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CMHR 2011‐12 Annual Report tabled in Parliament; Museum confirms date for second annual public meeting
Winnipeg
–The Canadian Museum for Human Rights' 2011‐12 Annual Report has been tabled in the House of Commons and is now available in both French and English on the Museum's web site. Entitled A Canadian Journey, the report highlights key achievements from the past fiscal year including: — Major c …
CMHR construction complete as Google Earth 3D model
Winnipeg
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) has sprung to life on Google Earth as one of the few 3D models of Canadian buildings ever constructed by Google's own 3D Warehouse team. The model was uploaded to Google Earth last weekend, allowing viewers to toggle between views of the Museum under const …
Netherlands Embassy presents female‐image crossing light to CMHR
Winnipeg
OTTAWA, June 3, 2013 – The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is thrilled to receive "Sophie", a unique Dutch pedestrian crossing light, as a gift from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The light uses a realistic female body image, sporting a pony tail, instead of the traditional …
CMHR welcomes Gail Stephens as new Chief Operating Officer
Winnipeg
Stuart Murray, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) today announced that Gail Stephens will become the Museum's Chief Operating Officer. "I am extremely pleased to welcome Gail to our executive team," Murray said. "She brings a wealth of management exp …
CMHR releases important archaeology findings: new light cast on historic role of The Forks
Winnipeg
CMHR releases important archaeology findings: new light cast on historic role of The ForksThe Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) today released the official reports of archaeological excavations conducted on its building site, revealing important new evidence about the role of The Forks among …
CMHR unveils plans for flagship destination restaurant
Winnipeg
WINNIPEG — September 17, 2013 – The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) today announced that Inn at the Forks will operate the Museum's restaurant and catering services, prominently showcasing Manitoba cuisine to international visitors. "Visitors with an appetite for human rights will also get a …
Agreement between Province and CMHR unique in Canada
Winnipeg
An agreement signed today between Manitoba Education and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) has created the only official partnership in Canada between a provincial education department and a national museum. "This unique collaboration creates a rare opportunity for provincial and federal j …
CMHR announces September 2014 opening date
Winnipeg
Museum, tourism, business partners set to welcome surge of visitors The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) will open its doors to the world on September 20, 2014, its President and CEO announced today at a briefing with industry partners. "A national project of this scope and scale comes along …
CMHR 2012–13 Annual Report tabled in Parliament
Winnipeg
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights' 2012–13 Annual Report was tabled today in the House of Commons. Titled Poised to reflect the Museum's readiness to open its doors to the world next September, the report highlights major achievements from the fiscal year ending March 31, 2013 including: Completi …
Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Armenian Genocide Museum Institute sign memorandum of understanding
Winnipeg
Mr. Stuart Murray, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR), and Dr. Hayk Demoyan, Director of the Armenian Genocide Museum Institute (AGMI) of the National Academy of Sciences, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) today that will facilitate collabor …
Rights Museum’s 2013–14 Corporate Plan Summary tabled in Parliament
Winnipeg
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights' (CMHR) annual corporate plan summary has been tabled in the House of Commons and can now be viewed on the Museum's website. The corporate plan summary –– an annual legislated requirement of each of Canada's national museums –– documents the organization's key p …
Canadian Museum for Human Rights marks 20th anniversary of Rwandan genocide
Winnipeg
Ottawa –The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) joins the Rwanda High Commission to Canada and the All‐Party Parliamentary Group for the Prevention of Genocide and other Crimes Against Humanity today in Ottawa to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide, the brutal massacre of ov …
Statement from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) in relation to Dr. Strong‐Boag blog on International Women’s Day
Winnipeg
CMHR blogs are intended to consist of interesting short stories on human rights themes and topics, ideally from a first‐person perspective, written primarily by CMHR staff as an opportunity to showcase the depth and diversity of their work and experiences. On occasion, the CMHR invites guest blogger …
Museum hosts celebration of Indigenous Spirit Tour
Winnipeg
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) will host a celebration of sharing and gratitude for the knowledge gifts of Indigenous Elders that underpin the new Mikinak‐Keya Spirit Tour. Media are invited to attend the free public event on Wednesday evening, which will feature dancing, stories and so …
Museum to offer visitor entry through special guided tours, while work on exhibits is completed
Winnipeg
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) will offer visitor entry to the Museum through special guided tours when it opens for paid admission on September 27, 2014. Two different tours will run multiple times a day except Mondays, until November 9, 2014 while work on a number of exhibits is compl …
Museum wins international award for inclusion
Winnipeg
Winnipeg – December 9, 2016 – The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) was today presented with the prestigious Gold Award from the International Association of Universal Design (IAUD) at a ceremony in Nagoya, Japan. The award is presented annually for outstanding contributions towards building a …
Speech delivered by CMHR President and CEO Stuart Murray to underscore the Memorandum of Understanding between 2IDHP and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Normandy (France), June 3, 2014
Winnipeg
Ladies and gentlemen, honoured guests, bonsoir! C'est un honneur d'être ici en Normandie pour célébrer ce protocole d'entente entre nos deux institutions : l'Institut international des droits de l'homme et de la paix, et le Musée canadien pour les droits de la personne. It is an honour to be here in …
Human rights for the holidays
Winnipeg
Special family activities focus on hope and diversity Winnipeg – December 15, 2016 – Family activities designed to provoke thought and conversation about human rights will be offered every day from December 26 to January 8 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR). The Museum will be open every …
Museum joins Deaf community to celebrate 200 years of ASL
Winnipeg
As a Deaf child in school, Rick Zimmer was hit on the hand with a wooden ruler when he used sign language and forced to try speaking instead. The youngest in a large family with four Deaf siblings, he was confused and frightened to find the language and culture he grew up with at home was prohibited …
Free admission for kids during the holidays at CMHR
Winnipeg
Family activities focus on traditions, friendship, and giving back Winnipeg – December 14, 2017 – Children aged 12 and under can have a human rights holiday season for free at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) from December 23 through January 7. Family activities designed to provoke though …