Winnipeg, Manitoba - PrairiesCan
Manitoba is home to an expansive four-season festival scene that showcases vibrant arts and culture, offering unique year-round experiences for people to come together and enjoy the best of what the province has to offer. One of those events that draws visitors from around the globe is the Winnipeg Folk Festival.
Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface-Saint Vital, announced a federal investment of $380,000 for the Winnipeg Folk Festival. The festival is celebrating its 48th year at Birds Hill Park. This investment will support the festival's capital improvements and staffing plans as it capitalizes on its triumphant return to an in-person event in 2022.
The tourism industry is a significant economic driver across Manitoba, supporting businesses and high-quality jobs. The Government of Canada continues to make investments that enhance and create new experiences to attract regional, national, and international visitors.
