From the RBC Convention Centre VOL. 1, NO. 4


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Centre News AUTUMN 2018


eptember brings cooler temperatures, brighter col- ours and busy times at the RBC Convention Centre. These next four months we will host numerous


conventions that will bring national and international delegates to our city and through our building. When we include our exciting gala season, two dance con- ventions, various expos, Central Canada Comic Con, a Remembrance Day ceremony, Signatures Craft Show and of course our annual New Year’s Eve event, our team is working hard to ensure each event and each guest will receive an exceptional customer experience and experi- ential service. We thank you for picking up a copy of Centre News


Message to the Community


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and invite you to also follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on all events and activities that take place here all year long.


King regards, Drew Fisher President & CEO, RBC Convention Centre


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Contents Become a city champion Sparks set to fly at ninth annual CanWeld Expo Editor


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Consulting Editor Bill Burfoot


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Back to where it all began The possibilities are endless Imagine yourself here Upcoming events


Manuel Sousa Photography our newest Preferred Partner Consider the Audiovisual Technician when preparing a Run of Show The greatest show in Canada a festival of delights! The wonders of winter squash


Recipe Box: Cider glazed roasted brined turkey breast Puzzles


Changing the face of downtown Winnipeg Puzzle solutions Information Centre


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CAIT-MFA join forces to offer a unique national conference Message from President & CEO Fall gala season is upon us


Skills Compétences Canada and Skills Canada Manitoba honoured for their outstanding contribution to the community


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