Q.How can I make a financial contribution?
A.Contributions can be made through the Winnipeg Foundation.
Donate by cash, cheque, Visa or MasterCard to the International Student Endowment Fund created by Rotary International District 5550 World Peace Partners Committee. For on-line contributions please go to:
www.wpgfdn.org or click on its ikon on the right side on the homepage.
* Click Blue Box "Make a Gift to the Foundation"
* Click Peach Box "Make an Online Gift to the Winnipeg Foundation"
* Click "Search for the fund you wish to contribute to"
* Type in "World Peace Partners", click search. (Canadian charitable tax receipt for donations over $10)
Write a cheque payable to "Rotary International District 5550 WPP" care of the Winnipeg Foundation, 1350 - One Lombard Place, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 0X3, Canada.
Become a world Peace Partner monthly giver.
Q.How can I donate to this fund?
A.Easily, just follow the Winnipeg Foundation link on the right side of the homepage.
Q.What are the websites of Canada's National Television stations?
Q.What are the visa requirements for entry into Canada?
A.The requirements vary from Country to Country.
Please visit the Government of Canada's website
www.canada.gc.caand find out about the requirements for the citizens of your Country.
Q.What Consulates have a physical presence in the City of Winnipeg?
A.Belgium - (204) 261-1415
Denmark - (204) 233-8541
Finland - (204) 837-6466
Germany - (204) 475-3089
Iceland - (204) 284-1535
Italy - (204) 488-8745
Norway - (204) 489-1626
Portugal - (204) 943-8941
Slovakia - (204) 947-1728
Sweden - (204) 233-3373
Switzerland - (204) 338-4242
The Netherlands - (204) 487-1211
United Kingdom - (204) 896-1380
United States of America - (204) 940-1800
Q.What is the purpose of the World Peace Partners Project.
A.To build collaborative relationships with Partners for Peace and inspire commitment to the mission.
Q.What kind of accommodations are available for adult students ?
A.The availability of accommodation varies with the length of stay.
Q.What is the prevalent language spoken in Winnipeg?
A.Although The Province of Manitoba is officially bilingual, most citizens converse in English.
Winnipeg has two communities ( St. Boniface and St. Vital) that are predominantly French with, for the most part, fluently bilingual citizens.
Almost all newspapers are in English.
Government Agencies and their Publications are in English and French.
This webpage is also in English and French. You can select the language of your choice by clicking on the link "Francais" at the bottom of the Homepage.
Q.What is the Mission of the World Peace Partners Project.
A.-Advancing the concept that each human being has rights and responsibilities in relation to others and for a sustainable, peaceful world.
-Building awareness that peace begins within one oneself.
-Promoting understanding of others.
-Encouraging freedom from harmful discrimination and needless control.
Q.What is this proposed adventure in Human Rights?
A.Rotary clubs from around the world sponsoring students to come to Winnipeg to:
1. Engage in a transformational awareness tour of the museum which will be an interactive learning centre;
2. Make a commitment to take responsibility for treating everyone with respect and understanding
3. Engage in intense learning opportunities about human rights, conflict resolution and peace at local universities; and
4. Through one's own thoughts, words and deeds, influence others to support human rights and responsibilities.
Q.What is the objective of the projects of Rotary WPP?
A.To encourage and foster the advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace - one person at a time.
Q.What is public transport like?
A.Winnipeg's transit system is excellent and many locals rely on it every day to get to and from work as well as venture into the shopping districts. You'll also find a railway system that connects you to the rest of Canada, and an airport that is one of the most hassle-free you'll find anywhere.
Q.What are the main attractions in Winnipeg?
A.Winnipeg really has it all. From top-notch museums such as the Manitoba Museum to stunning churches such as the Basilique-Cathedrale de Saint Boniface, you'll find plenty of beautiful sites to explore. Venture down to the forks where the Assiniboine River flows into the Red River, where people gather to celebrate fine food and fantastic culture all year round, or visit the famous Fort Gibraltar that provides one of the hallmarks of western Canadian settlement. The gardens surrounding the provincial legislative building light up this stunning architectural gem from spring through fall and in winter transform into a winter-scorched paradise. In winter you'll also find breathtaking snow and ice sculptures all over town, which frequently remind you that you're in one of the coldest cities on the planet. But don't forget that in summer temperatures go from 40 below to plus 40 (celsius), ensuring you'll get to experience it all. And if it's roof-raising sporting events or world-class music performance you're after, then you'll probably find yourself in an amongst the crowds at the new MTS Centre downtown.
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Q.What is the weather like in Winnipeg?
A.Winnipeg is well known for its freezing winters, which force most residents to find cozy retreats around fireplaces with warm apple cider. This coziness helps make Winnipeg what it is in terms of the warmth and friendliness of the residents. As the snow melts away the city awakens into an exquisite array of sights and sounds, and you'll find it hard to believe that you're in the same city. The lakes warm up and ice skating makes way for water sports of all kinds. Canoeing, camping and fishing are a must and will remind you why you decided to choose Manitoba - that special blend of human touch and nature's beauty that only the likes of Manitoba can offer. The summer months are so hot that by late fall people can't wait to see the first snow flakes falling again.
Q.What languages will you find in Winnipeg?
A.As with the rest of Canada, you will find much of the city to be bilingual with French and English influence fluctuating seamlessly throughout the city. However there are many more languages and accents to be heard, with over 100 different dialects featuring throughout the province.
Q.What is the relationship between the World Peace Partners and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights?
A.The brand new Canadian Museum for Human Rights, scheduled for opening in 2012, is closely linked to the World Peace Partners agenda. World Peace Partners recognize the enormous significance of human rights, not just as an acknowledgement but also as a celebration, and see the Museum as a key element to bringing youth to Winnipeg to study peace and conflict resolution studies. In a recent event, the presidents of the four Winnipeg universities as well as representatives from the Museum signed a memorandum of understanding to embark on a joint mission to bring students together from all walks of life in order to strive towards world peace and understanding.
Q.What is Rotary culture like in Winnipeg?
A.Rotary culture is strong in Winnipeg, and stronger than it has ever been before. In fact, the Rotary Club of Winnipeg is what made Rotary International in 1910 with the first club outside of the US. There are now 10 clubs and a Rotaract Club of whose membership numbers range considerably. Winnipeg lies at the heart of District 5550, which spreads across western Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan, and recently hosted the annual District Conference. Rotarians are instrumental amongst the community and make their presence known with an array of ongoing initiatives that drive forward the Rotary objectives.
Q.Why choose Winnipeg to study human rights or peace and conflict resolution?
A.There are more students undertaking study in peace and conflict resolution than anywhere else in North America and perhaps even the world. Institutions such as the University of Winnipeg, University of Manitoba, Menno Simons College, Canadian Mennonite University and College Universitaire de Saint Boniface are playing a key role in placing these academic pursuits firmly on the agenda, from undergraduate through to postgraduate courses. Add to that the construction of Canada's first Museum for Human Rights and you have an exciting an unprecedented environment that could very well see Winnipeg become one of the world's peace centers. So why not come and join the multitude of young scholars from around the world, including Africa, Europe, Asia and the Pacific, and make your experience count.
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