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  Winnipeg, Lake
In the south it extends along the Red River to the headwaters of the Mississippi, including large parts of the states of Minnesota and North Dakota.
Today the glacial lake bottom constitutes the Manitoba Lowlands and is occupied by lakes Winnipeg, WINNIPEGOSIS and MANITOBA.
In 1812 Lord Selkirk's boats traversed the length of Lake Winnipeg on their way to founding the RED RIVER COLONY at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine rivers.
www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com /index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008645   (506 words)

  
 Winnipeg travel guide
Winnipeg is located almost exactly in the center of North America, and contrary to popular belief, isn't known as "the armpit of Canada" (That's Sudbury).
Winnipeg is also the hometown of famed golfer, goalie and philantropist Trevor "The Wrecker", of most of The Guess Who (Burton Cummings still lives here), of game-show host Monty Hall, and many more celebrities.
Winnipeg is also home to various sports teams such as the Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Team, The Winnipeg Blue Bombers Football Club and the Manitoba Moose Hockey team.
www.world66.com /northamerica/canada/manitoba/winnipeg   (632 words)

  
 Winnipeg Independent Media Centre
In addition to the display of visual arts there was a performing arts portion to the afternoon that consisted of some musical performances (guitar jammin’ and sing-a-long style) and poetry readings, all material written by the inmates.
The woman J. Edgar Hoover notoriously described as “the most dangerous woman in America” spoke to a “large and enthusiastic audience” (according to the Telegram, 1907) at the Trades Hall from April 10-15th, 1907, and was presented by the Radical Club and the Society of Anarchists (also referred to as the “Anarchy Club”).
In celebration of her historic visit to Winnipeg, CKUW 95.9FM and the 2007 May Works Labour Festival are presenting “The Apostle of Anarchy,” a night to recognize this remarkable woman, to stand in solidarity with her beliefs and to mark another hundred years of radicalism in Winnipeg.
winnipeg.indymedia.org   (2304 words)

  
 winnipeg.ctv.ca - CTV Winnipeg - CTV News
Police say she has never gone missing in the past and her family is concerned for her well being.
CTV News was first to tell who the new Chief of the Winnipeg Police Service is. CTV News released the information Monday night on CTV News at 6.
Winnipeg city councillor and F.C.M. president Gord Steeves says something needs to be done now before its too late, but cities alone can't handle the financial burden.
www.cky.com   (971 words)

  
  Welcome to Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc.'s web site, where you can stay up-to-date on what is happening at Winnipeg ...
Welcome to Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc.'s web site, where you can stay up-to-date on what is happening at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to conduct emergency exercise October 4th — 2007-10-03
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. (WAA) will be conducting a live emergency exercise on October 4, 2007 at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.
rd.business.com /index.asp?epm=s.1&bdcq=Winnipeg&bdcr=1&bdcu=http://www.waa.ca/&bdcp=&partner=2662601&bdcs=nwuuid-2662601-50C12A0D-9A0A-1EC8-6F56-C5B05DA933AB-ym   (312 words)

  
  Winnipeg travel guide - Wikitravel
Winnipeg [1] is a city in the province of Manitoba in Canada.
Winnipeg is also the origin of The Hudson Bay, which departs three times weekly with service to Churchill on Hudson Bay via The Pas and Thompson.
Winnipeg is relatively safe in comparison to many large cities in North America but visitors are advised not to venture north of City Hall on Main Street at night, and to use caution on Portage Avenue, and in the area to its north.
wikitravel.org /en/Winnipeg   (4728 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Winnipeg, Manitoba   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Winnipeg (49° 53′ N, 97° 09′ W, CST) is a Canadian city and the provincial capital of the province of Manitoba.
Winnipeg is virtually assured of having a White Christmas as there is only one December 25th on record in the last century where there was no snow on the ground.
Winnipeg was once Canada's third-largest city (until the 1930s), but, beginning in the 1970s, as the economy evolved away from rural farm-based industry, Winnipeg stalled in growth and dropped to eighth by 2004.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Winnipeg,-Manitoba   (9878 words)

  
 Omega Universe Presents - Omega's Winnipeg Web Pages
Winnipeg is the capital of Manitoba, a vast, resource-rich province somewhat larger in size than the states of California, New York and Indiana combined.
Winnipeg was founded in 1734 as a fur trading settlement at the junction of the Assiniboine and Red Rivers.
Winnipeg's seemingly endless blue prairie skies, and dramatic sunsets are taken for granted by long-time residents, but are a consistent source of delight for newcomers to the city.
www.pathcom.com /~omega/winnipeg.html   (1988 words)

  
 Moving To Vancouver Magazine   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Winnipeg is on the cutting edge of several industries; most notably biotechnology and health care research, telecommunications, media, and aerospace.
The northwest of Winnipeg is the birthplace of the city, originally settled by the Selkirk Settlers.
The southwest of Winnipeg is one of the most popular residential areas in the city.
www.movingto.com /Winnipeg.htm   (720 words)

  
 A Brief History of Winnipeg
The Winnipeg region was inhabited by Assiniboine and Cree Indians before the arrival of whites.
In 1870 the settlement was named Winnipeg and became the capital of the new province of Manitoba.
From 1900 to 1910, Winnipeg's population increased from 52,000 to 170,000, mainly because of the influx of immigrants from Europe.
www.geocities.com /Heartland/Village/1479/winnipeg.html   (1037 words)

  
 Canadian Relocation Systems, Winnipeg Manitoba Canada
Winnipeg is the capital of Manitoba, at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine rivers.It is the main commercial and distribution center for a large area in which grain, livestock, and minerals are produced.
Winnipeg is a cosmopolitan city with a number of beautiful parks and varied cultural facilities.
It is the site of the University of Manitoba; the University of Winnipeg (1871); a large community college; and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet; the Manitoba Theatre Centre;the Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre.
www.relocatecanada.com /winnipeg   (206 words)

  
 Winnipeg man charged in shooting of 3 officers
A Winnipeg man has been charged with attempted murder after three police officers were shot during a drug raid at a south-end home, police Chief Jack Ewatski said Friday.
Winnipeg police Chief Jack Ewatski said Friday that his service is 'shocked and saddened' by the shootings.
Two Winnipeg security guards were honoured with Red Cross Rescuer Awards for saving the life of an elderly man at a city mall last year.
www.cbc.ca /canada/manitoba/story/2006/12/08/winnipeg-shooting.html   (1568 words)

  
 Winnipeg, Manitoba
Winnipeg's four tallest buildings converge dramatically on the intersection of Portage and Main.
To the right of those two is the Richardson Building, Winnipeg's tallest for a generation, which had an observation deck when it first opened.
Winnipeg is one of only two North American cities having two Roman Catholic cathedrals.
members.fortunecity.com /iowa1999/winnipeg/winnipeg.html   (1199 words)

  
 Winnipeg Jets (1972-1996)
Approximately $250,000 is raised at this rally from the citizens of Winnipeg.
However, efforts to keep them in Winnipeg beyond a season were hampered when the Winnipeg City Council voted to deny charitable tax status on donations to The Spirit of Manitoba formerly known as the MEC, who were raising money to save the team.
Although the decision would be overturned, the Spirit of Manitoba would fail to raise the required capital to proceed with the purchase of the Winnipeg Jets, ending all hopes the team would stay in Winnipeg beyond one year, as ownership outside Winnipeg was sought.
www.sportsecyclopedia.com /nhl/winnipeg/winjets.html   (2525 words)

  
 Winnipeg on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: )
In the city are the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Manitoba Theater Group, and a symphony orchestra.
The Univ. of Manitoba and the Univ. of Winnipeg are also there, and the city has a Canadian Football League team.
The shell of the Boniface Cathedral, that was destoyred by fire in 1968, remains a landmark in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in Canada.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/W/Winnipeg.asp   (687 words)

  
 Welcome to Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc.'s web site, where you can stay up-to-date on what is happening at Winnipeg ...
In support of our mandate of operating excellent facilities and services, Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. (WAA) invites the submission of proposals to lease, develop, and operate food and beverage, retail, and duty free concessions at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc.(WAA) and Unicity Taxi Ltd. (Unicity) are pleased to announce the signing of a long term agreement for taxi service at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport that incorporates revolutionary customer service standards.
Winnipeg Airports Authority is pleased to be a partner in education by hosting 30 Grade 9 students for the thirteenth annual Take Our Kids to Work Day.
www.waa.ca   (367 words)

  
 Radisson Hotels & Resorts. Hotel reservations for leisure and business travel.
With a prime downtown Winnipeg location, the Radisson Hotel Winnipeg-Skyview offers the kind of warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere and tailored services sure to please business and leisure travelers alike.
The Radisson Hotel Winnipeg-Skyview, located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, is just minutes from the Exchange District, historic Forks Market and Winnipeg Convention Centre.
Winnipeg area attractions convenient to the Radisson Hotel Winnipeg-Skyview include Winnipeg Art Gallery, Manitoba Theater Centre, Museum of Man and Nature and Assiniboine Zoo.
www.radisson.com /winnipegca   (356 words)

  
 The Future of Hockey in Winnipeg   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Minnesota Moose of the IHL moved to Winnipeg for the 1996-1997 season and became known the Manitoba "Fighting" Moose.
It was and remains my belief that Winnipeg will eventually become a WHL town, and that the reborn Warriors, Monarchs, Clubs, Jets, or whatever they'll be called, will be here for a long time to come in one form or another.
The chances of the NHL ever returning to Winnipeg are virtually zero, but there will be a significant number of franchises that will be available for relocation in the coming years.
www.curtiswalker.com /jets/future.asp   (716 words)

  
 Winnipeg Hotel: The Fairmont Winnipeg - Winnipeg Luxury Hotel
Located in the heart of vibrant downtown Winnipeg -- the corner of Portage and Main -- The Fairmont Winnipeg extends the naturally warm reception of the Prairies.
Winnipeg's premier hotel will instantly charm as you experience our exemplary service, well-appointed guestrooms and discerning surroundings.
Featuring a state of the art conference floor, The Fairmont Winnipeg promises a successful conference, meeting or tradeshow and sets the standard for hospitality in the province.
www.fairmont.com /winnipeg   (314 words)

  
 ABC News: FedEx plane crashes in downtown Winnipeg   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The plane, which was on its way to Thunder Bay, Ontario, from Winnipeg, was operated and maintained by FedEx subcontractor Morningstar Air Express Inc., Cooper said.
Federal aviation inspectors and police have not yet determined the cause of the crash, she said.
Winnipeg was hit by an unusually early and heavy snowfall on Wednesday.
abcnews.go.com /International/wireStory?id=1190068   (287 words)

  
 Sheraton Winnipeg Hotels: Sheraton Winnipeg - Hotel Rooms at sheraton.com   (Site not responding. Last check: )
We are home to the premier conference facilities in downtown Winnipeg, specializing in hosting corporate meetings and weddings.
Nearby attractions and events to this Winnipeg Manitoba hotel include the Winnipeg Convention Centre, the MTS Centre (Arena), and the Winnipeg Jazz Festival to name afew.
The Sheraton Winnipeg is leaving the Starwood system on September 30, 2005.
starwoodhotels.com /sheraton/search/hotel_detail.html?propertyID=235   (253 words)

  
 Winnipeg, city, Canada
Two-tier banking: the rise of fringe banks in Winnipeg's inner city.
Social investment in the inner city: community and capital in West Broadway, Winnipeg (1).
Air Canada announces new Tango Service to Regina/Saskatoon and Thunder Bay; More summer service to Vancouver, Winnipeg and Halifax; Tango fleet to grow to 9 aircraft; Website continues to draw over 80% of bookings.
www.infoplease.com /ce6/world/A0852470.html   (394 words)

  
 myWinnipeg.com
Winnipeg city councillors on Wednesday defeated a motion to introduce term limits on council positions, but approved a proposal to increase water and sewer rates by almost 12 per cent.
RCMP in Manitoba are being sued by a mentally ill former soldier who says officers used a Taser on him while he was handcuffed.
Five men with connections to the Bandidos motorcycle club were sentenced to a combined 30 years in prison Wednesday for convictions related to a vicious kidnapping in Winnipeg in 2005.
www.mywinnipeg.com   (330 words)

  
 Winnipeg Saints, Junior "A" Hockey Club - Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Winnipeg Saints latest trades can be found under
Forwards Robin Allison of the Winnipeg Saints and Donald Melnyk of the OCN Blizzard are the co-winners of the MJHL Old Dutch Player of the Week.
Allison, 20, helped the Saints to 3-1 record last week, including a 3-0 record at the MJHL Showcase Weekend.
www.sportsmanitoba.com /saints   (134 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Winnipeg, University of, Canada (Colleges, Canadian) - Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: )
AllRefer.com - Winnipeg, University of, Canada (Colleges, Canadian) - Encyclopedia
Winnipeg, University of, at Winnipeg, Man., Canada; founded 1871.
It is controlled jointly by the provincial government of Manitoba and the United Church of Canada.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/W/WinnipegU.html   (158 words)

  
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Winnipeg - NW Winnipeg - SE Winnipeg - South
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