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October 2016
CMHR welcomes resolution of property tax issue
Winnipeg - October 11, 2016
Annual report for 2015–16 tabled in Parliament Final determination of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights' (CMHR) annual bill for Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) to the City of Winnipeg has added greater certainty to the budgeting processes and assisted in discussions with government about future …
September 2016
CMHR wins inaugural award at “the Oscars for Museums”
Winnipeg - September 30, 2016
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) today won an international award in London, England at an event that has been dubbed "the Oscars for Museums". The jury for the 2016 Leading Culture Destination Awards chose the CMHR over five other institutions around the world shortlisted for the Best So …
Refusing to be silenced: New exhibit shows power of art for human rights in Latin America
Winnipeg - September 28, 2016
Chilean women meet secretly to sew fabric depictions of atrocities committed by the military. An Indigenous artist in Peru fashions miniature recreations of gross human right violations. A Mexico City museum uses traditional "Day of the Dead" altars to draw attention to the murder of journalists. A …
National photo call puts human rights in focus for Canada 150
Winnipeg - September 26, 2016
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) has issued a national public call for photographs to be considered for a major exhibition marking Canada's 150th birthday in 2017. Points of View, a national human rights photography exhibition, will use crowd‐sourced images to reflect themes in four categ …
July 2016
Global artisan marketplace puts focus on women’s empowerment
Winnipeg - July 21, 2016
A colourful artisan marketplace, featuring handmade products from women's cooperatives around the world, comes to life this weekend at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR). Empowering Women: Artisan Cooperatives that Transform Communities – the market provides an opportunity for visitors to s …
Empowering women: Vibrant new exhibit explores how artisan co‐ops weave threads of hope for human rights
Winnipeg - July 20, 2016
A Moroccan artist teaches a village of women to read and to lead. An embroiderer in India takes out her first loan. Rwandan sisters begin a weaving collective that expands to 4,000 women, both Tutsi and Hutu. Artisan women in Swaziland support a soup kitchen for AIDS orphans. A new exhibition openin …
June 2016
Malala’s blood‐stained uniform becomes powerful symbol
Winnipeg - June 3, 2016
New exhibit opened today at Canadian Museum for Human Rights The school uniform that Malala Yousafzai was wearing when she was shot in the head by a Taliban gunman has become a symbol of courage, preserved by its owner to inspire action for girls' right to education around the world. The artifact is …
May 2016
Take the Indian: Music and reflection about reconciliation at CMHR
Winnipeg - May 19, 2016
A special performance of composer Andrew Balfour's original work Take the Indian: A Vocal Reflection on Missing Children will be held at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) next week, in partnership with Camerata Nova. The evening will include a traditional ceremony and a panel discussion wi …
Museum begins busy tourism season this weekend: new hours, special programs
Winnipeg - May 18, 2016
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is ready to begin another busy tourism season, starting Monday, May 22 when it opens seven days a week until after Labour Day. The Museum will open at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. every day except Wednesdays, when visitors are welcome until 9 p.m. Free admi …
Blind photographer with autistic twins speaks about art, perception and ability
Winnipeg - May 16, 2016
Winnipeg – May 16 – A blind photographer from California will share stories about art, perception and ability on Wednesday, May 18 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) in two events that are generously supported by the Manitoba Association of Optometrists. Bruce Hall's work is featured in …
Refugee panel, cultural showcase for Asian Heritage Month
Winnipeg - May 11, 2016
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) and the Asian Heritage Society of Manitoba today host a panel on Asian‐Canadian refugee experiences and an evening of cultural performances in honour of Asian Heritage Month. At 3:30 p.m. this afternoon, refugees from Syria, Malaysia and Vietnam will parti …
Refugees’ perilous sea voyages featured in new exhibit at CMHR
Winnipeg - May 10, 2016
A new exhibit at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) looks at the perilous voyages across the Mediterranean, attempted last year by over a million migrants and refugees who were fleeing war, persecution and instability. Their journeys began in countries such as Syria, Eritrea, Afghanistan, I …
Unique citizenship ceremony kicks off week‐long focus on migrants and refugees
Winnipeg - May 6, 2016
Writer John Ralston Saul joined by Grand Chief, Premier, Mayor at Museum An enhanced citizenship ceremony featuring roundtable discussions between community members and 50 new Canadians takes place at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) on Monday. John Ralston Saul, the award‐winning essayis …
April 2016
Survivors of Rwandan genocide, Holocaust come together to share stories at awareness event
Winnipeg - April 5, 2016
Joseph Ngoga returned home one evening in 1994 to find his entire family slaughtered by his own neighbours and friends. By the end of the Rwandan genocide against the Tutsis, the 16‐year‐old had lost almost all of his extended family, witnessed horrors that still give him nightmares, and survived by …
March 2016
Children become human rights champions this spring break at Museum
Winnipeg - March 21, 2016
A Deaf storyteller shares a classic children's tale. A game explores the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in pictures. A finger‐weaving activity connects participants to grandmothers caring for AIDS orphans in Africa. A pantomime performed with large masks relays messages about love and gift‐gi …
Creator of world’s largest Métis beaded work to speak at Museum
Winnipeg - March 8, 2016
– The creator of the largest Métis beaded artwork in the world will be available tomorrow for a media photo opportunity and interviews in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights' Indigenous Perspectives gallery. Jennine Krauchi created a seven‐metre tall "octopus bag" (also known as a "fire bag") cover …
February 2016
New exhibit of photography by blind artists redefines sight and ability
Winnipeg - February 18, 2016
Breakthrough technology enabling blind to "see" artwork also showcased A major exhibition of work by some of the world's most accomplished blind photographers opens this weekend at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR). Sight Unseen: International Photography by Blind Artists explores how the …
Métis beading, poetry, fiddling and human rights stories showcased on Louis Riel Day
Winnipeg - February 17, 2016
– Louis Riel defended cultural and linguistic rights of the Métis people in Manitoba. On Louis Riel Day (February 20), the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) celebrates his legacy with a full day of family‐friendly activities centred on Métis identity and history. Award‐winning poet Marilyn D …
Celebrate Métis heritage, learn about rights on Louis Riel Day
Winnipeg - February 12, 2016
Music legend Ray St. Germain to headline performances at CMHR A lively day of music, dancing, crafts and discussion is in store for visitors to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights on Louis Riel Day (February 15). The day kicks off at 11 a.m. with a welcome from the Museum and the official family of …
CMHR’s first outdoor exhibition opens in Winnipeg and Ottawa
Winnipeg - February 11, 2016
Portraits on ice and snow depict 100 years in struggle for women's rights From Nellie McClung to Adrienne Clarkson, a new outdoor exhibition spans 100 years in the struggle for women's rights through portraits of courageous Canadian women who have broken gender barriers. Let Them Howl: 100 Years in …