Welcome to the Exchange District
Arts and cultural district in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Restaurants, galleries, boutique shopping and so much more.
Guiding the Exchange District’s Future
The Exchange District is evolving at an unprecedented rate, and we’re leading a community effort to help set its course for the future.
Learn more about the planning process for setting priorities and values to guide the future of Winnipeg’s historic core.
Independent. Local. Historic.
Walk outdoors from shop to shop and get a bite to eat or something to sip along the way.
The Exchange District is Winnipeg’s premier local and independent shopping destination. Many retailers have reopened for walk-ins with measures in place for a COVID-safe shopping experience, and most still offer options for distanced ordering and pickup.
Latest Posts
Daanook
The sign says it all—”Good Food, Good Mood.” In the fall of 2020, Daanook quietly moved into the Exchange District, impressing the neighbourhood with its authentic Syrian dishes and charming hospitality.
Commonwealth MFG: Pride in Process
Since 2015, Andrew Doerksen has been fulfilling the need for transparency in the apparel industry, responsibly manufacturing quality collared shirts in an historic Exchange District studio.
Summer Job Opportunities
We are hiring two students to work as a Heritage Interpretive Tour Guides who will be responsible for the delivery…
Exchange District Audio Tours
Explore this National Historic Site of Canada in your own time with a self-guided walking tour! With the launch of…
Figuring it Out With King + Bannatyne
Since Mike Del Buono opened his restaurant in 2014, its has been a cornerstone of the community and continues to safely serve Winnipeg throughout the uncertainty of a pandemic.
Katie + Gunner: The District’s New Contemporary Art Gallery
The family-owned gallery brilliantly highlights Inuit Art, Folk Art, Photography and Textile Art from both local and international artists.
The City’s History is Written on our Streets
EXPLORE THE EXCHANGE
Getting Around
Whether you’re driving, cycling, walking, or on public transit, it’s easy to find your way. Wherever you start your visit in our 20-square-block district, your destination is less than a 10-minute walk away!
Eat Your Heart Out
The Exchange offers a culinary experience like no other. Check out some of Winnipeg’s most popular restaurants, bars and cafes that take pride in sourcing local ingredients, feature high quality creations and are innovative in their presentation.
Shop the Exchange
Find an unparalleled collection of independent shops, locally made goods, delightfully curated vintage, and Winnipeg’s longest operating toy-store. The Exchange District is the perfect place to discover something new.