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Guest List for Reception at Government House now full
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Tourism Winnipeg has developed to keep attendees busy during our
stay.
Memorabilia Needed
Do you have memorabilia that you would be willing to share with
attendees in the Memorabilia Room? We would love to see it! Please
contact
Vince.
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that were mailed out? See links below.(PDF Format)
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Itinerary (print and bring with you)
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Form
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draw sheet
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Children "Under 12" years of age full Registration Package for the
Convention is $75.00
When: August 15th - 18th, 2013
Location: Ramada Viscount Gort Hotel
The Prairie Region would like to extend a cordial invitation to you to attend the 2013 HKVCA National Convention. This promises to be a most memorable four days for you and your entire family! We encourage you to bring your children and grandchildren for the Convention, and build it into an enjoyable holiday at the same time. Manitoba offers an outstanding array of tourism activities, museums, and cultural events. Our Convention happens to occur during one of Manitoba's premier events, Folklorama. We hope you will plan a few extra days before or after the Convention to enjoy some of our Tourism.
Thursday, August 15th |
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We will get a chance to catch up with old comrades and friends, and also make new acquaintances at a Reception hosted by The Honourable Phillip S. Lee, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba. This Reception will take place at Government House in Winnipeg. The Reception is by "Invitation only". Please note that space is limited, and priority will be given to Veterans, Widows, and early registrants. RECEPTION GUEST LIST NOW FULL |
Friday, August 16th |
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Friday Morning, be sure to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in the Royal C Banquet Room. Keep up-to-date with what your Association has been doing, and what is planned for the coming year! Enjoy lunch on your own and then a free afternoon to perhaps go shopping to Polo Park Shopping Centre right across the street. Be sure to visit our extensive Memorabilia Collection in the Windsor Room. Don't forget to drop by the Hanover Room (Hospitality) for complimentary drinks and snacks. |
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Friday Evening, be ready for a fun-filled night at the Manitoba Hydro Place. Buses will transport delegates to the new Hydro Place for cocktails and a tasty Manitoba theme dinner. After dinner there will be entertainment and tours of the spectacular, award-winning Manitoba Hydro building. Buses will return delegates to the Ramada Viscount Gort Hotel. |
Saturday, August 17th |
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Saturday Morning, delegates will board buses for the Bardal Reception Centre for the HKVCA Memorial Service. We will commemorate the sacrifices made by the members of C Force, and delegates and dignitaries will take part in the wreath laying ceremony. After the ceremony we will enjoy lunch in the Bardal Reception Centre. Delegates will then have the opportunity to visit Brookside Cemetery and the "Field of Honour". Brookside is the largest and oldest military internment site in Canada! Buses will return delegates to the Ramada Viscount Gort Hotel where you may visit the Memorabilia Room and the Hospitality Room.
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Saturday Evening, enjoy the Grand Banquet in the main floor Banquet Room. Join us for cocktails and an amazing dinner prepared by the chefs of the Ramada Viscount Gort. Following dinner there will be entertainment, draws, and dancing into the early hours. Kick back and have an incredible evening!
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Sunday, August 18th |
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Sunday Morning is the time to say goodbye at our Farewell Breakfast in the Viscount Room! One last chance to say so long for now to new and old friends! Or time to begin your extended vacation in our fantastic province. So much to see and do, don't leave too soon!
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Memorabilia Room
There will be a fabulous Memorabilia Room which will prove interesting to all who visit it. If you, or anyone you know, have HKVCA related memorabilia which you think could be included as part of the displays, please contact: Vince Lopata through the email link at the bottom of this page.
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