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Journey to Churchill: A Northern Adventure in Winnipeg

Discover the Arctic in the heart of Winnipeg: Observe polar bears and other northern species at this award-winning conservation exhibit.

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Journey to Churchill, located within Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park Zoo, is an award-winning exhibit that brings the Arctic to the heart of Canada. This expansive exhibit allows visitors to observe polar bears, Arctic foxes, muskoxen, and other northern species in naturalistic habitats, offering an immersive experience focused on biodiversity, climate change, and conservation.

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Local tips

  • Check the Assiniboine Park Zoo's website for the schedule of diver cleaning the underwater viewing tunnels for a unique viewing experience.
  • Take advantage of the free Domo Trolley service within Assiniboine Park for convenient access to the Zoo and other attractions.
  • Visit the Aurora Borealis Theatre for an immersive experience of the Northern Lights and insights into the Arctic environment.
  • Consider visiting during feeding times to see the animals at their most active.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From downtown Winnipeg, take a Winnipeg Transit bus towards Assiniboine Park. Several routes serve the park. Check the Winnipeg Transit website or app for the most up-to-date schedules and route information. A single fare is around $3.25 CAD. From the bus stop, follow the signs to the Assiniboine Park Zoo and the Journey to Churchill exhibit.

  • Walking

    If you are already within Assiniboine Park, follow the well-marked pathways towards the Assiniboine Park Zoo. Journey to Churchill is located within the zoo. From the main park entrance at Corydon Avenue, it's approximately a 20-30 minute walk to the zoo entrance. Once inside the zoo, follow the signs to the Journey to Churchill exhibit.

  • Driving

    From Winnipeg, follow Roblin Boulevard to the Assiniboine Park Zoo entrance at 2595 Roblin Boulevard. There are several large parking lots available inside the park, including one at the zoo entrance. Parking at Assiniboine Park Zoo is free. During large events, parking inside the park can be difficult to find. Consider carpooling or using alternate transportation options.

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Venture into the wonders of the Canadian North at Journey to Churchill, a unique exhibit within the Assiniboine Park Zoo in Winnipeg. Opened in 2014, this ten-acre exhibit is designed to replicate the subarctic and arctic environments of northern Manitoba, offering an unparalleled opportunity to encounter iconic northern species. The exhibit is home to polar bears, muskoxen, Arctic foxes, caribou, snowy owls, and seals. Visitors can observe polar bears swimming and playing from underwater viewing tunnels at the Sea Ice Passage. The exhibit also features the Gateway to the Arctic, which includes a 360-degree Aurora Borealis Theatre, showcasing the beauty of the Northern Lights and providing insights into the lives of the people and animals of Canada's North. Journey to Churchill also incorporates the Leatherdale International Polar Bear Conservation Centre, a hub for environmental and wildlife education, research, and conservation. This facility highlights the impact of climate change on polar bear populations and other northern species. The exhibit aims to promote personal action towards conservation efforts through interpretive signage and interactive displays. Designed to resemble the town of Churchill, Manitoba, the exhibit provides a sense of immersion in the northern frontier. The Tundra Grill, a 150-seat restaurant within the exhibit, offers visitors the chance to dine while observing polar bears through a large glass wall.

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