Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival Inc.

“Making Community Connections”

THNFI is a non-profit organization made up of a volunteer Board of Directors.  THNFI plans and executes an annual community festival for the past 60  years held in Transcona on the first weekend of June.  Our mission is to serve and celebrate community, connect people, strengthen families and promote inclusion, diversity, education and information. Our organization relies solely on sponsorship by businesses, fundraising and donations from the community.

Hi Neighbours! We are celebrating 60 years in 2024 and are looking forward to celebrating with you!

 

Volunteer Program

It takes many volunteers to plan and execute an event of this size.  Annually we receive assistance from anywhere between 75 to 100 student and adult volunteers. High School Students can even achieve an additional credit! If you are interested in helping, please complete  volunteer application in the forms and applications tab.

Sponsor Program

Anyone interested in donating or sponsoring this fantastic, historical community event, please also visit our Sponsorship page or contact us directly by email.

What We Do

The Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival Inc. (THNFI) will be hosting its 60th year celebrating Transcona on June 7th, 8th and 9th, 2024.

The THNFI is a non-profit organization made up of a volunteer Board of Directors.  Our mission is to serve and celebrate community, connect people, strengthen families and promote inclusion, diversity, education and information. Our organization relies solely on sponsorship by businesses, fundraising and donations from the community. We are the largest community festival in the City of Winnipeg.

 

Our Focus

Our focus is to provide a community event which supports inclusion regardless of ethnicity, religion, age or economic position.  All are welcome to enjoy this free event which includes:

  • Live children’s entertainment, face painting, balloon artistry, glitter tattoos, numerous mascots and Disney princesses and contests.
  • Friday night a Free Family Concert is enjoyed by all with Canadian Classic Rock acts. Centennial Square has seen past artists such as Lee Aaron, Streetheart, Harlequin, Honeymoon Suite and 2024’s Big Top Radio (Friday).
  • Toro Security professionals are present all weekend to ensure a safe and fun weekend for all!
  • Local food and merchandise vendors,
  • Select Shows provides a super fun selection of amusement games and rides including a train designed especially for the community of Transcona.
  • We are proud to provide public information booths promoting family health, safety, finances, etc. and to promote our local businesses
  • Enjoy a wide variety of free entertainment as we proudly showcase a variety of local talent.

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Volunteer Application

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If you are interested in volunteering for the Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival, please fill out the application form below.  It takes many volunteers to plan and execute an event of this size. We anticipate attendance numbers between 75,000-150,000.  With your help we hope to make the 2024 Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival a safe and fun community event.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT CREDIT OPPORTUNITY

DID YOU KNOW…that you can earn an extra full or half credit in order to achieve your diploma?  Our volunteer coordinator about the Community Service Student Initiated Project or SIP.  She would be pleased to provide the volunteer hours required to gain a half or full credit under this program.  All required documents and information provided.

All applications will be reviewed by the Board of Directors.  

Thank you to all who send in applications for your interest.

2024 Volunteer Form

Vendor Application

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Vendors are responsible for bringing their own tables, chairs and tents. Please be advised that the Hi Neighbour Festival committee will have to approve the size of tent before setup.

The Transcona Hi Neighbour Board of Directors reserve the right to accept or deny any vendors as they see fit, and do not offer any exclusivity.

2024 Vendor Application

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Address

1490 Plessis Rd

Unit 1

PO Box 62034

Winnipeg, Manitoba

R2C 5R5

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