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October 30, 2023
Call for Nominations! The 38th Annual Preservation Awards
Do you know a person, organization or building project that went above and beyond in the conservation and advancement of Winnipeg’s built heritage in 2023? Nominate them for Heritage Winnipeg’s 38th Annual Preservation Awards! Awards are presented in three categories: Heritage Conservation, Distinguished Service and Youth. They recognize building owners, professionals, organizations and individuals that…
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September 29, 2023
Progress in Pictures: The Downtown HBC Building
Heritage Winnipeg’s Executive Director, Cindy Tugwell, and President, Greg Agnew, were pleased to receive a special invitation by the Southern Chiefs Organization to a behind the scenes tour of the downtown Hudson’s Bay Company Building at 450 Portage Avenue. It was very rewarding to witness first hand what progress is being made on this massive…
September 28, 2023
Meet the Student: Maples Met School
Heritage Winnipeg is excited to have a student intern from the Maples Met School for the 2023-2024 school year. We believe that engaging with youth in a thought provoking manner will unveil new perspectives on built heritage issues and foster the next generation of advocates. Meet our student intern: Hello, my name is Nina and…
September 4, 2023
Millennium Centre Denied Critical Capital Funding
On behalf of 389 Main Street Heritage Corporation, Heritage Winnipeg was “very disappointed” to receive news in August that our beautiful historic Millennium Centre at 389 Main Street did not receive ANY redevelopment funding in the last and final intake for the provincial Arts, Culture and Sport in Community Fund for large capital projects. With…
August 31, 2023
Westminster United Church Update
Structural problems in the roof of Westminster United Church at 745 Westminster Avenue caused the 1912 building to be temporarily closed at the end of November 2022. As of now, the church has been able to continue functioning while the sanctuary is closed, with services being held in the lecture hall. Unfortunately, the lecture hall…
August 28, 2023
You Could Own A Piece of History! Shards for Sale
Are you looking for something unique for your home or yard? How about a part of Winnipeg history? An artefact of the past! Then we have something for you, an opportunity to own a piece of history. Heritage Winnipeg is selling shards from the Winnipeg Theatre and the Thomson and Pope Building. Shards are architectural…
July 26, 2023
Celebrating the Life of Tony Eshmade
Sadly, on Monday, July 24th, 2023, Tony Eshmade passed away. Tony was a very dear friend of Heritage Winnipeg for several decades, a passionate supporter of Winnipeg’s built heritage in both his personal and professional life. Ever charitable with his time and expertise, he was always willing to help when needed. The impact he leaves…
June 23, 2023
Announcing the 2023 Doors Open Winnipeg Winners!
The entries have been reviewed and the votes have been counted… Heritage Winnipeg is now pleased to announce all the winners from Doors Open Winnipeg 2023! A big thank you to all the hosts and volunteers for their outstanding efforts during weekend, you make it possible to share the stories our buildings tell. We wanted…
June 22, 2023
Executive Director Receives Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal
In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 21st of June, Heritage Winnipeg’s Executive Director, Cindy Tugwell, was honoured by the Southern Chiefs’ Organization and the Province of Manitoba by receiving a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. Tugwell received the award for her efforts in advocating for the protection, conservation, and rehabilitation of the…
June 1, 2023
The Photography of James Hammel: A Beautiful Legacy
James Hammel was a photographer who captured Winnipeg in all its glory through his lens. Born in the United States in 1942, Hammel moved to Winnipeg after completing a degree in photography in 1970, becoming a proud dual citizen when he obtained his Canadian citizenship in 2006. He shared his talent with others at Red…