Make the Most of Your RVC Schedule Appointment Request Deadline Fast Approaching
Have you submitted your appointment requests? You have until April 16 to do so. Just access your MyRVC Portal and enter your login credentials. Once you log in, click the red Appointment Requests tab on the left side of the page. This will launch the Manage Appointments section.
If you need more information, click the Help button at the top right. For additional assistance, please click the Appointment Requests Guide found on the RVC website.
Be sure to sign up for the city tour of your choice and experience Winnipeg like never before. Registration deadline is Wednesday, April 16, so don’t delay. Whether you choose to explore the Forks and immerse yourself in its deep Indigenous history, stories, and treaties; discover the best of Winnipeg on the award-winning Heart of the Nation City Tour; or walk the halls of the Manitoba Museum which brings the region’s rich and diverse history to life, you’re guaranteed to leave both informed and fulfilled. There are 23 unique tours to choose from, so kick off your RVC2025 experience in a memorable way. Learn more and register here.
Message From Indigenous Tourism Manitoba
Dear Rendez-vous Canada Delegates,
We’re excited to welcome you to Treaty 1 Territory in just under two months! On behalf of Indigenous Tourism Manitoba, I’m thrilled to invite you on an Adventure to Understanding, an opportunity to learn more about the Indigenous Peoples who have lived on and cared for these lands for time immemorial, and today, they welcome you to explore, learn and connect in a way that only travel can offer.
Indigenous culture isn’t just a part of Manitoba’s past—it’s part of nearly every experience throughout the province. In Winnipeg, walk in the footsteps of Manitoba’s Métis founder Louis Riel or savour dishes inspired by traditional Indigenous fare. Outside the city, step into centuries of history at the Bannock Point Petroforms, experience the thrill of dog sledding in Canada’s North or join Indigenous guides for an immersive journey into the land and traditions of their ancestors.
Whatever adventure you choose, we invite you to see Manitoba through authentic Indigenous tourism experiences that deepen your connection to the land, its history and its people.
To build excitement for RVC 2025, our hosts at Travel Manitoba and Tourism Winnipeg commissioned local Indigenous artist Jordan Stranger to create artwork that speaks to the Indigenous experiences in Winnipeg and throughout Manitoba. Watch the video below to learn more about the piece and the artist.
Meet Some of Our Local Indigenous Tourism Businesses
Manitoba is thrilled to be showcasing an incredible lineup of local Indigenous businesses at this year’s Rendez-vous Canada—right here on our Treaty Territories. Manitoba is located on the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline, and Nehethowuk Nations and is the Homeland of the Red River Métis. Northern Manitoba is also home to the ancestral lands of the Inuit, whose deep connection to this land continues today.
Meet the amazing Indigenous Manitoba sellers attending RVC 2025
✨ Turtle Village – An Indigenous cultural and eco-tourism destination, Turtle Village offers unique “turtle shell” cabin accommodations in Riding Mountain National Park, as well as immersive experiences that celebrate traditional knowledge, storytelling, and sustainable practices on the land, including bannock making and ice fishing in winter.
✨ Borealis Beading – Located in Ste. Geneviève, Manitoba, Borealis Beading hosts workshops where you can learn the art of Métis beading while listening to owner Melanie Gamache share stories about Métis culture and traditions.
✨ Spence Custom Carving – Learn the craftsmanship of Indigenous wood and antler carving with Spence Custom Carving and create one-of-a-kind pieces that honour Indigenous cultural heritage.
✨ Nature’s Edge Tourism – Offering guided stand-up paddleboarding adventures, Nature’s Edge provides water-based experiences that connect visitors with Manitoba’s many waterways.
✨ Dene Routes – Rooted in Dene culture, Dene Routes invites visitors to experience the traditional practice of caribou hair tufting and learn about Sayisi Dene history.
✨ Moon Gate Guest House – A tranquil retreat in Manitoba’s countryside, Moon Gate Guest House offers wellness-focused stays, Indigenous-inspired healing practices and a deep connection to nature.
✨ Wyndham Garden Winnipeg Airport Hotel – Owned and operated by the Long Plain First Nation, this hotel offers comfortable accommodations with a commitment to welcoming visitors to the heart of Canada, thanks to its convenient location near Winnipeg’s airport. Enjoy Indigenous cuisine, shop local artisan crafts in the gift shop and experience Indigenous hospitality.
✨ Lake Manitoba Resort (MMF) – Owned by the Manitoba Métis Federation, this lakeside resort blends modern comfort with Métis culture, offering visitors a chance to relax while embracing Métis traditions in the community of St. Laurent near the resort.
Secure Great Deals On Your Flights & Hotel Rooms – while they last!
Enjoy discounted airfares from our official carrier, Air Canada, and secure reduced room rates at our official host hotels. RVC room rates can be booked through April 10, 2025, after which they will be subject to availability.
Meet Our Sponsors
Rendez-vous Canada would like to thank the following partners and sponsors for their generous contributions to Rendez-vous Canada 2025 and their ongoing support of the Canadian tourism industry.
