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Recreational Services

 Folklorama

The largest and longest-running multicultural festival of its kind in the world, as determined by the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts. Folklorama began in 1970 as a celebration of Manitoba’s centennial, and has grown into an annual two-week festival of global culture that takes place the first two weeks in August.

Throughout the year, Folklorama is sustained by three business divisions: Travel, Talent, and Teachings.

  • Produces Folklorama, an annual 2-week multicultural festival.

  • Celebrates diversity

  • Promotes cultural understanding.

  • Promotes folk arts through multicultural shows.

  • Acts as booking agent for ethnocultural entertainment.

 Contact

info@folklorama.ca

www.folklorama.ca

183 Kennedy St 2nd Flr

Winnipeg

MB R3C 1S6

 

 African Communities of Manitoba Inc. (ACOMI)

Youth program , After-School Activities, EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Women's Program, Social Enterprise Program/Scholarships/Education Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources, Sports/Extracurricular Program.

 Contact

http://www.acomi.ca/

421 Kennedy St, Winnipeg,

MB R3B 2N2

(204) 221-6696

 

 

 Alliance Francaise du Manitoba

EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

They are the largest cultural organization in the world. It is dedicated to teaching and promoting French and its diverse culture through a network of over 800 establishments in 137 countries.

Currently, 9 Alliance Françaises across Canada unite and teach over 10 000 members their linguistic and cultural programs. Every Alliance Française is a local not-for-profit association built around the same mission and values.

 Contact

info@afmanitoba.ca 
934 Corydon Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

204-477-1515 

 

 

 Argentinean Manitoban Association Inc.

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Social Enterprise Program/Scholarships/Education.

 Contact

http://argentinos.ca/

 

 Assiniboine Chapter of Sweet Adelines Inc.

Assiniboine Chorus is a fabulous group of women who gather together in celebration of the art form known as barbershop music. We are a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, a non-profit, worldwide organization of women singers committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony through education, competition and performance.

 Contact

Churchill Park United Church
(Upstairs)
525 Beresford Avenue 
at Nassau Street South
Winnipeg, MB

 

 

 Association of Pakistani Canadians of Manitoba

Youth program , Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

  • Organizing sports and recreational activities for the youth and the kids.

  • Conducting cultural and religious teaching and coaching classes and organizing conferences and seminars in this connection.

 Contact

http://www.apconline.ca/index.html

348 Ross Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3A 0L4

Phone: (204) 943-6928

 

 

 Association of United Ukrainian Canadians Inc.

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program

 Contact

http://www.auuc.ca/about.htm

591 Pritchard Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2W 2K4

ProvinceManitoba

Phone(204) 582-9269

 

 Belgian Club

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program

 Contact

407 Provencher Blvd. Winnipeg
MB, R2H 0G9
Email: Info@belgianclub.ca

http://www.belgianclub.ca/index.html

204 237-4263 | belgianclub@mts.net

 

 

 Canada-Bangladesh Association of Manitoba

EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

To protect and represent the legitimate aspirations and rights of Bangladeshis residing in the province of Manitoba.
To provide support and assistance to new arrivals of Bangladeshi origin to adjust to the local society.

 Contact

info@cbamanitoba.org

 

 Canadian-Czech-Slovak Benevolent Association

EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources.

 Contact

http://www.czechslovakbenevolentassoc.ca/body_index.html

154 McKenzie Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R2W 5A2

204-589-7483

 

 Canadian Muslim Women’s Institute

EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Women's Program.

 Contact

http://www.cmwi.ca/

201-61 Juno St, Winnipeg,

Manitoba R3A 1T1

(204) 943-8539

 

 

 Canadian-Polish Congress

EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources.

 Contact

kongres@shaw.ca

http://www.kpkmanitoba.ca/en/

1335 Main Street, Winnipeg,

MB R2W 3T7

Tel / Fax: 204-589-7878

 

 Canadian Slovenian Cultural Society Inc.

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources, Sports/Extracurricular Program.

 Contact

http://www.canadianslovenian.mb.ca/

 

 

 Colombian Association of Manitoba Inc.

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources.

 Contact

http://www.asocolombiamanitoba.com/

 

 

 Council of South Sudanese Community in Manitoba (COSSCOM)

Youth program , Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program,  Women's Program, Sports/Extracurricular Program.

A nonprofit organization for South Sudanese Canadians residing in Manitoba. It is governed by volunteer executive members that run the affairs of the organization.

 Emmanuel Mission Newcomer Families Learning Together (South Sudan)

Youth program , After-School Activities, EAL Support Program/Language Classes,  Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Women's Program.

 Contact

https://st-matthews.ca/

Maryland entrance 
641 St. Matthews Ave, Winnipeg, 
MB R3G 0G6 
Treaty 1 Territory 

Phone: 204 774 1846

 

 

 Eritrean Community of Winnipeg

Youth program, EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources.

 Contact

http://www.eritreancommunity.ca/

346 Hargrave St, Winnipeg,

MB R3B 2J9

Phone: (204) 794-4981

 

 

 Ethiopian Society of Winnipeg

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources, Employment Services. They exists to develop, promote and support the interests of the Ethiopian community in Manitoba.

 Contact

http://www.ethiowpg.org/

 

 Finnish Canadian Club Inc.

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Sports/Extracurricular Program

 

 Contact

jukka@mts.net

http://www.scandinaviancentre.ca/

204-774-8047

 

 

 German-Canadian Congress (MB) Inc.

EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

  • To promote and encourage the participation and contribution of German-Canadians in public affairs and civic life.

  • To disseminate information and news to the benefit of the German-Canadian community.

  • To establish a fund for charitable purposes, for the benefit of the aims of multiculturalism and the support of German language education and other recognized charitable purposes carried out by various German-Canadian organizations.

 Contact

Mezzanine Unit 58 
81 Garry Street, Winnipeg,

Manitoba R3C 4J9 
P:(204) 989-8300 
F: (204) 989-8304

 

 German Society of Winnipeg Inc.

They are one of the oldest cultural societies in Canada, mirroring the cultural aspirations of hundreds of thousands of Manitobans of Germanic origin.

They engage in Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

 Contact

http://gswmb.ca/wps/

204-589-7724

121 Charles St, Winnipeg,

MB R2W 4A6

Phone: (204) 589-7724

 

 

 Ghanian Union of Manitoba

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

The Ghanaian Union of Manitoba Inc. is a non-profit organisation that brings together Ghanaians residing in Manitoba. The Ghanaian community in Manitoba is engaged in various professions and trades. The Union has cultural groups for different age groups that participates regularly in the annual Folklorama Festival held in Winnipeg.

 Contact

http://www.ghanaunionmb.ca/

Ghanaian Union of Manitoba Inc.
P.O. Box 2037, Winnipeg, 
MB. Canada R3C 3R3
PHONE: (204) 294-6160 or (204) 227-2086

 

 

 Gimli Icelandic Canadian Society

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

The Icelandic Festival of Manitoba is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting and sustaining interest in Icelandic culture and descent, primarily through the presentation of an annual family oriented celebration, held every August long weekend in beautiful Gimli, Manitoba.

 

 Contact

107-94 1st Avenue 
Gimli, Manitoba, R0C 1B1 
 Phone: 1 (204) 642-7417
*Please use 1 (204) 894-0653 until May 30, 2019
Fax: 1 (204) 642-9382 
info@icelandicfestival.com

 

 Gujurati Cultural Society of Manitoba

Youth program, After-School Activities, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support Program, After-School Activities. The GCSM is a non-profit organization operating with the primary objective of preserving and promoting the Gujarati language, traditions, rich heritage and vibrant culture.

 Contact

https://www.gcsm.org/

Gujarati Cultural Society of Manitoba
103-86 Niakwa Road, 
Winnipeg, 
R2M 3A9, 
Canada
Email: info@gcsm.org

 

 

 Hindu Society of Manitoba

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. The Hindu Temple and Cultural Centre provides cultural and religious services in downtown Winnipeg.

 Contact

http://www.hsmtemple.com/

854 Ellice Ave, Winnipeg,

MB, R3G 0C5

204-774-9197

 

 Icelandic National League of North America

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. The Icelandic National League of North America (INLNA) was formed in 1918. Our founding convention was held on March 25, 1919 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.  Since then, they have promoted cultural activities among Icelandic-North American people.

 Contact

http://www.inlofna.org/

94 1 Ave, Gimli, MB R0C 1B1

(204) 642-5897

 

 

 Indonesian Society of Manitoba

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources,  Sports/Extracurricular Program.  A not-for-profit organization with its main goal to unite Indonesians in Winnipeg.

 

 

 Irish Association of Manitoba

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. The club owes its success to its founding principles of being non-sectarian, non political and not-for-profit. Our purpose is to promote Irish cultural development in a friendly, social atmosphere.

 Contact

info@irishassociation.ca

http://www.irishassociation.ca/

204-772-8830

 

 

 Islamic Social Services Association

Youth program , After-School Activities, EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Women's Program, Social Enterprise Program/Scholarships/Education , Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources, Employment Services.

 

 Contact

info@issaservices.com

http://www.issacanada.com

 

 Italian Canadian League of Manitoba

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. Centro Caboto Centre, which is owned and operated by the Italian Canadian League of Manitoba, opened its doors on June 14, 1998. Its mission then is the same as it today. It’s a meeting place and activity centre for the Italian community and community at large that celebrates the Italian culture and lifestyle today and into the future.

 Contact

http://cabotocentre.com/

1055 Wilkes Avenue,

Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3P 2L7

Phone: 204-487-4597

Banquets: 204-488-2055

 

 

 Jamaican Association of Manitoba Inc.

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources

 Contact

Address: 1098 Winnipeg Ave, Winnipeg,

MB R3E 0S3

ProvinceManitoba

Phone(204) 786-5496

 

 Japanese Cultural Association of Manitoba

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. JCAM seeks to continually provide a home for programs and services to foster the Japanese and Japanese Canadian culture and heritage now and for future generations.

 Contact

http://mjccc.org/

180 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg,

MB R3E 2J9

Telephone  (204) 774-5909
Fax  (204) 775-6029
Email  m.jccc@shaw.ca

Lebanese Association of Canada Inc

Youth program , Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Sports/Extracurricular Program. They promote bilateral relations between Canada and Lebanon in all aspects of life: cultural, educational, touristic, and most importantly commercial.

 

 Contact

834 St. Matthews Avenue

204-774-3214

 

 Manitoba Chinese Women's Association

MCWA is a non-profit organization which works to promote the cultural awareness and cross-cultural exchange. 

 Contact

https://www.mcwa.ca/

PHONE: 1-204-891-0923

 Manitoba Hellenic Cultural Centre (Greek)

Youth program, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program

 Contact

http://www.stdemetrioschurch.com/Home.html

2255 Grant Ave. Winnipeg

MB R3P 0S2 

Phone: 204-889-8723 

Fax: 204-837-4340 

Email: greekcom@mymts.net

 

 Portuguese Association of Manitoba Inc.

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources.

 Contact

659 Young St, Winnipeg,

MB R3B 2T1

204-783-5607

 

 

 Russian Cultural Association

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Sports/Extracurricular Program.

 

 Contact

russianmanitoba@gmail.com

http://www.russianmanitoba.ca/

 

 Scandinavian Cultural Centre

EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

 Contact

Scandinavian Cultural Centre
764 Erin Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3G 2W4

Telephone: (204) 774 8047
Fax: (204) 772 1019
Email: scandinaviancc@shawcable.com

http://www.scandinaviancentre.ca/

 

 Sierra Leone Nationals Association of Manitoba (SALNAM)

Youth program , After-School Activities, EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources, Sports/Extracurricular Program.

 Contact

http://www.salnam.ca/

Henderson Hwy, Winnipeg,

MB R2L 1M3

Phone: (204) 504-1180

 

 Societe Franco-Manitobaine

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support Program.

The Accueil francophone , an initiative of the Société de la francophonie Manitoba (SFM) set up in December 2003, facilitates the settlement of Francophone newcomers to Manitoba. She :

  • welcomes francophone newcomers;

  • help with settlement procedures in the community;

  • inform and facilitate access to services and programs in the community;

  • Sensitize the host community to get involved in supporting newcomers.

 Contact

147 Provencher Boulevard, Unit 106 
St. Boniface, MB R2H 0G2

Telephone: (204) 233-4915 
Toll free: (800) 665-4443 
Fax: (204) 977-8551

sfm@sfm.mb.ca 

 

  

 Spanish Club of Winnipeg Inc.

Youth program, EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Settlement Support Services/Access to Resources, Sports/Extracurricular Program, Employment Services.

 Contact

http://www.spanishclubofwinnipeg.ca/

677 Selkirk Ave. R2W 2N4
Phone: 204-586-7615(sat.4-11pm)
Email: spanishclubofwinnipeg@gmail.com

 

 

 Sri Lankan Association of Manitoba

Youth program , EAL Support Program/Language Classes, Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program, Sports/Extracurricular Program.

A not for profit organization registered in Winnipeg, Canada. Primary objective of the association is to represent Sri Lankans living in Manitoba and promote social, cultural, educational and recreational activities amongst the membership.

 Contact

http://www.srilankanmb.org/

P.O. Box 41023, Winnipeg,

MB R3T 5T1

 

 St. Andrew’s Society of Winnipeg (Scottish)

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. The Society has two objectives: the care and welfare of immigrant Scots; and the promotion and preservation of Scottish culture in Manitoba.

 Contact

The St. Andrew's Society of Winnipeg
P.O. Box 596, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada R3C 2J3

secretary@standrewssociety.ca

http://www.standrews-wpg.ca/

 

 

 Tamil Cultural Society of Manitoba

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. To promote Cultural and Religious activities among Tamil Ethnic Group Living in Manitoba.

 Contact

http://www.tcsminc.com/Tcsm_Site/Home.html

P.O. BOX 56, Winnipeg,
Manitoba, Canada R3C 2G1
tcsminc@gmail.com

 Turkish Society of Canada

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.  A not-for-profit organization whose main objectives is to increase support in the Turkish Community; to create visibility of the Turkish Community in Canada.

 

 Contact

http://turkishcanada.org/

Turkish Society of Canada
5100 Erin Mills Parkway, PO Box 53060
Mississauga, Ontario L5M 5H7

 

 

 Ukrainian Cultural & Educational Centre

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program.

 Contact

ucec@mymts.net

http://www.ukrainianwinnipeg.ca/oseredok/

204-942-0218

 

 Zirka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble

Cultural Enrichment/Preservation and Support  Program. Zirka become a registered non-profit society who continues to perform throughout the community, and are wonderful ambassadors of the Okanagan when travelling for performances or to competitions outside of the region.

 Contact

Zirka Ukrainian Dancers
P.O. Box 23017
Shoppers Westend P.O.
Vernon, BC V1T 9L8

Email: info@zirkadancers.ca

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