Mark your calendar for these upcoming events hosted by the Icelandic Canadian Fron. June 17th - Jon Sigurdsson Day at the Scandinavian Centre. September 12th - Kvennahlaup - Women's Walk at Assiniboine Park - more information to follow. September 22nd - Icelandic Canadian Fron AGM. September 26th and October 3rd - Bus Tours to New … Continue reading Save The Date
June 17th 2026
Mark your calendar! Join us as we celebrate Jon Sigurdsson Day in Manitoba Wednesday, June 17th - Program begins at 6:30 PM ( Door open at 5:45 pm) The Scandinavian Cultural Centre - 764 Erin Street in Winnipeg. Enjoy performances by Sol James and Kerrine Wilson with Katrin Nielsdóttir, greetings from Mayor Scott Gillingham, the … Continue reading June 17th 2026
Icelandic Kids Club
Designed for kids ages 7-12, our club offers fun craft activities and hands-on learning experiences all about Iceland. From creating cool crafts inspired by Icelandic culture to exploring fascinating facts about this unique island, your child will have a blast while expanding their imagination and knowledge. No cost to attend The next Icelandic Kids Club … Continue reading Icelandic Kids Club
Icelandic language class fall session
The Icelandic Canadian Frón will be offering Icelandic classes again this fall. They will take place at the Scandinavian Cultural Centre, 764 Erin Street. We are planning for 3 classes. Beginners, conversation and grammar. More information to follow.
Margret Jónsdóttir Benedictsson
WinnipegREALTORS® 2020 Citizens Hall of Fame Inductee Forerunner of women’s right to vote inducted in Citizens Hall of Fame Icelandic suffragette, social activist and journalist is program's 47th inductee July 30, 2020 - WINNIPEG - Cliff King, chair of WinnipegREALTORS® Citizens Hall of Fame program, is pleased to announce the selection of Margret Jónsdóttir Benedictsson as … Continue reading Margret Jónsdóttir Benedictsson
Winnipeg Falcons Win Olympic Gold!
On April 26, 1920 in Antwerp, Belgium, the Winnipeg Falcons hockey team won the first ever Olympic Gold medal in hockey, making Canada the first country to take home that honour. The story of the Winnipeg Falcons evokes a feeling of great pride in the heart of all Canadians of Icelandic descent and embodies the … Continue reading Winnipeg Falcons Win Olympic Gold!
Icelandic Canadian Frón 