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Winnipeg: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Winnipeg is the capital and largest city of the Canadian province of Manitoba. It is centred on the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine rivers.

Winnipeg · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places
Now in the cityWinnipegsunset 05:01 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map19
Exchange rate$1.40per 1 $CAD — the local currencyas of Nov 3, 2026
Winnipeg in pictures24 photos · 3 places
Princess Auto Stadium
Quintin Soloviev · cc0 · Mar 24, 2025
Fream, W. (William), 1854-1906 · pdm · Jan 1, 1886
Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada · cc-by-2.0 · Oct 31, 1998
201 Portage
Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada · cc-by-2.0 · Apr 6, 2001

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 4, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

Choose a passport

Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Internships, au pair and study programmes have a different visa category and a different set of documents. Applications go through CMO International Programmes.

IEC international programmes

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Addition of  information about entry requirements for those entering from Ebola-affected regions ('Entry requirements' page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Canada . Canada is generally a safe destination for travelers. Crime Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching, pickpocketing, and car break-ins or theft. Review our Travel Guidance for Canada to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport YWG7.3 km from the centre
Kenora Airport YQK201 km from the centre
Brandon Municipal Airport YBR202 km from the centre