Winnipeggers know the best boutique shopping is on Academy Road or in Osborne Village. But as the gentrification of downtown Winnipeg and the Exchange District gains momentum, more and more small businesses are popping up. Quaintly nestled within the large historic buildings of the downtown area, some of these shops are easy to miss if you don’t know where to look. Those with an eye for fashion might want to keep an eye out for these hidden fashion boutiques downtown and in the Exchange District. Read More
Downtown Winnipeg is known for having the most frigid intersection in the city at Portage and Main, heritage buildings in Exchange District, beautiful blooming trees on the Manitoba legislature grounds, and art galleries. It’s also known for its selection of unique, classy coffee shops. Downtown coffee shops don’t just serve espresso drinks to get you through the day; they also offer a cozy, relaxing place to unwind. Read More
Winnipeg’s craft beer scene continues to evolve, with taprooms spread around the city. There are so many options that Tourism Winnipeg has created a handy tool to help you choose a brewery! Read More
We invited Susan Ainley (also known as @broken_down_chevy on Instagram) to come and tell us a story of her experience living in downtown Winnipeg! She talked about how long she's been living in downtown, why she chose to rent, and the things she enjoy most living in downtown. Read More
If you’re looking for the best place to shop locally, look no further than the Exchange District, home to gorgeous... Read More
Winnipeg has been called "Little Chicago" or most commonly "The Chicago of the North" for good reason. At the turn of the century, Chicago and Winnipeg were rivals. Is that hard to believe? Read More
Downtown can get hectic, and sometimes all I want is a hideaway for some peace and quiet. Thankfully, downtown Winnipeg offers countless places to do yoga, meditate, study, or just regroup. Here are some of my go-to spots! Read More
Downtown living can be exciting. You’re in the heart of the city with oodles of entertainment choices right outside your door. In your new digs at 300 Main, you will also have new neighbours, maybe more than you’ve ever had before. Read More
On the first Friday of every month, Winnipeg’s Exchange District comes alive as galleries, restaurants, and boutiques open their doors after-hours to welcome art and culture lovers. In December, I left the comfort of my warm couch to venture out for the last First Fridays of 2018. Read More
We’ve all gone to a Jets game or a concert downtown and come out feeling elated after it ended. We looked at our friends, standing in the entrance of Bell MTS Place or shivering outside, and debated where to go for a nightcap. We didn’t want the night to end just yet, and we wanted to gush over what we’d just experienced. If you’re looking for something a little bit different and much more intimate, here’s a list of places downtown and in the Exchange that aren’t your typical pub. Read More