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June 2, 2026
Farewell Arlington Bridge
The story of Winnipeg’s Arlington Bridge is set to begin its final chapter. The bridge, which had connected the North End to central Winnipeg since 1912, was designed and built by the Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company of Darlington, England. The structure is the city’s longest bridge, spanning the Canadian Pacific rail yards. The bridge…
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June 1, 2026
Help Heritage Winnipeg Win $10,000!
The Great Canadian Giving Challenge was created by GIV3 as a public contest to benefit registered Canadian charities. For every $1 donated to a registered charity on CanadaHelps.org in June, it automatically enters a “ballot” in support of that charity. Every ballot donated gives Heritage Winnipeg a chance to receive an additional $10,000 through the…
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May 31, 2026
Thank You for an Amazing Doors Open Winnipeg 2026!
Heritage Winnipeg would like to give a huge thank you to all of the guests, volunteers, hosts, and sponsors of the Doors Open Winnipeg 2026 who all helped make this weekend a huge success. It was phenomenal to see all the people who came out to celebrate the stories our buildings tell. What an amazing…
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May 23, 2026
We Look Forward to Seeing You at Doors Open Winnipeg
Heritage Winnipeg is excited to present its 23rd annual Doors Open Winnipeg event. Join us on May 30-31, 2026 for 2 days devoted to amazing built heritage, culture, and beautiful architecture around our city. Open buildings, exclusive tours, and fun events will be at your hands for the entire weekend, all for FREE! To give…
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May 18, 2026
Doors Open Winnipeg 2026 Registration Opens Saturday, May 23rd at Noon!
Due to high demand and limited capacity, a few Doors Open Winnipeg events require registration to participate. Registration for all events requiring it will open Saturday, May 23rd at noon. Registration is free and online. A link to register through will be provided on the event’s profile page on the Doors Open Winnipeg website at…
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May 12, 2026
Free Manitoba Day Activity Booklet for Kids!
Happy Manitoba Day! On May 12, 1870, 156 years ago, Manitoba officially became the fifth province to join the Canadian Confederation with the passing of the Manitoba Act. The Manitoba Act established a Métis province, granting title to lands on the Assiniboine and Red Rivers. We acknowledge that we are located on the original lands…
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May 4, 2026
Congratulations 2026 Red River Heritage Fair Winners!
On April 30, 2026, Heritage Winnipeg President Greg Agnew had the honour of being a volunteer judge at the 2026 Red River Heritage Fair, held at the University of Winnipeg’s Duckworth Centre. During the event, students showcased their knowledge of heritage through artwork, interactive activities, PowerPoint presentations, and displays. Students from grades 4 to 9…
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April 7, 2026
Doors Open Winnipeg 2026: Call For Volunteers!
Do you love Winnipeg? Do you love history? Do you love our city’s built heritage? Then, Doors Open Winnipeg needs YOU! Heritage Winnipeg’s Doors Open Winnipeg is a FREE annual event held on the last weekend of May, inviting the public to explore our built heritage treasures, cultural institutions and historic streetscapes. It is an…
