and is a short walk across the Esplanade Riel from
The Forks. Open weekdays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. year-round with weekend
hours during spring, summer and fall. Admission charged. Tel.
204-237-4500; fax: 204-986-7964; Web: www.msbm.mb.ca E-mail: info@msbm.mb.ca
Location: 494 avenue Taché.
494, avenue Tache
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R2H 2B2
Tel: 204-237-4500
Fax: 204-986-7964
Email:
info@msbm.mb.ca
Fort Gibraltar
- Visit historical Fort Gibraltar.
Come and witness our fascinating history through the eyes of the
voyageurs that lived it! Costumed interperters will transport you
back in time to the exciting age of the fur trade. Tour a
reconstructed 19th century fort and discover the diverse cast of
characters that call it home. Open May to September. Web:
www.fortgibraltar.com E-mail: info@festivalvoyageur.mb.ca
233 Provencher Blvd.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R2H 0G4
Tel: 204-237-7692
Fax: 204-233-7576
Email:
info@festivalvoyageur.mb.ca
Web:
www.festivalvoyageur.mb.ca
Manitoba Agricultural Museum
- Home to the Manitoba Threshermen's Reunion and Stampede
every July. The Manitoba Agricultural Museum boasts the largest
collection of operating vintage farm machinery in Canada (more than
500 implements, most dating back to the early 1900s, some earlier).
The Homesteaders' Village simulates village life in the late 19th
century. It includes an 1883 schoolhouse, a post office that once
served all of northwestern Manitoba, the typical log houses of the
era, an elegant clapboard mansion, a general store, and a railway
station. The museum also includes the Manitoba Amateur Radio Museum.
Open May 12 to September 30, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily. Admission
charged. Tel. 204-637-2354; fax: 204-637-2395; Web:
www.ag-museum.mb.ca E-mail: ag-museum@mts.net Location: south of
junction of Hwy. 1 and PTH 34.
Box 10
AUSTIN, MB CANADA
R0H 0C0
Tel: 204-637-2354
Fax: 204-637-2395
Email:
agmuseum@mts.net
Web:
www.ag-museum.mb.ca
New Iceland Heritage Museum
- The New Iceland Heritage Museum
is dedicated to preserving and presenting this fascinating chapter
of Manitoba's history. Begin your visit with a ten-minute film. The
"New Iceland Saga" tells the story of one pioneer family through the
eyes and experiences of four generations. Inside the museum you will
find a painting that comes to life, a full size tent and pioneer
cabin and a Saga & Legends gallery for the children, complete with a
pint sized reading room. Open year-round. Tel. 204-642-4001; Web:
www.nihm.ca E-mail: nihm@mts.net Location: 94 - 1st Avenue.
108 - 94 First Avenue
GIMLI, MB CANADA
R0C 1B1
Tel: 204-642-4001
Fax: 204-642-9382
Email:
nihm@mts.net
Web:
www.nihm.ca
Dalnavert Museum (PHS) -
Built in 1895 for Sir Hugh John Macdonald (former premier
of Manitoba), this beautifully restored home is one of Western
Canada's finest examples of Queen Anne Revival Architecture. It is a
designated Provincial and National Historic Site. The new Visitors'
Centre features a well-appointed gift shop, auditorium space for
meetings and events and free parking. The Museum is open year-round,
hours change seasonally. Interpretive tours provided daily. Group
tours should be booked at least one week in advance. Last tour 60
minutes (1 hour) before closing. Admission fee. Tel. 204-943-2835;
fax: 204-943-2565; Website: www.mhs.mb.ca E-mail: dalnavert@mhs.mb.ca
Location: 61 Carlton Street (south of Broadway).
61 Carlton Street
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 1N7
Tel: 204-943-2835
Fax: 204-943-2565
Email:
dalnavert@mhs.mb.ca
Web:
www.mhs.mb.ca
Inglis Grain Elevators National
Historic Site (PHS) - is the last remaining row of
standard country grain elevators. Five elevators still stand intact
beside an abandoned rail line in sharp contrast to the demolition of
thousands of elevators experienced in numerous prairie towns. Guided
tours, interpretive centre and arts and crafts gift shop. Open 9
a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays, and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. weekends in July and
August. Guided tours by reservation year-round. Admission charged.
Tel. 204-564-2243; fax: 204-564-2617; E-mail: iahc@mts.net Location:
along Railway Avenue.
Box 811
INGLIS, MB CANADA
R0J 0X0
Tel: 204-564-2243
Fax: 204-564-2617
Email:
iahc@mts.net
Commonwealth Air Training Plan
Museum (PHS) -
contains historical aircraft and
artifacts from the RCAF air training schools of World War II. Open
daily. Tours by appointment. Admission charged. Tel. 204-727-2444;
fax: 204-725-2334. Website: www.airmuseum.ca E-mail: airmuseum@mts.net
Location: Hangar #1, Brandon Airport. (PHS)
Box 3 Grp 520 RR5
BRANDON, 300 Commonwealth Way, MB CANADA
R7A 5Y5
Tel: 204-727-2444
Fax: 204-725-2334
Email:
airmuseum@inetlink.ca
Web:
www.airmuseum.ca
The Central Museum of the
Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum) displays
Canada's largest collection of artillery artifacts and the most
complete collection of Canadian pattern military vehicles in
existence. Group tours welcome. Open year-round, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
Monday to Friday; also 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays
from Victoria Day to Labour Day. Admission charged. Tel.
204-765-3000 ext. 3570; Web: www.rcamuseum.com E-mail: rcamus@artillery.net
Location: CFB Shilo, 15 km/9 mi. south of Hwy. 1 on PR 340. (Base is
open to visitors.)
Box 5000, Station Main, CFB Shilo
SHILO, Building N-118, Patricia Road, MB CANADA
R0K 2A0
Tel: 204-765-3000 ext 3570
Fax: 204-765-5289
Email:
rcamus@artillery.net
Web:
www.rcamuseum.com
Manitoba Children's Museum
- is home to six exciting galleries. All Aboard
invites families to explore a 1952 vintage diesel locomotive and a
1920 Pullman passenger coach. Play with technology in
Live Wire gallery. In Tree and Me,
climb on a 17-foot oak tree and make discoveries about animals in
their natural habitats. Dig in the sand and build bridges in
WonderWorks, the infrastructure gallery.
You're the anchor at your very own newscast in Our TV,
a fully operational studio. Step into the shuttle and take a trip to
the moon at the Space Station. During the
holiday season, take a stroll through the land of fairytales in
Santa's Village. Open year-round. Admission
charged. Tel. 204-924-4000; Web: www.childrensmuseum.com E-mail:
general@childrensmuseum.com
45 Forks Market Road
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 4T6
Tel: 204-924-4000
Fax: 204-956-2122
Email:
general@childrensmuseum.com
Web:
www.childrensmuseum.com
Mennonite Heritage Village
(Canada) Inc
- Steinbach - A unique experience awaits visitors at the
Mennonite Heritage Village (Canada) Inc. This
40-acre complex spreads out from a street reminiscent of the
Mennonite villages found in southern Manitoba during the late 1800s.
A windmill with 20 m/60 ft. sails dominates the village. Century-old
dwellings, church and school are furnished to the period. The
Livery Barn Restaurant serves tasty Mennonite fare,
from traditional recipes, in a pioneer setting. The general store
offers locally crafted items, stone-ground flour, old-fashioned
candy, a wide selection of souvenirs. Open May, June, September 10
a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon - 5 p.m. Sunday; July and
August 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon - 6 p.m. Sunday.
The Village Centre houses exhibition galleries, a room for the care
and preparation of collections, and public space. Pioneer Days is
held every August long weekend. Open year-round, hours same as
heritage village and October to April 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday to
Friday. Admission charged. Tel. 204-326-9661; toll-free:
1-866-280-8741; fax: 204-326-5046; Website:
www.mennoniteheritagevillage.com E-mail: info@mennoniteheritagevillage.com
Location: Hwy. 12 North.
231 Hwy. 12 North
STEINBACH, MB CANADA
R5G 1T8
Toll Free: 1-866-280-8741
Tel: 204-326-9661
Fax: 204-326-5046
Email:
info@mennoniteheritagevillage.com
Web:
www.mhv.ca
Casinos of Winnipeg
- The Casinos of Winnipeg are the two
largest and most exciting casinos in western Manitoba.
Step into McPhillips Street Station Casino and you
step into a rollicking railway town from the last century. We offer
the best local and international entertainment in our concert bowl,
restaurant and lounges, plus all the modern gaming you enjoy.
Location: 484 McPhillips Street
It's a jungle in there! Club Regent Casino boasts
the second highest waterfall in the province and one of the largest
walk-through aquariums in Canada. This casino is a tropical forest
filled with fun dining and the best local and international
entertainment in the concert bowl and dance club. And don't forget
the great gaming. Location: 1425 Regent Avenue West
Open Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 a.m.; Sunday noon - 3 a.m.
Closed on selected holidays. Group tours available. Tel:
204-957-2500; toll-free: 1-888-493-4652; Web:
www.casinosofwinnipeg.com
842 Milt Stegall Drive
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3G 3L4
Toll Free: 1-888-493-4652
Tel: 204-957-2500
Fax: 204-957-2621
Web:
www.mlc.mb.ca
Sam Waller Museum (PHS) -
contains the unique and extensive natural and human history
collections of Sam Waller, a teacher and passionate collector.
Housed in the former Community Building and Court House, a
provincial designated heritage building built in 1916, the museum
exhibits tell the fascinating stories of this historic community and
region. Historical walking tours are available. Open daily, July and
August 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; September to June 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Admission
charged; by donation on Wednesdays. Group rates available. Tel.
204-623-3802; fax: 204-623-5506; Web: www.samwallermuseum.ca E-mail:
samwallermuseum@mts.net Location: 306 Fischer Avenue.
Box 185, 306 Fischer Avenuee
THE PAS, MB CANADA
R9A 1K4
Tel: 204-623-3802
Fax: 204-623-5506
Email:
samwallermuseum@mts.net
Web:
www.samwallermuseum.ca
FortWhyte Alive -
Winnipeg's wild oasis features 640 acres of forest, lakes,
marshes and self-guiding trails. FortWhyte Alive has 27 species of
waterfowl, whitetail deer, muskrats and other wild animals. Fall
migration brings thousands of Canada geese and ducks for a truly
natural spectacle. Scenic lakes offer canoe and boat rentals along
with year-round fishing for pike, walleye and trout. The Alloway
Reception Centre offers visitor services including The Buffalo Stone
Café and The Nature Shop. The 10,000 square foot Interpretive Centre
is home to the Aquarium of the Prairies, Climate Change
Exhibit, Winter Waterfowl Room, Children's Touch Museum and Glass
Honeybee Hive. A must-see are the Prairie
Dog Exhibit and the Bison Prairie,
the largest urban-based herd of Plains Bison in Canada. Group tours
available by advance reservation. Open daily, year-round. Admission
charged. Guided group tours available by calling 204-989-8353. Tel.
204-989-8355; fax: 204-895-4700; Website: www.fortwhyte.org E-mail:
info@fortwhyte.org Location: 1961 McCreary Road.
1961 McCreary Roadd
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3P 2K9
Tel: 204-989-8364
Fax: 204-895-4700
Email:
info@fortwhyte.org
Web:
www.fortwhyte.org
The Forks National Historic
Site of Canada - rests on 9 beautifully landscaped acres along
the west bank of the Red River, offering a scenic view across the
water to historic St. Boniface. Interpretive programs, tours,
festivals and heritage entertainment are offered in July and August.
The Forks also features a prairie garden, evocative sculptures by
noted Canadian artists, interpretive panels and exhibits, picnic
area and a dock. Grounds are open year-round. Tel. 204-983-6757
(98-FORKS); toll-free: 1-888-773-8888; hearing impaired:
1-866-787-6221; Web site: www.pc.gc.ca, E-mail: information@pc.gc.ca
401 - 25 Forks Market Roadd
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 4S8
Toll Free: 1-888-773-8888
Tel: 204-983-6757
Fax: 204-983-2221
Email:
information@pc.gc.ca
Web:
www.pc.gc.ca
Riverbank Discovery Centre and
Trail System -
Riverbank Discovery Centre is
home to the Brandon & Region Tourism Centre and Ducks Unlimited
Canada offices. The Centre contains tourism information on the area,
Canada and the U.S., souvenirs and interpretive information on the
natural beauty of the area. It serves as a starting point for the
extensive Assiniboine Riverbank Trail system. The trails run 17
km/10.5 mi. along the Assiniboine River, including a network of
parks and pathways linked to the Red Willow pedestrian bridge. The
trail system ranges from natural river bottom forest to paved lit
walkways, linking many sports venues to downtown. Open year-round.
Tel. 204-729-2141; toll-free 1-888-799-1111; Web:
www.riverbank.mb.ca E-mail: info@riverbank.mb.ca Location: 545
Conservation Drive.
1 - 545 Conservation Drive
BRANDON, MB CANADA
R7A 7L8
Toll Free: 1-888-799-1111
Tel: 204-729-2141
Fax: 204-729-2139
Email:
brandontourism@wcgwave.ca
Web:
www.tourism.brandon.com
Outdoor Art Gallery
Box 368, 589 Mountain Streett
BOISSEVAIN, MB CANADA
R0K 0E0
Toll Free: 1-800-497-2393
Email:
turtlemountain@mts.net
Web:
www.boissevain.ca
Grand Beach Provincial
Park - Resting along the eastern shore of Lake Winnipeg,
Canada's fifth largest lake and next to the historic La Vérendrye
Trail, are powdery white sand beaches and grass-topped dunes that
make this one of the top beaches in North America. The dunes reach
as high as 8 m/30 ft. A lagoon supports many species of birds.
An excellent place to swim, wind surf or hike, three excellent
self-guiding walks: Spirit Rock Trail, Wild Wings Trail and the
Ancient Beach Trail.
The Park also features a campground, outdoor amphitheatre, picnic
shelters, a restaurant, concession services and wheelchair access to
the beach.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email:
nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.manitobaparks.com
Churchill - The
Polar Bear Capital of the World is the only human settlement where
polar bears can be observed in the wild. The bears tip the
scale at over 1,300 pounds, stand 10 feet tall and can move with
surprising speed and agility. Best viewing time is October to early
November.
Churchill is also famous with birders - some 250 species of birds
including the rare Ross Gull, nest or pass through on their yearly
migrations.
In summer, white beluga whales surface and plunge in the blue-green
waters of the Churchill River. You’ll be talking distance of the
most vocal whales in the world. More than 3,000 beluga whales come
in early July to feed and calve. Seals can also be seen in the
harbour and caribou are frequently sighted along the coast.
Churchill, population 1,000, is accessible by air or the Hudson Bay
Railway line, which was built over permafrost and muskeg in 1929 and
required a crew of 3,000 to complete. The two-night, one-day trip on
VIA Rail from Winnipeg to Churchill (1,600 km/1,000 mi.) provides
comfortable bedrooms or roomettes and fine Manitoba cuisine in the
dining car. Calm Air, Kivalliq Air run regular scheduled air service
from Winnipeg, Thompson and Gillam year-round.
On the tundra, lichens and miniature shrubs and flowers bloom each
spring and fall. A short distance inland are patches of taiga
(sub-arctic) forest, with black spruce, scattered white spruce and a
thick mat of lichens.
Visitors are awestruck upon seeing the haunting beauty of our aurora
borealis (northern lights). Blue, green and white in colour, they
swirl and dance in the still northern sky - with performances that
can be seen on clear nights. According to legend, the northern
lights will dance their way down to earth if you whistle at them.
Why not give it a try? Website: www.churchill.ca E-mail: town@churchillmb.net
Box 176
CHURCHILL, MB CANADA
R0B 0E0
Toll Free: 1-888-389-2327
Tel: 204-675-2022
Fax: 204-675-2704
Email:
churchillchamber@mts.net
Web:
www.churchill.ca
La Maison Gabrielle
Roy, completely restored to its original state, was
Gabrielle Roy's sole Manitoba residence from 1909 to 1937. She was
one of Canada's most influential authors of the 20th century. The
house was the setting of several of her short stories and novels.
Open year-round, June to August, Monday to Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
Saturday and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.; September to May, Wednesday to
Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Admission charged. Main floor only wheelchair
accessible. Tel. 204-231-3853; fax: 204-231-3910; Website:
www.maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca E-mail: infomgr@mts.net Location: 375
rue Deschambault. (PHS)
Box 133, 375 rue Deschambault
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R2H 3B4
Tel: 204-231-3853
Fax: 204-231-3910
Email:
infomgr@mts.net
Web:
www.maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca
Heritage North Museum
- Heritage North Museum consists of two log structures and an
open-air blacksmith shop. See mounted animals native to the area, a
boreal forest diorama with authentic caribou hide tipi, First
Nations and fur trade artifacts, fossils, a wooly mammoth tusk,
traveling exhibits and Inco and mining related artifacts. Blacksmith
demonstrations occur periodically throughout the summer. The museum
also houses an Institutional Archives and a Visitor Information
Booth. Admission charged. Free surface tours of Inco are operated by
the museum. Open year-round, Monday to Saturday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
(winter), daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (summer). Tel. 204-677-2216; fax:
204-677-8953; Web: www.heritagenorthmuseum.ca E-mail: hnmuseum@mts.net
Location: 162 Princeton Drive.
162 Princeton Drivee
THOMPSON, MB CANADA
R8N 2A4
Tel: 204-677-2216
Fax: 204-677-8953
Email:
hnmuseum@mts.net
Web:
www.heritagenorthmuseum.ca
International Peace
Garden - A 930 ha/2,300 ac., non-profit, botanical garden
and park dedicated to the long-standing peace between Canada and the
United States of America is located on the border of Manitoba and
North Dakota, 22 km/14 mi. south of Boissevain. Floral gardens,
campground, gift shop, cafe, interpretive centre and programs,
hiking trails and picnic areas. Brochures available upon request.
Main season mid-May to mid-September. Admission to enter park. Tel.
204-534-2510; toll-free: 1-888-432-6733; Website:
www.peacegarden.comm
Box 419
BOISSEVAIN, MB CANADA
R0K 0E0
Toll Free: 1-888-432-6733
Tel: 204-534-2510/204-534-6964
Fax: 701-263-3169
Email:
kathy@peacegarden.com
Web:
www.peacegarden.com
Riding Mountain National
Park of Canada - This accessible wilderness features almost
3,000 sq. km/1,150 sq. mi. of boreal forest, aspen parkland,
deciduous forest and open grasslands and meadows. The area is a
haven for outdoor wilderness experiences and wildlife viewing -
including a herd of bison living in the park! A network of day-use
and overnight trails is designed for hiking, cycling or horseback
riding. Interpretive programs are offered. There are several
campgrounds and picnic areas at many of the lakes. Reservations are
required for camping in the backcountry. Reservations for Wasagaming
Campground are advisable. Toll-free: 1-877-737-3783 or Website:
www.pccamping.ca. Detailed guides and maps are available at the park
office and the Visitor Centre. Admission charged. Tel. 204-848-7275;
Web: www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/riding E-mail: rmnp.info@pc.gc.ca.
A small bison herd numbering approximately
30 animals is maintained on a 647 ha. fenced range near Lake Audy.
An on-site exhibit relates the natural history of the bison and the
native fescue grassland where they live. The herd is best viewed in
the early morning or evening hours.
Clear Lake is spring-fed and 33 m/110 ft.
deep. Enjoy swimming, boating, wind-surfing and fishing for northern
pike, walleye, perch, lake trout and whitefish.
When Riding Mountain National Park was designated in 1930, a man
known as Grey Owl gave talks and shows
with his pet beavers, Rawhide and Jellyroll. Although people assumed
he was Aboriginal, Grey Owl was really an Englishman named Archibald
Bellaney who had assumed an Aboriginal persona. His cabin can be
visited in the park by hiking or biking an 8.7 (one-way) km trail.
The Visitor Centre contains displays,
pamphlets, audio-visual materials and interpretive programs. The
Nature Shop, owned and operated by Friends of Riding Mountain
National Park, offers quality souvenirs, interpretive and
educational materials and programs for all nature lovers. Open in
summer only.
General Delivery
WASAGAMING, MB CANADA
R0J 2H0
Tel: 204-848-7275
Fax: 204-848-2596
Email:
rmnp.info@pc.gc.ca
Web:
www.pc.gc.ca/riding
The Manitoba Museum -
Museum Galleries
Explore a vivid portrayal of Manitoba's rich and colourful history
through nine galleries covering all regions of Manitoba. In fact the
national editors of Where Magazine have selected the Parklands/Mixed
Woods Gallery as "One of Canada's Best New Attractions for Summer
2004". The Manitoba Museum is the recipient of the Michelin Green
Guide's top award designated 'Worth the Trip'. Dramatic walk-through
settings include the 17th century full-size replica ship "The
Nonsuch", and the Urban Gallery which recreates boomtown Winnipeg in
the 1920s (the 'gateway to the west').
Planetarium and Science Gallery - We are
also fortunate to have one of only five major planetariums in the
country. It features live interactive multimedia shows that recreate
the current night sky, highlight the latest space discoveries and
follow the developments of the space program.
The fully renovated Science Gallery now includes "Engineered for
Speed" where visitors design and build their own remote-controlled
race cars and test them on our giant race track, a new water area
with a self-sustained ecosystem and a new Explore Science Zone with
multiple hands-on activities..
Open year-round. Closed Mondays in winter. Admission charged. Tel.
204-956-2830; recorded information 204-943-3139; Website:
www.manitobamuseum.ca E-mail: info@manitobamuseum.ca Location: 190
Rupert Avenue.
190 Rupert Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 0N2
Toll Free: 1-888-231-9739
Tel: 204-956-2830
Fax: 204-942-3151
Email:
info@manitobamuseum.ca
Web:
www.manitobamuseum.ca
International Peace Garden
Attractions - A unique
5.5 m/18 ft. working Floral Clock with nearly 3,000 flowers, run by
GPS. The Peace Chapel features three walls of fossil-embellished
Manitoba limestone with quotations from "people of peace." The
September 11 Memorial displays 10 beams from the World Trade Center
in the formal garden. The Peace Tower, 35 m/120 ft. high, represent
the people from the four corners of the world coming together in the
common cause of peace. The Carillon Bell Tower sounds every
quarter-hour from 14 chimes. The bells range in weight from 250 lbs.
to 2,000 lbs., totalling 20 tons. The Historic Lodge is built of native stone
and Manitoba timber by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late
1930s. The CCC also built the dam and spillway that created Lake
Udall. The International Music Camp has weekly sessions in band,
choir, orchestra, dance, drama and other fine arts, during June and
July. The Royal Canadian Legion Athletic Camp has weekly sessions in
gymnastics, basketball, equestrian, volleyball and other sporting
events.
Box 419
BOISSEVAIN, MB CANADA
R0K 0E0
Toll Free: 1-888-432-6733
Tel: 204-534-2510/204-534-6964
Fax: 701-263-3169
Email:
kathy@peacegarden.com
Web:
www.peacegarden.com
Marine Museum of Manitoba
- hosts six historic ships that sit at the entrance of Selkirk Park,
including the S.S. Keenora, Manitoba's oldest steamship. In addition
to an authentic Lake Winnipeg lighthouse, the ships contain marine
artifacts and pictures. School and group tours are offered. Open
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays 10
a.m. - 6 p.m., May long weekend to September long weekend. Admission
charged. Partially wheelchair accessible. Tel. 204-482-7761;
Website: www.marinemuseum.ca E-mail: marinemuseum@mts.net Location:
Queen Avenue and Eveline Street.
Box 77
SELKIRK, MB CANADA
R1A 2B1
Tel: 204-482-7761
Email:
marinemuseum@mts.net
Web:
www.marinemuseum.ca
Assiniboia Downs -
Live thoroughbred racing May to
end of September. Post times are Tuesday, Friday, Saturday at 7
p.m., Sunday and holidays at 1 p.m. Every Sunday and holiday is
Family Fun Day, featuring a free petting zoo and free pony rides.
Licensed dining room overlooks race track and offers exceptional
dining. Open year-round with simulcast wagering from major race
tracks in Canada, Australia and the U.S. Fully licensed lounge with
140 VLTs. General admission and parking
are free. Tel. 204-885-3330; Web: www.assiniboiadowns.com E-mail:
info@assiniboiadowns.com Location: 3975 Portage Avenue West at the
Perimeter Highway.
3975 Portage Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3K 2E9
Tel: 204-885-3330
Fax: 204-831-5348
Email:
info@assiniboiadowns.com
Web:
www.assiniboiadowns.com
Trappist Monastery
Ruins were built in 1903-1905 by the Trappist Order,
which had come to St. Norbert in 1892. This self-sufficient
monastery included milking barns, stables, a cheese house, apiary,
sawmill and cannery. Fire gutted the vacated church and residential
wing in 1983. The beautiful stone shell, set in a park, is one of
many sites developed along the Red River. Open mid-May to September.
Location: 1 km/.6 mi. west of Pembina Highway on rue du Monastère
off rue des Trappistes. (PHS)
Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-8755
Fax: 204-948-2384
Email:
elaine.kisiow@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html
Oak Hammock Marsh
Interpretive Centre - Come see why the Oak Hammock Marsh
Interpretive Center is the world's 'Best Environmental Experience'!
Under the guidance of our friendly interpreters, you can trek over
30 kilometers of nature trails, take a guided tour of the marsh, go
canoeing, view birds and wildlife, watch a film in our multimedia
theatre, enjoy a meal in our café and check out our fun, interactive
exhibits. Open daily year-round. Admission charged. Tel.
204-467-3300; toll-free: 1-888-50-MARSH; fax: 204-467-3311; Website:
www.ducks.ca/ohmic E-mail: ohmic@ducks.ca Location: 20 minutes north
of Winnipeg at Hwys. 67 and 220.
Box 1160
STONEWALL, MB CANADA
R0C 2Z0
Toll Free: 1-888-50-MARSH
Tel: 204-467-3300
Fax: 204-467-9028
Email:
ohmic@ducks.ca
Web:
www.ducks.ca/ohmic
Pisew Falls-Kwasitchewan
Falls - At Pisew Falls, the Grass River drops 13 m/ 42.7
ft., changes direction and jets down through a gorge. A short
boardwalk leads to observation platforms. Another .5 km/.3 mi. trail
leads to the Rotary Bridge over the Grass River below the falls
giving access to trails leading to the top of Pisew Falls and to a
22 km return hiking trail to Kwasitchewan Falls, Manitoba's highest
waterfall. Backcountry campsites are at the far end of the loop.
Location: between Wabowden and Thompson on Hwy. 6.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email:
nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.manitobaparks.com
Spruce Woods Provincial
Parkk
The park contains the desert-like area known as the Spirit Sands, a
five square kilometre tract of open blowing sand dunes that tower 30
metres above the surrounding prairie. Spruce Woods and its desert is
home to the Northern prairie skink (Manitoba's only lizard), Western
hognose snake and two species of cacti; all are unique in Manitoba.
Experience Spirit Sands and Devil's Punch Bowl (an eerie pond formed
by the action of underground streams) by hiking along self-guided
trails or by horse-drawn covered wagon rides.
Explore rolling hills of native prairie, majestic white spruce, lush
deciduous forests and mysterious blue-green ponds as you wander
along the many interpretive and hiking trails. Equestrian and
mountain bike enthusiasts can explore the wilds of Spruce Woods by
following the many back-country trails. Spruce Woods has its own
equestrian campground and can be booked by calling (204) 827-2654.
The park has a concession, store, gift shop operated by Friends of
Spruce Woods, modern campgrounds, showers, Laundromat, outdoor games
area, beach, snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, toboggan hill.
The visitors service centre has a wide range of interpretive
programs including an amphitheatre, campfire talks, guided hikes,
children's events, interpretive display building and extensive
winter programs. Contact: Visitor Services Centre. Tel. (204)
827-8850 (mid-May to early September) and (204) 834-8800 (September
to mid-May). Location: off PTH 5 south of TCH 1.
200 Saulteaux Cresc.
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3J 3W3
Email:
nrinfo@gov.mb.ca
Web:
www.manitobaparks.com
Assiniboine Park
comprises 153.26 hectares (403.43 acres) on the Assiniboine River.
The park features a zoo, miniature railway, duck pond,
Winnie-the-bear statue, walking and biking paths, a conservatory,
the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden and a Tudor-style
pavilion that is home to the Tavern In The Park Restaurant, Pavilion
Gallery Museum and the Lyric Theatre. The Mayors Grove, Citizens
Hall of Fame, a French formal garden and English Garden are among
the many pleasing sites. Facilities for tobogganing, cross-country
skiing and ice-skating are available in the winter. Winnipegs only
cricket tournaments are played in the park. The park may be accessed
from Portage Avenue, via a footbridge over the Assiniboine River.
Website: www.winnipeg.ca/assiniboinepark Location: junction of Park
Boulevard and Wellington Crescent.
2nd Floor, 395 Main Street
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 3N8
Web:
www.winnipeg.ca
Costume Museum of Canada
- A Star Attraction in Manitoba and a "Signature Museum", the
Costume Museum of Canada is home to over 35,000 artifacts spanning
400 years of Canadian history through fashion. Our exhibitions tell
the stories of the evolution of clothing and personal adornment.
Also home to an extensive pattern library and a reference library.
Our unique shop offers fashion accessories, handbags and Manitoba
products. Guided tours and audio tours on MP3 players are available
at reception desk. Admission charged. Open year-round, Monday to
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday noon -
5 p.m. Tel. 204-989-0072; fax: 204-989-0074; Web:
www.costumemuseum.com E-mail: info@costumemuseum.com Location: 109
Pacific Avenue.
109 Pacific Avenue
Winnipeg, MB CANADA
R3B 0M1
Tel: 204-989-0072
Fax: 204-989-0074
Email:
info@costumemuseum.com
Web:
www.costumemuseum.com
Cooks Creek Heritage Museum
is situated in the oldest Galician settlement in western Canada. The
seven buildings include a restored barn and blacksmith shop, pioneer
homes, candle house and chapel. Dedicated to early pioneers from
Slavic Europe. Heritage Day (August). Open for tours May to August,
daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Wednesdays. September by appointment.
Admission charged. Tel. 204-444-4448; fax: 204-444-4224; E-mail:
cchm@mts.net Location: PR 212 and Sapton Road east of Birds Hill
Provincial Park.
Box 10 Grp 22 RR2
DUGALD, MB CANADA
R0E 0K0
Tel: 204-444-4448
Fax: 204-444-4224
Email:
cchm@mts.net
Souris Swinging Bridge
- Souris is famous for its 102 year old 177 m/582 ft.
free-suspension foot bridge over the Souris River. This bridge is
the longest of its kind in Canada and was built by Squire Sowden. It
is located next to Sowden's former residence, now Hillcrest Museum.
Tel. 204-483-5200; fax: 204-483-5203; Web: www.sourismanitoba.com
E-mail:
Box 2455
SOURIS, MB CANADA
R0K 2C0
Tel: 204-483-5213
Fax: 204-483-5203
Email:
sgcdc@mts.net
Web:
www.sourismanitoba.com
Snow Lake - The
Manitoba Star Attraction Mining Museum has a collection of mining
artifacts complete with mining equipment such as drills, mucking
machines, old mine rescue equipment and old maps. See a replica of a
raise and a drift, a painting of a cross-section of a mine, and
clothes the miners wore. Guided tours are offered late June to
September long weekend. Call for opening hours. Group tours welcome.
Admission charged. Tel. 204-358-7867/358-2551; E-mail: slmuseum@gillamnet.com
Location: 163 Poplar Street.
Box 40
SNOW LAKE, MB CANADA
R0B 1M0
Tel: 204-358-7630
Fax: 204-358-2030
Email:
beverley@gillamnet.com
Web:
www.snowlake.com
Lower Fort Garry National
Historic Site of Canada -
"Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of Canada Explore the
beautifully restored stone heritage buildings at this intact,
original Hudson's Bay Company fur trade centre on the banks of the
Red River. Enjoy the authentic,
colourful costumes and stories. Smell goods baking on the hearth
fires, hear the blacksmith's hammer, touch the furs in the fur loft
and participate in special events. See the Big House (Governor's
home), men's house, guest cottage, blacksmith's shop, farm manager's
cottage, native encampment and York boat."
401 - 25 Forks Market Road
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 4S8
Toll Free: 1-888-773-8888
Tel: 204-983-6757
Fax: 204-983-2221
Email:
information@pc.gc.ca
Web:
www.pc.gc.ca
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