Winnipeg

Winnipeg is the economic, educational and cultural centre of Manitoba. Winnipeggers are well-known for their high motivation and work ethic. Over 66 per cent of the provincial workforce (349,000) is employed in Winnipeg, comprising a qualified and multilingual labour pool. Winnipeggers are renowned for their community spirit and volunteerism; their warmth can transcend even the coldest winter day. A multitude of ethnic groups live in harmony in the city, including Canada's largest francophone population outside Quebec, and the largest Aboriginal population of any Canadian city. Winnipeg is home to a diverse and dynamic artistic community, and offers its citizens a rich variety of cultural activities. Winnipeg is graced with abundant green space, and a clean environment.