Manitoba tourism attractions receiving nearly $2M boost

Several Manitoba tourism destinations, including Assiniboine Park, are getting money from Ottawa.

Manitoba’s tourism industry just got a major financial boost from the Government of Canada.

“From family attractions, like The Leaf here at Assiniboine Park, to our thriving arts and culture scene, our cuisine -- there’s truly, truly something for everyone in Manitoba,” said Minister of PrairiesCan Terry Duguid.

“And many of us are choosing Canada rather than travelling south right now, and for good reason.”

In a news conference on Friday, Duguid announced that the federal government is investing $1.85 million in nine Manitoba attractions. This includes:

• $350,000 to expand and enhance the National Indigenous Residential School Museum;
• $350,000 to expand Rosé Beach House and increase tourism in Winnipeg Beach;
• $250,000 for the Churchill Chamber of Commerce to create an AI-powered northern lights tracker;
• $152,875 for MASS Investments to create a glamping experience and increase tourism in Pinawa;
• $250,000 for the Assiniboine Park Conservancy to create a winter activation program at Assiniboine Park;
• $150,000 to enhance the Lights on the Exchange/Allumez le Quartier public art festival;
• $125,000 for the Tourism Association of Manitoba to support export readiness activities for tourism operators;
• $118,685 for Pinawa Unplugged to develop multi-day active tourism offerings; and
• $99,999 to enhance Falcon Trail Resort.

“Tourism is a vital part of our province’s identity, supporting thousands of jobs and driving economic growth across Manitoba,” Duguid said.

“Every trip, whether a weekend getaway or a long-awaited vacation, helps create jobs, sustain livelihoods and boost businesses and communities that make our province such an attractive place.”

According to Travel Manitoba, tourism supports over 20,000 jobs and contributes $1.8 billion to visitor spending every year.

The government added that tourism is an important aspect of the province’s economy, and helps to showcase the province’s landscapes, multicultural heritage, and Indigenous-led experiences.