Sustainability in the Exchange
It’s almost Earth Day, a time of year to consider our environmental impact and the steps we are taking to live more sustainably. In the Exchange District, sustainability is a community effort, and we’re proud…
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Architecture in the Exchange
A walk down the cobblestone streets of the Exchange District feels like stepping into Winnipeg’s past. The architecture vividly depicts the city’s evolution over the past century and hints at its future development. While modern…
Lights on the Exchange Artist Spotlight #3
Diana Lynn VanderMeulen Diana Lynn VanderMeulen is a Toronto-based multimedia artist whose practice fluidly alternates between digital and analogue mediums. With a focus on extended reality and cyclical material use, Diana uses new media in…
The Best Date Night Spots in the Exchange
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, which means spending time with loved ones. While the time-honoured tradition of ‘date night’ happens all year, there’s something extra magic about a day dedicated to celebrating love. Nestled in the…
Hilary Druxman Jewelry Celebrates 30 Years of Brilliance
For 30 years, Hilary Druxman has designed beautiful, timeless jewelry in the Exchange District. Armed with decades of experience and a passion for community, Hilary Druxman has become a destination location and a mainstay in…
Borgo Antico: Classic Italian comes home to the Exchange
Borgo Antico is bringing authentic Italian food and an intimate, cheerful atmosphere to the Exchange District. Owners Giacomo and Susan Appice are no strangers to the restaurant scene. These industry veterans have been making waves…
Shop the Exchange 2023 Gift Guide #2: Everyday Indulgences
26 Market Kinto Day Off Tumbler $54 Available in a variety of stunning colours, the Day Off Tumbler is double-walled with a vacuum seal to prevent heat transfer. It will keep its contents hot or…
Shop the Exchange 2023 Gift Guide: Hidden Gems
As the holiday season arrives, we are reminded of the importance of shopping locally. The Exchange is well-known for its plethora of independently owned shops, each with a unique array of items sure enough to…
Brushing History: The Travelling Sign Painters Revive Hand-Painted Art in the Exchange
The Travelling Sign Painters are preserving the art of hand-painted advertisements and murals while breathing new life into the neighbourhood. You may have seen their work adorning the sides of heritage buildings, advertising your favourite…
Ghosts Signs in the Exchange: A Glimpse Into the Past with Matt Cohen
It’s hard to miss the collection of painted, fading ads on the sides of heritage buildings in the Exchange District. These are ghost signs, and they offer us a window into the past, representing a…
Vintage in the Exchange
The Exchange District is a mecca for lovers of vintage treasures, secondhand gems, and thrifted finds. Those seeking a unique piece and to make a more environmentally-conscious choice can choose from five local secondhand stores,…
Dave Barber Cinematheque: Where Independent Cinema Shines
Dave Barber Cinematheque lives in the historic Artspace building. Run by the Winnipeg Film Group, Cinematheque has been a theatre mainstay in the Exchange since the early 1980s, screening the best of local, Canadian, and…