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The downtown neighbourhood offers culture, history, entertainment and great dining, as well as filling your day-to-day needs, such as a grocery store at The Bay Downtown or a work-out at the YMCA’s fantastic facilities. Stroll along the riverwalks in the summer and in the winter, navigate through the indoor walkways, which connect to dozens of shops and services. Hang up those car keys and step out into downtown’s vibrant community!
As gas prices soar, do you ever wonder what life would be like if you didn’t have to drive everywhere? Living downtown means you’re in the middle of everything. Experience the freedom of depending less on your car and feeling better about your impact on the environment. The neighbourhood offers the conveniences you’re looking for, all within a five to 10 minute walk from your front door. Day-to-day needs are met by amenities such as a grocery store at The Bay Downtown and the YMCA’s fantastic fitness facilities. Stroll along the riverwalk in the summer and in the winter, navigate through the indoor walkways, which connect to dozens of shops, restaurants and services. The Downtown Spirit free shuttle bus operates year round. Hang up those car keys and step out into downtown’s vibrant community! All you need is less than 10 minutes from your doorstep With countless shops, everyday services, restaurants and entertainment, downtown living is convenient and eclectic. Think there are no grocery stores downtown? Think again! The Bay Downtown Food Market, Fredette’s Family Food on Donald, and the fresh produce and meat at The Forks Market offer plenty of selection. You can also explore Chinatown for some authentic ingredients or save on grocery basics at Giant Tiger at Donald and Ellice. Visit downtown’s specialty stores for health food, wine, cheese and more. Over 260 downtown shops offer everything from art, music, cards and gifts to clothing, jewelry, office supplies and home furnishings. You’ll also find drugstores, spas, health and fitness facilities, florists, photofinishing and more. The three downtown shopping centres—Portage Place, cityplace and Winnipeg Square—are all connected by the walkway system. The Forks Market, Johnston Terminal and a myriad of other downtown shops also offer unique products worth perusing. History being made right before your eyes Watch as Winnipeg’s history unfolds around you and the future rolls out in front of your eyes. There is an exciting pulse in downtown Winnipeg, and a sense of history as you walk down the streets. It was here that Winnipeg was born, and it bears the marks of our city’s evolution over the years everywhere you look. Modern office towers rise up over grand turn of the century bank buildings, and historic facades are integrated into airy new buildings. Downtown living offers your pick of brand new condos with rooftop patios, panoramic views, and the trendiest décor, or converted warehouse lofts sporting authentic hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings and brick walls that whisper from the past. From landmarks like the MTS Centre and Millennium Library, to the Forks’s world-class Skate Plaza and CTV’s state-of-the-art studio, to the future skylines of Manitoba Hydro’s office tower and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, the heart of our city is changing before your eyes. Pull up a seat and watch it unfold! |
Check out a list of new condos and funky converted lofts! |
