A Spirit of Production in the Exchange
Summer has the Exchange District buzzing with life, and festival season is in full swing! These sunny days and vibrant events draw Winnipeggers from all over the city to enjoy live music, comedy, culture, and…
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Commonwealth Kitchen + Bar is a love letter to Winnipeg
Commonwealth Kitchen + Bar is breathing new life into the historic Bank of Toronto building between McDermot and Bannatyne. Since 1905, the building has stood as a cornerstone of Winnipeg’s Bankers Row, and now it’s…
Narratives, Inc. Amplifies Community Through Storytelling
Since 2017, Narratives Inc. has been amplifying Indigenous and diverse voices through a holistic approach to supportive services. As a multidisciplinary organization, they excel in crafting meaningful and impactful stories through design, research, and community…
Urban Shaman Elevates Indigenous Voices
Urban Shaman stands as a vibrant artist-run centre and a beacon for Indigenous art in the Exchange District and beyond. Since its inception, Urban Shaman has been dedicated to showcasing and celebrating First Nations, Métis,…
Art Galleries in the Exchange
The Exchange District is Winnipeg’s quintessential arts and culture hub, brimming with creativity and vibrant energy. It’s a neighbourhood fuelled by artistry and innovation that’s home to many unique galleries and creative spaces. From cutting-edge…
Empowering Innovators: Inside North Forge Technology Exchange
Do you know there is a heritage building on William Street that houses a cutting-edge advanced manufacturing facility? North Forge Technology Exchange, one of North America’s largest fabrication and rapid prototyping facilities, is creating community…
Summer in the Exchange
As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, the Exchange District comes alive! There’s nothing quite like summer in the Exchange, a season filled with unforgettable events and experiences for every audience. Shine…
History Meets Creativity at 75 Albert Street
Nestled on the corner where Albert meets McDermot is 75 Albert (aka the Silvestor-Willson Building), a structure with a storied past and colourful present. Since its very inception, the building has been a community hub…
Sustainability in the Exchange
It’s almost Earth Day, a time of year to consider our environmental impact and the steps we are taking to live more sustainably. In the Exchange District, sustainability is a community effort, and we’re proud…
Architecture in the Exchange
A walk down the cobblestone streets of the Exchange District feels like stepping into Winnipeg’s past. The architecture vividly depicts the city’s evolution over the past century and hints at its future development. While modern…
Sam’s Place: Where Coffee Meets Community
At Sam’s Place, every cup of coffee comes with a side of social impact. More than a caffeine fix, each sip supports a youth empowerment program aimed at building brighter futures. Sam’s Place, a social…
Lights on the Exchange Artist Spotlight #3
Diana Lynn VanderMeulen Diana Lynn VanderMeulen is a Toronto-based multimedia artist whose practice fluidly alternates between digital and analogue mediums. With a focus on extended reality and cyclical material use, Diana uses new media in…