May 12, 2026
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…
April 7, 2026
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…
April 3, 2026
Heritage Winnipeg would like to thank Leland Gordon for his generous donation of City of Winnipeg memorabilia. Gordon, the longtime General Manager of Animal Services at the City of Winnipeg, has been involved with Heritage Winnipeg through Doors Open Winnipeg. The collection includes plates, mugs, brochures and more. These pieces offer a great snapshot into…
April 2, 2026
Heritage Winnipeg’s 40th Annual Preservation Awards were held on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, celebrating the people and building projects that have gone above and beyond in the conservation of Winnipeg’s built heritage! The event took place in the stunning Crystal Ballroom on the seventh floor of the historic Fort Garry Hotel, looking out over Upper…
March 18, 2026
Heritage Winnipeg would like to thank Nicole Tierhs for her generous donation of her original artwork depicting St. Boniface City Hall at 219 Provencher Boulevard. Tierhs created the piece for Heritage Winnipeg’s summer 2024 Showcase Our Heritage art contest. Our first ever art contest, it was open to all styles, skill levels and mediums of…
February 18, 2026
Heritage Winnipeg is pleased to welcome Jordan Makichuk to our Board of Directors! Coming from West Kildonan, Makichuk brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our organization. He has a deep passion for built heritage – the design and construction of it, the people who occupied it, how it has changed over time and…