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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 …
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 …
Notice of Vacancy — Chairperson
Winnipeg
NOTICE OF VACANCY CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS Chairperson (part‐time position) The Canadian Museum for Human Rights was established as a federal Crown corporation under the Museums Act in March 2008. Located in Winnipeg, this national institution and member of the Canadian Heritage Portfolio is …
A vision realized: Rights museum comes into form with installation of last piece of glass
Winnipeg
Construction crews hoisted and set into place the final piece of glass on the Canadian Museum for Human Rights this morning, marking the end of the most significant phase of the building's construction and bringing architect Antoine Predock's celebrated design fully to life. "The architectural …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
CMHR plans full day of activities for Human Rights Day
Winnipeg
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is planning a full day of activities for International Human Rights Day on December 10, 2014, with free admission and extended hours until 9 p.m. – the first time the Museum has opened to the general public in the evening. "The Museum's exhibiti …
A fantastic fall begins at the Museum: new hours and tours
Winnipeg
Starting today, the Museum will resume its off‐season hours, which are Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday evening until 9 p.m., closed on Mondays except for holidays such as Thanksgiving. From January 4 to 11, 2016, the Museum's galleries will be closed to visitors for …
Stones gathered from Canada’s farthest reaches to mark Canadian Museum for Human Rights’ official opening
Winnipeg
A special ceremony symbolizing the stories that have been gathered from across Canada will mark the official opening of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) during Friday's opening ceremonies, Museum officials said today. Through a special partnership between the Museum and Parks Canada, …
CMHR to receive design awards from Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
Winnipeg
The Museum, its builders and designers will receive two CISC Ontario Steel Design Awards of Excellence in the "projects constructed outside of Ontario" category. More than 5,400 tonnes of steel was used in building the CMHR, the same weight as 27 train locomotives. CMHR president and CEO Stuart Murr …
CMHR update on Saturday‐evening concert
Winnipeg
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights deeply regrets that A Tribe Called Red will no longer take part in the Museum's opening weekend programming. "The CMHR understands the group has elected not to participate over concern around the way Indigenous issues are presented in the Museum," the CMHR …
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 …