The head of state in Canada is Queen Elizabeth II. She is represented in Manitoba by the lieutenant governor. The Government House is located on the 30 acre grounds of the Legislative Building. It is owned by Her Majesty in Right of Manitoba and is the Queen’s residence when she and other royalty visit Winnipeg. The Government House is also the home for the lieutenant governor and used for government receptions and events. This Victorian building was constructed with timber framing in 1883.
