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The city is home to the [[Winnipeg Blue Bombers]] of the [[Canadian Football League]]. The [[Winnipeg Jets]] [[ice hockey]] franchise was moved to [[Phoenix, Arizona]], where it now plays as the [[Phoenix Coyotes]] of the [[National Hockey League]]. | The city is home to the [[Winnipeg Blue Bombers]] of the [[Canadian Football League]]. The [[Winnipeg Jets]] [[ice hockey]] franchise was moved to [[Phoenix, Arizona]], where it now plays as the [[Phoenix Coyotes]] of the [[National Hockey League]]. | ||
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Revision as of 23:24, 8 February 2008
Winnipeg is the capital and largest city in the province of Manitoba, Canada.
History
Winnipeg General Strike
The Winnipeg General Strike, from May 15 to June 25, 1919, was Canada's most notable general strike. [1]
Climate
Winters in Winnipeg can be cold, with locals dubbing the city "Winterpeg" on account of its frigid temperatures.
Culture
Perhaps because of the city's relative isolation from other major centres, Winnipeg has a vibrant arts scene. The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is Canada's oldest ballet company and the longest continuously operating ballet company in North America. The Winnipeg Folk Festival is an important annual event. The city has given rise to many of Canada's top musical acts, including the Guess Who.
Sports
The city is home to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League. The Winnipeg Jets ice hockey franchise was moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where it now plays as the Phoenix Coyotes of the National Hockey League.
References
- ↑ Reilly, J.Nolan. Winnipeg General Strike. The Canadian Encyclopedia. Retrieved on 2008-02-09.