shopping
HOOPERS This spacious lifestyle emporium specializes in mint condition Danish and mid-century modern furnishings and lighting. Also features fun housewares and smart gifts. 70 Albert St, 204-943-5240, shophoopers. ca, Map 1: O‐4
HUT K This loft-like Exchange District showroom is the height of hip, specializing in cool, contemporary home furnishings with a Scandinavian sensibility. Exclusive Winnipeg retailer of modern designer lines from BluDot, Tom Dixon and Design House Stockholm. Fun selection of home decor items including clocks and powerful bluetooth speakers. 200 Princess St, 204-894-7639, hutk. ca, Map 1: N‐4
INTERIOR ILLUSIONS Located in the heart of the Exchange District, this posh interior design shop has many exquisite, high-end home decor pieces. Almost everything can be customized to fit any home or style. Open to both the public and design professionals. 100 Princess St, 204-925-4162, interiorillusions. ca, Map 1: O‐3
KESAY Intimate interior design showroom displays out-of-the-ordinary furniture and accessories, including lamps, shelving and one-of-a-kind door pulls. Design services provided. 693 Taylor Ave, 204-925-2226, kesay. ca, Map 2: E‐4
LIFA HOME This Johnston Terminal nook carries modern meets vintage home decor pieces, such as mirrors and clocks. The province’ s largest supplier of Amy Howard chalk-based paints. Unit 14 Johnston Terminal, 25 Forks Market Rd, 204-943-5020, lifahome. com, Map 1: Q‐5
THESE FOUR WALLS Beautiful showroom displays a full range of ever-changing styles and pieces for your home, including custom couches, wood furniture, lamps, wall hangings, clocks, mirrors and servingware. 167 Stafford Ave, 204-452-5786, thesefourwalls. ca, Map 1: T‐1
URBAN BARN Posh, globally inspired furniture and accessories in pops of colour, rich woods, and leather. Showrooms are set up as inspiration for dining, entertaining and bedroom decor. 7-1585 Kenaston Blvd, 204-489-9753, Map 2: E‐3; 1594 Regent Ave. W, 204-663-7656, Map 2: D‐6; 1430 Ellice Ave, 204-452-2102, urbanbarn. com, Map 2: C‐3
WEST COAST KIDS Specializing in eco-friendly baby bedroom furniture, strollers, highchairs, and carseats. Also carries chemical-free products for kitchen and bathroom. Trendy nursery decor and leather diaper bags are perfect for hip mamas. 103 Princess St, 204-942-1237, westcoastkids. ca, Map 1: O‐4
Furs & leather
BILL WORB FURS INC. Carries an extensive collection of raw and dressed wild fur pelts and leathers. A selection of fur hats in jockey and aviator styles for men and women available. 312 Ross Ave, 1-866-245-9672, billworbfurs. com, Map 1: M‐1
WONDERFUL WORLD OF SHEEPSKIN Custommade sheepskin products, including plush rockers for the kids, rugs and throws for the home, plus cozy mitts, hats, slippers, gloves, coats, jackets and decor items. 250 Dufferin Ave, 204-586-8097, worldofsheepskin. com, Map 1: L‐4
GIFts
BAYSHORE GIFTS IN GLASS Dichronic glass jewellery, ornaments, candle holders, plates, bottle stoppers, coasters and custom pieces are created in store by three resident artists. One-of-a-kind gifts and souvenirs. The Forks Market, 2nd floor, 204-415-7228, bayshoregiftsinglass. com, Map 1: Q‐5
BEST OF FRIENDS GIFT SHOP Located in the Millennium Library, this non-profit shop carries readingand writing-related gifts for book lovers. Beautiful notebooks, pens, jewellery and fun giftware are carefully selected for substance and style. Main Floor Lobby, Millennium Library, 251 Donald St, 204-947-0110, friendswpl. ca, Map 1: P‐3
BOUTIQUE DU FESTIVAL Home base for February’ s popular Festival du Voyageur, this year-round gift shop stocks iconic red sashes, leather and fur mukluks and mittens, Métis history books and T-shirts and mugs, emblazoned with the festival logo. Stop by before the festival to suit up! 233 Provencher Blvd, 204-237-7692, festivalvoyageur. mb. ca, Map 1: P‐6
CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS BOUTIQUE Commemorative pens, shawls, and accessories bear the CMHR logo, while a selection of fair trade and ethically sourced products, including clothing, bags and jewellery, are inspiring souvenirs. 85 Israel Asper Way, 204-289-2000, humanrights. ca, Map 1: Q‐5
COAL AND CANARY A fun, bright space welcomes local company’ s beloved quirky named candles along a collection of other Canadian-made products like luxury bath salts and natural essential oils. 1 Forks Market Rd, 2nd floor, coalandcanary. com, Map 1: Q‐5
THE FORKS MARKET STORES Aida Crystal( handmade fine glass, crystal and wood products) 204-253-1609; The Almond Tree( imported and specialty candy), 204-947-2795; Distant Caravans( gifts from Middle East and Africa), 204-947-2169; Dragon House( Chinese imports), 204-943-3882; Gilbert’ s Stones( amber, amethyst and ammolite jewellery and sweaters from Ecuador and Peru), 204-956-5193; Mystic Scents( incense), 204-772-6163; S. F. Imports( Ukrainian imports), 204-943-8167; Teekca’ s Aboriginal Boutique( gifts crafted by First Nations artists, mukluks, dream catchers); Two Rivers( Canadian souvenirs), 204-947-0186; Yash Global( exotic handicrafts from India, Thailand and Indonesia), 204-949-9497. All locations found at Map 1: Q‐5
FIVE SMALL ROOMS This sunny space elegantly showcases giftware, contemporary and traditional fine china, silverware, food products, clothing and jewellery. Carries local and international brands including Kate Spade, Michael Aram and Swarovski. 2-1176 Taylor Ave, 204-488-8099, fivesmallrooms. com, Map 2: E‐3
HUMBOLDT’ S LEGACY This shop is a haven for the ecoconscious shopper. A selection of Earth-friendly items like bamboo apparel and fair trade organic coffee and tea are part of the product mix. 167 Lilac St, 204-772-1404, humboldtslegacy. com, Map 1: T‐2
MODERN SUPPLY CO. A curated selection of women’ s fashions as well as minimalist, luxe homeware, like cozy handwoven pillows and artisanal ceramics. Most products handmade such as soaps, bath scrubs and essential oils. Attached to Thom Bargen Coffee & Tea. 250 Kennedy St, 204-615-6997, modernsupplyco. ca, Map 1: P‐3
LA PARFUMERIE Canada’ s only remaining parfumerie. Create a custom scent or choose a house signature. Perfumes, blended with quality essential oils, contain no alcohol or animal products. 145 Evanson St, 204-475-4895, nothingperfume. com, Map 2: D‐3
PINERIDGE HOLLOW Showroom of high-quality furniture inspired by a prairie lifestyle. Country-style themed rooms display quilts, tea sets, baby products, garden supplies, gourmet treats and tableware. Oakbank MB, off Hwy 59, east on Garven Rd, 204-777-3881, pineridgehollow. com, Map 2: A‐7
PUBLIC GENERAL STORE Minimalist shop stocks beautiful, primarily Canadian made home decor, natural body products. Also, fresh bouquets of the week. 156 Sherbrook St, 204-775-0504, shoppublic. co, Map 1: R‐2
TARA DAVIS STUDIO BOUTIQUE This small boutique carries hand-made treasures made by the owner and more than 100 Canadian designers. Great selection of jewellery, art and fashion accessories. 246 McDermot Ave, 204-504-8272, taradavis. ca, Map 1: O‐4
THE FORKS TRADING COMPANY Staple store for local artisans’ handmade products and celebrating prairie pride. Products include food, natural beauty products, kids’ toys, art and home decor. 1 Forks Market Rd, 2nd floor, Map 1: Q‐5
TINY FEAST Cute Exchange District boutique specializes in stationary with clean, artful design. Swoon over pretty notebooks, pens, gifts, and housewares.‘ Pegcentric art prints are a local favourite. 217 McDermot Ave, 204-942-5889, tinyfeast. com, Map 1: O‐4
WAG @ THE FORKS The Winnipeg Art Gallery’ s new retail space features Inuit, First Nations and Métis art from some of Canada’ s most celebrated artists, including Jackson Beardy. This store also carries artisan-made jewellery, crafts and gifts from the WAG Gallery Shop. On-site workshops feature beading and carving. Johnston Terminal at The Forks, main floor, 204-789-1349, Map 1: O‐5
WOW! MABUHAY Cozy boutique houses unique indoor and outdoor decor imported from around the world. Also, features photograpghy, posters, and books capturing the beauty of the Canadian landscape. Johnston Terminal at The Forks, main floor, Map 1: O‐5
GIFts / Imported
LA BODEGA IMPORTS Step into another world at this bright, eclectic shop, where shelves are piled with colourful garden decor, decorative glass and glassware, artwork, and pottery sourced directly from Mexico. 955 Portage Ave, 204-772-4331, labodegaimports. com, Map 2: D‐3
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS An eclectic mix of gifts, women’ s clothing, silver jewellery, hats, and scarves from around the world. Also carries Trollbeads line of jewellery. Unique lanterns, journals, and instruments. Johnston Terminal at The Forks, main floor, 204-989-2173, globalconnections. ca, Map 1: Q‐5
MANDARIN INTERNATIONAL Items from the Far East, including porcelain, books, clothing and accessories as well as Canadian souvenirs, including maple syrup, art prints, First Nations crafts and t-shirts. Johnston Terminal at The Forks, main floor, 204-943-0383, Map 1: Q‐5
OSEREDOK BOUTIQUE Works by local and international artists, as well as imported jewellery, books, music, embroidery, ceramics and giftware. Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre, 184 Alexander Ave East, 204-942-0218, Map 2: N‐4
RADIANCE Metaphysically focused store boasts locally made and imported products. Pretty greeting cards, journals, aromatherapy, products, candles, crystals, handmade silver jewellery and spiritual soundtracks. Many books on creativity, spiritual growth, inspiration and healthy living. 7-875 Corydon Ave, 204-284-4231, radiancegifts. com, Map 1: T‐2
TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES Fair trade decor, tablecloths, wallets and jewellery from developing countries. Mennonite Central Committee stores offer handmade crafts and giftware imported from around the world. 134 Plaza Dr, 204-261-6381, Map 2: F‐4; 963 Henderson Hwy, 204-661-5545, tenthousandvillages. ca, Map 2: C‐5
GIFts / nature-themed
ASSINIBOINE PARK ZOO GIFT SHOPS Featuring gifts for kids of all ages. Find moveable puppets, elephant poo notebooks and bamboo rain sticks in the Wild Things Gift Shop, and cute polar plushies at Arctic Treasures inside the Journey to Churchill exhibit. All proceeds go back to the Park. Assiniboine Park Zoo, 2595 Roblin Blvd, 204-927-6061( Wild Things), 204-927-8042( Arctic Treasures), assiniboinepark. ca, Map 2: D‐2
THE MUSEUM SHOP Dinosaur figurines are the crowd favourite. Stone carvings, art collections, clothing, kids’ toys, and educational games fill the store’ s walls. Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, 204-988-0615, Map 1: N‐4
THE NATURE SHOP Located in FortWhyte Alive, this shop carries all sorts of great gifts for nature enthusiasts, including nature-inspired jewellery, notecards, kids’ toys and books. 1961 McCreary Rd, 204-989-8355, fortwhyte. org, Map 2: F‐2
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