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E What’s the best way to describe the St. Joseph Museum? A village within a village! Take a stroll through one of its many restored buildings, which include houses, a school, a stable, a smithy and a general store.

19 Roy Ave., St. Joseph t: (204) 737-2625 or (204) 324-4209 w: museestjoseph.ca

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I H See how the dairy industry has evolved at the Manitoba Dairy Museum.

Imagine you are a pioneer and learn how cream and butter were made at that time.

F Come be inspired by the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. The Museum features 11 galleries, guided tours, interactive experiences, thoughtprovoking tours and creative use of mobile technology.

A St. Boniface Cathedral is the most prominent and impressive monument in St. Boniface. Come study the distinctive architecture of the present-day cathedral that was constructed within the ruins of the oldest basilica of Western Canada.

190 De la Cathédrale Ave., Saint-Boniface (204) 233-7304 cathedralestboniface.mb.ca

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866 St. Joseph St., St. Boniface t: (204) 237-7692 w: fortgibraltar.com

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D Travel back in time and experience the life of the voyageurs during the fur trade era. Fort Gibraltar is a replica of the original fort built by the North West Company in 1809 1810.

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164 Jobin Ave., St. Claude t: (204) 379-2156 or (204) 379-2228 w: stclaude.ca or historicplaces.ca

85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg t: (204) 289-2000 or 1 (877) 877-6037 w: humanrights.ca

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C Visit the shops, see the sights and enjoy all there is to discover at the crossroads of culture and history at the Forks National Historic Site, where the Red and Assiniboine meet.

G Experience the Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site*, North America’s only restored stone fort from the fur trade era. Costumed guides will be delighted to show you around.

105 Waterfront Drive, Winnipeg t: (204) 942-6302 or 1 (888) 942-6302 w: theforks.com

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I The Manitoba Museum is famous for its representation of Manitoba’s rich and vibrant history, its planetarium and its science exhibits.

190 Rupert St., Winnipeg t: (204) 956-2830 w: manitobamuseum.ca

375 Deschambault St., St. Boniface t: (204) 231-3853 w: maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca

5925 Highway 9, St. Andrews t: (204) 785-6050 w: pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/mb/ fortgarry/index.aspx

B The building that now houses the Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum* served as the first hospital in Western Canada and is also a symbol of the missionary work accomplished in the West by Catholic communities. The Museum is particularly proud of its exhibit on Louis Riel.

J The Maison Gabrielle-Roy*, which featured prominently in the FrenchCanadian author’s works, is a must-see.

Visit the attic where Gabrielle Roy spent countless hours in meditation and the famous dormer that she immortalized in her novels.

K Unlock the mysteries and secrets hidden in the architecture of the Manitoba Legislative Building by taking the Hermetic Code tour.

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Winnipeg t: (204) 989-9630 w: heartlandtravel.ca

494 Taché Ave., St. Boniface t: (204) 237-4500 w: msbm.mb.ca D C - Brent Bellamy D - Dan Harper F,K - Travel Manitoba Convention & Visitors Bureau G - Parks Canada & G. Kopelow I,J - Travel Manitoba Convention & Visitors Bureau & Robyn Hanson

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Wilderness

F Rushing rivers, crystal-clear deep lakes, fine sandy beaches and the fresh scent of jack pines: all this and more await you at Whiteshell Provincial Park*.

EXPERIENCES

t: 1 (800) 214-6497 w: manitobaparks.com

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I Where in Manitoba can you find sand dunes shaped by the wind, surprising plants such as the pincushion cactus and strange creatures like the western hognose snake? At Spruce Woods Provincial Park*, of course!

K The ultimate resort area, St. Malo Provincial Park features beaches, campsites, picnicking areas, and much more. Check out the Rat River dam and dyke, and follow the trails leading to the aspen forest.

South Cypress t: 1 (888) 482-2267 w: manitobaparks.com

t: (204) 347-5437 or 1 (866) 626-4862 w: manitobaparks.com

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G A A Oak Hammock Marsh gives you the chance to explore an internationally designated wetland where almost 300 species of birds can be observed. Guided tours are offered by canoe, foot or snowshoe, depending on the season.

1 Snow Goose Bay, Hwy 220, Stonewall t: (204) 467-3300 w: oakhammockmarsh.ca

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B At Grand Beach Provincial Park*, you will find inviting beaches with dunes reaching 12 metres high. With its white sand and soft waves, Grand Beach is considered one of North America’s most beautiful beaches.

Grand Marais t: 1 (866) 626-4862 w: manitobaparks.com D

C Come face-to-face with a polar bear,

lose yourself in the sculpture garden, ride a steam engine or relax in the extensive greens spaces of the Assiniboine Park Zoo*.

D Each of Canada’s national parks represents one of Canada’s distinct natural regions. Spanning 3,000 km2, Manitoba’s Riding Mountain National Park* is characterized by boreal forest and the unique landscapes of its aspen parkland forest and fescue grasslands.

Wasagaming t: (204) 848-7275 w: pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/mb/riding/ index.aspx E Give yourself the gift of a guided

tour of Old St. Boniface, the heart of Manitoba’s francophone community.

Founded in 1818, St. Boniface is also the birthplace of Louis Riel, Métis leader and founding father of Manitoba. This neighbourhood has over 35 designated historic sites to discover.

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G Called the polar bear capital of the world, Churchill is also known as a beluga whale watching hotspot, a birder’s paradise, and one of the best places to experience the northern lights.

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t: (204) 927-7838 or 1 (800) 565-0040 w: everythingchurchill.com

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H A natural oasis within the city

of Winnipeg, FortWhyte Alive* is bursting with life and activity, and offers interpretive programming and an educational environment. The bison safari makes for an unforgettable experience.

1961 McCreary Road, Winnipeg t: (204) 989-8355 w: fortwhyte.org

J Discover the magic of Bois-des-Esprits, a forest along the Seine River that is home to many bird, deer and beaver habitats. You will be captivated by the sculptures carved into the trunks of dead trees, including the legendary Woody.

St. Vital w: winnipegtrails.ca

St. Boniface t: (204) 233-8343 or 1 (866) 808-8338 w: tourismeriel.com

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2595 Roblin Boulevard t: (204) 927-6000 w: assiniboinepark.ca F A - Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre B,G,I,H - Travel Manitoba Convention & Visitors Bureau C - CTC - WIlliam Au D - Parks Canada F - Travel Manitoba Convention & Visitors Bureau & Robyn Hanson

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B Welcome to Papillon Creations! Here, antiques, scrap metal and reclaimed materials are transformed in to artistic creations for the home and garden.

133 Dawson Rd., Ste. Anne t: (204) 801-5095 or (204) 801-5675 w: papilloncreations.ca

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C Explore La Maison des artistes visuels francophones. This organization supports the development of Frenchspeaking artists and is dedicated to defending their interests.

219 Provencher Blvd., St. Boniface t: (204) 237-5964 w: maisondesartistes.mb.ca

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Louis Riel Day Celebrations

MAY 2015

Festival Du Voyageur

February 14 and 15 2015 and February 13 and 14 2016

Doors Open Winnipeg

St. Lazare t: (204) 683-2536 or (204) 683-2296

w: doorsopenwinnipeg.ca

February 13 to 22 2015 and February 12 to 21 2016 St. Boniface t: (204) 237-7692 or (204) 233-ALLÔ w: heho.ca

A Canada’s oldest theatre company, the Cercle Molière, is proud to showcase the talents of many Franco-Manitoban actors and playwrights.

340 Provencher Blvd., St. Boniface t: (204) 233-8053 w: lecerclemoliere.com

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MARCH 2015/16

E D The Winnipeg Art Gallery* is a place

of learning, discovery and inspiration.

Its collection of Inuit art is the world’s largest, showcasing nearly 11,000 pieces.

300 Memorial Blvd., Winnipeg t: (204) 786-6641 w: wag.ca E The Centre culturel franco-

manitobain (CCFM) is recognized as a cultural centre and the heart of French cultural life in Manitoba. The CCFM is the community’s primary resource for French-language cultural and artistic activities of every variety. t: (204) 233-8972 w: ccfm.mb.ca

St. Malo Festival of Friends

Manipogo Festival

February 13 to 15 2015 and February 12 to 14 February 2016

St. Laurent w: festivalmanipogo.ca

w: friendsofstmalopark.com

March 7 in 2015 and March 6 in 2016

APRIL 2015

Winterfest February 13 to 16 2015 and February 12 to 15 2016

Sugaring Off Festival

Powerview-Pine Falls and St. Georges t: (204) 367-9142 w: edgewaterrecreation.com

St. Pierre Jolys w: museestpierrejolys.ca

Actif Epica February 14 2015 and February 13 2016 St. Malo, St. Pierre-Jolys, St. Adolphe, The Forks w: actifepi.ca

April 11 - 12, 2015

SUMMER 2015 St. Norbert Farmers’ Market May to October 2015 (Wednesday & Saturday) t: (204) 275-8349 w: stnorbertfarmersmarket.ca

May 30 and 31 2015

JUNE 2015 Montcalm Heritage Festival June 20 and 21 2015 St. Joseph t: (204) 737-2244 w: museestjoseph.ca/festival

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Howdy Neighbour!

September 11 to 13 2015 Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes t: (204) 248-7220 w: notre-dame-de-lourdes.ca

St. Jean Atv Derby September 2015 St. Jean-Baptiste t: (204) 758-3826 or (204) 758-3012 w: stjeanatvderby.com

St. Jean-Baptiste Days June 20 and 21 2015 La Broquerie w: ssjb.ca

JULY 2015 Frog Follies & Agricultural Fair July 9 to 12 2015 St. Pierre-Jolys w: frogfollies.com

Bastille Day

Culture Days Folklorama – French-Canadian Pavilion August 2 to 15 2015 – Folklorama August 9 to 15 2015 – French Canadian Pavilion Winnipeg t: (204) 982-6210 w: folklorama.ca

July 12 2015 St. Claude w: stclaude.ca

Cheyenne Summer Fest

Richer Rough Stock Rodeo August 7 to 9 2015 w: richerrodeo.ca

September 25 to 27 2015 w: culturedays.ca

AUTUMN 2015 Fall Suppers Manitoba w: sfm.mb.ca/calendrier

WINTER 2015/16 Creche Festival November 2015 - January 2016 St. Georges t: (204) 367-8443

July 17 and 18 2015

SEPTEMBER 2015

JANUARY 2016

Ste. Agathe t: (204) 791-1202 w: steagathe.ca

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St. Claude Winter Carnival

September 3 to 7 2015

AUGUST 2015

Powerview-Pine Falls, St. Georges w: powerview-pinefalls.com

Métis Days

St. Malo Summer Fest

August 1 to 3 2015 St. Laurent t: (204) 646-2467 or (204) 646-2680

Pioneer Day August 2 2015 St. Lazare

September 4 to 7 2015 w: stmalosummerfestival.ca

Dawson Trail Days September 5 to 7 2015 Ste. Anne t: (204) 422-6631 w: steannemb.ca