Here’s a roundup of what’s open, closed or operating on a reduced schedule on Louis Riel Day in Winnipeg on Monday, February 16.
What’s Open and Closed in Winnipeg on Louis Riel Day
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Celebrate Louis Riel Day at Festival du Voyageur
With Festival du Voyageur underway, Louis Riel Day is the perfect time to head down and explore French-Canadian culture.
Portrait of Louis Riel Updated at Manitoba Legislature
WINNIPEG — A new portrait designation recognizing Louis Riel as Manitoba’s first premier was unveiled on Monday.
Legislation Would Make Louis Riel Honorary First Premier of Manitoba
WINNIPEG — Métis leader Louis Riel will be recognized as Manitoba’s honorary first premier if a bill put before the legislature Thursday is passed into law.
Mint’s New Coin Honours Founder of Manitoba and Metis Leader Louis Riel
WINNIPEG — The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new coin featuring a portrait of Louis Riel, an important Metis leader and the founder of Manitoba.
Louis Riel Day Brings Out Thousands to Festival du Voyageur
Winnipegger Marc Rémillard remembers attending his very first Festival du Voyageur. “I was 16-years-old and it was the inaugural event 50 years ago,” he said.
Louis Riel Bursary Reaches $1.2 Million
The Louis Riel Bursary is funded by the Manitoba Metis Federation and Manitoba government, which have each contributed $600,000 to the fund since 2014.
Louis Riel Mosaic Unveiled at Festival du Voyageur
The face of Louis Riel lives on in Manitoba through a newly-unveiled mosaic mural at Festival du Voyageur.
Rare Manitoba Photographs to Be Unveiled at U of M
By Tyler Sutherland Rare photographs from the Louis Riel era will be revealed to the public today at the University of Manitoba. Photos from Manitoba's first legislature to a traffic jam at Portage and Main in 1874 are just some of the pieces in the unique collection...
Riel Good Looking Guy
Despite the blistery weather conditions, Louis Riel Day brought out some hearty Manitobans to Festival du Voyageur on Monday. Voyageur Park was the hub of several activities, including a performance by the Riel Gentlemen's Choir (right). Organizers say they weren't...
Louis Riel-Inspired Fun at U of M’s Discovery Centre
By David Klassen UPDATE: This event has been cancelled due to weather. Looking for something to do on Louis Riel Day? Why not take a trip back to a simpler time. The University of Manitoba's Bruce D. Campbell Farm & Food Discovery Centre is hosting a fun-packed...
Snowboarders to Compete in ‘Snow Jam’ at The Forks
If you're lucky enough to get Monday off to celebrate Louis Riel Day, The Forks is the place to be. The fifth annual Snow Jam urban snowboard competition is happening, bringing out the province's most elite snowboarders. The day will begin with the open competition,...
