History of Saint Boniface, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

1818 - Basilique-Cathédrale Saint-Boniface established in Saint-Boniface

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1870 - March 15, 1870 - Alexandre-Antonin Taché, Bishop of St. Boniface, meets Métis council at Fort Garry; new list of rights includes claim for separate schools.

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1873
ST. BONIFACE, a post village in the district of Selkirk, Man., on Red River, opposite Fort Garry. It is the seat of the See of the Archbishop of Manitoba.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1895 - Saint Boniface
Saint Bon'iface, a post-village of Manitoba, on Red River, opposite Winnipeg. It is the seat of a Roman Catholic archbishop, and of a college, seminary, convent, academy, &c., also a hospital and orphan house.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1906
Saint Boniface, a banking post-town of Manitoba, on the Red River, opposite Winnipeg, on the Canadian Northern and the Canadian Pacific Rs. It is the seat of a Roman Catholic archbishop and of a college, seminary, convent, academy, etc. Pop. in 1901, 2019.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

1917 - November 4 - Sister Ste. Thérèse of the Grey Nuns dies; founder of St. Boniface General Hospital and St. Mary's Academy

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1968 - St. Boniface Cathedral destroyed by fire

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1972 - July 14 - Dedication of new St. Boniface Cathedral; built within walls of historic cathedral destroyed by fire.

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St Boniface
St Boniface, Manitoba, former city and historic French community, now a municipal ward of the metropolitan government of the city of Winnipeg (incorporated in 1972). St Boniface is located on the banks of the Red and Seine rivers in eastern Winnipeg. With St Vital and St Norbert, it is part of the Riel Community, one of five community committee areas in the Unicity government. The 3 wards of Riel Community offer bilingual municipal services. One councillor represents St Boniface on Winnipeg City Council. Its population is more than 45 000.

History
Fur traders and European mercenaries hired by Lord Selkirk to protect his fledgling Red River Colony were among the area's first settlers. With the founding of a Roman Catholic mission (1818), St Boniface began its role in Canadian religious, political and cultural history - as mother parish for many French settlements in Western Canada; as the birthplace of Louis Riel and fellow Métis who struggled to obtain favourable terms for... Read MORE...

Saint Boniface is the charming French quarter of Winnipeg! Here's a list of the best places to go and things to do in this lively neighborhood:
The Forks Market:

Start your adventure at The Forks, a historic site where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet. The Forks Market is a bustling hub with an array of shops, boutiques, and eateries. From artisanal crafts to delicious local cuisine, you'll find it all here.

St. Boniface Cathedral:

No visit to Saint Boniface is complete without checking out the St. Boniface Cathedral. Though it was tragically destroyed by fire in 1968, the ruins are a powerful symbol of the city's history. The cemetery surrounding it is a peaceful spot for a stroll.

Esplanade Riel:

Take a leisurely walk across the Esplanade Riel, a pedestrian bridge with stunning views of the Red River. It's especially enchanting in the evening when the lights come on, and you can enjoy the cityscape.

Provencher Boulevard:

Wander down Provencher Boulevard, the heart of Saint Boniface. Lined with charming shops, cafes, and historic buildings, it's a perfect place for a leisurely stroll. You might even... Read MORE...