Economic & Social Impact

Far-reaching Economic and Social Impact

For Manitoba

• The construction - through approximately $351 million in direct capital expenditures – will result in thousands of direct and indirect jobs for Manitoba.
• This international destination will usher in a whole new era of economic possibility and prosperity through the creation of spin-off businesses, tourism and cultural offerings in Manitoba and neighboring provinces.

For Canada

• Through the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Canada will advance the understanding and support for human rights throughout the country and around the world.
• The Museum’s iconic design will be a powerful symbol of Canada’s commitment to human rights.
• Through its national, funded student travel program, thousands of students each year will return home with the skills, knowledge and inspiration to start human rights projects in their schools and communities.
• Tens of thousands of young people will be inspired and empowered to become human rights champions in their daily lives.
• Programs, travelling exhibits and online resources will make the museum accessible to potentially millions of virtual visitors in Canada and around the world
• Valuable resources will be made available to those throughout the world who strive to attain peace and justice.
• Canada and the world’s human rights journeys – past, present and future – will be chronicled, creating a repository of social history.