WINNIPEG, September 7, 2026
Heritage sites are cornerstones of our history. They showcase our culture and shape our identity. By investing in their preservation and accessibility, we are protecting places of remembrance at the heart of our communities.
Today, Ginette Lavack, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services and Member of Parliament (St. Boniface–St. Vital), announced funding of $400,000 over two years, starting in 2026–2027, for the project to highlight the 175th anniversary of the heritage building that houses Le Musée de Saint-Boniface in Winnipeg. She made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages.
Since 1851, the building that houses this museum has played an important role in the history of St. Boniface and the rich cultural heritage of Winnipeg. Over the years, it has served many functions, including a convent, a hospital, a hospice and a school, and today is a gathering place where the heritage of Francophone, Métis and First Nations communities in Manitoba can be discovered.
The funding will make it possible to preserve this historic building and highlight its 175th anniversary by making it even more welcoming and accessible. The renovated spaces will also allow the museum to expand its cultural programming by hosting exhibitions, performances, screenings, outdoor installations and artist residencies. The project will also foster participation of the community, as well as artists and heritage experts from the region.
Through the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program, we are building strong communities where our culture and heritage are celebrated and accessible locally.