If you're planning to move to Winnipeg, you may be interested to know that Manitoba's provincial capital and largest city, [pop. 720,000] is currently well underway in converting itself from a rural farm economy to a vibrant industrial center. Known as the Gateway to the West, it is located in a floodplain between the Red and Assiniboine rivers, an area now commonly referred to as 'The Forks'. Affectionately referred to as 'Winter-pig' by many of its local inhabitants, the climate in Winnipeg is exceptionally extreme, and the temperatures can range between 35° Celsius during the height of summer and down to -30° in the depths of winter.These climactic challenges will make relocating to Winnipeg a vigorous experience for those who love their outdoor activities.
Also known for having one of the windiest downtown cores in Canada, Portage Avenue and Main Street act as the hub from which other city roads radiate outwards. Downtown Winnipeg sits as the financial heart of the city and covers an area of roughly 3 km², with approximately 400,000 people working in downtown Winnipeg. Currently, the largest employers are the government or government-funded institutions. Within the private sector, some of the largest employers include Boeing Canada Technology, Bristol Aerospace, Great-West Life Assurance, Manitoba Telecom Services, and Motorcoach Industries.
Moving to Winnipeg will certainly not remove you in any sense from the cultural scene. Culturally, Winnipeg can boast the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, the Manitoba Opera, the Winnipeg Art Gallery, the Manitoba Theatre Center, and the Prairie Theatre Exchange. Festivals throughout the year include the Winnipeg Music Festival, the Winnipeg Jazz Festival, the Winnipeg Fringe Festival, the Winnipeg Folk Festival, the Festival du Voyageur, and the Red River Exhibition.
The city also possesses two major parks; the Assiniboine and Kildodnan Park, both located away from the city center. And let's not forget the Poohseum in Assiniboine Park which includes a Hundred Acre Wood playground. This celebrates the connection between Winnipeg and the famous British author A. A. Milne, known for his wonderful Winnie the Pooh children's stories. And the University of Manitoba educates almost 25,000 students yearly, leading to a vibrant academic and intellectual community within the city.
If you find yourself relocating two Winnipeg and are interested in more information, please visit: http://www.winnipeg.ca/interhom/
