1. Winnipeg The Heart of the Continent

2. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Winnipeg Particulars Located in Manitoba Manitoba’s biggest city Major: Sam Katz Population: 730,018 (2011 census) Elevation: 238 m Area: 5,302.98km 2

3. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Geography Located in the Canadian Prairies Lies in the bottom of the Red River Valley Four major Rivers Red River Assiniboine La Salle The Seine River Appear

4. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Winnipeg’s History First settled in 1738 Used as a site for trading between First Nations and European settlers Officially became a city in 1873

5. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Demographics Very diverse city Large aboriginal population 65% Caucasian population 16.2% Asian population Lots of smaller groups including Black and Arab Reasons living here include school and work

6. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Economy Tourism Finance Transportation Manufacturing Government

7. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Infrastructure Roads, pedestrian and bike paths Winnipeg Transit Cars and Taxis Highways (Trans Canada Highway #1) James Richardson International Airport

8. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Entertainment Festivals such as Folkorama, Festival du Voyaguer, Jazz Fest and Fringe Fest. MTS Centre, Venue for large musical acts such as Dixie Chicks, Tragically Hip, Pink and more! Home to the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra and the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra The Fork, a famous market and meeting place within the city.

9. Copyright 2014 by K. Rupp-HaydenPowerPoint for Mac 2008 Sports Professional Leagues NHL Hockey: Winnipeg Jets CFL Football: Blue Bombers AAIPB Baseball: Goldeyes