1883 – Central Schools, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Architect: When built, this school was described as “away out on the prairie” because it was thought to be so far from the centre of Winnipeg. Yet, it became known as Central School,...
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1890 – A.G.B. Bannatyne Residence, Armstrong’s Point, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Architect: Rowan & Payne Armstrong’s Point was intended as an enclave of palatial residences for the new rich merchant classes of the booming Winnipeg in the late 19th century. One of the first...
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1894 – Norquay School, Lusted Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Architect: J.B. Mitchell Designed by local architect J. B. Mitchell, the three-storey building was expanded in 1902, and further renovations were made in 1911 and 1920. It was demolished around 1956 and replaced...
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1895 – Mulvey School, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Architect: Mulvey School No. 3, completed in late 1895 and largely resembling its predecessor which was destroyed in a fire, had 12 classrooms and an assembly hall. By 1908, overcrowding of Mulvey School...
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1896 – Dufferin School, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Architect: Charles H. Wheeler Constructed in 1896, and designed by local architect Charles H. Wheeler, this three-storey brick structure was erected by the firm of Kelly Bros. & Co. at a cost of...
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1904 – Eaton’s Department Store, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Architects: John Woodman For years the focal point of downtown Winnipeg, the former Eatons Department Store has been demolished to make way for a much criticised entertainment complex. Fortunately the linked Eaton Place...
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1913 – Former Rex Theatre / Epic Theatre, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Architect: Alexander Melville Demolished in 2008, the rendered facade concealed the remains of the original ornate classical design. The interior was largely intact prior to demolition despite a report by a downtown development...
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