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December 31, 2022

Thank You Heritage Supporters!

Thank you so much to everyone who made our 3rd annual December Donation Drive such a success! We are so grateful for all the support we received in 2022 and cannot wait to see what the new year will bring. With your donations, Heritage Winnipeg’s important work advocating for and celebrating Winnipeg’s built heritage will continue! ❤️

Missed our December Donation Drive? You can still donate to help save and celebrate our city’s built heritage!

On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and volunteers, we thank you again for supporting our charitable organization. Together, we can make a difference for Winnipeg’s priceless built heritage!

Happy holidays and all the best in 2023!

Cindy Tugwell
Executive Director

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