Promenade Taché renewal and the Belvédère Saint-Boniface

Long after Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II cut the ribbon on the Promenade Taché in 1984, the river-side development was looking a little worse for wear. While many community groups were investing in their properties along Taché, a plea for restoration of the Promenade was being made. Entreprises Riel was asked to lead a task force that would see to a significant investment and renewal. Designs were considered, which included a raised overlook. Soon, under the leadership of Rick Frost, the Winnipeg Foundation announced it would contribute up to $1 million towards the project. Using this commitment, Entreprises Riel made a proposal to the Federal government for funding as part of Canada’s 150^th birthday celebrations. MP Dan Vandal announced a $500,000 pledge. With these commitments on the table, it became increasingly difficult for the City of Winnipeg to ignore such an opportunity and invest in this community led initiative. After more than six years of work, we were extremely proud to take part in the official ribbon cutting ceremony on the Belvédère Saint-Boniface and the renewed Promenade Taché.