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Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival Inc. Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival's official home on the web. The first Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival was held in 1964. Sam became the official mascot in 1967.

Here you will find all information on Transcona's Hi Neighbour Festival.

2025 Festival Dates: June 6, 7, 8th

Hi Neighbour! Hi Neighbour Sam, who is now accepted as the symbol of Transcona, typifies the casual, relaxed and friendly atmosphere in the Park City and was drawn by Roger Tychonick, a Jaycee member. "I had a drawing in a magazine and I added a hat to it and put it aside," said Tychonick

. "After the second Festival, we decided that we needed a symbol, I knew it would be perfect," Roger said. The name was decided during a festival committee discussion, according to Dave Sawchuk. Later, the committee decided they wanted a more visual form of Sam, and in early 1968, the Festival Association announced they had commissioned sculpture George Barone to build an 11 1/2 foot high fibreglass and oxlite statue of Hi Neighbour Sam. The erection of the statue was symbolic of the feelings of the citizens of Transcona and welcomed our neighbours, not only once a year for the four days of the Festival, but for 365 days of the year. A 1968 news article states "the original cost of the statue was $4,150.00," and according to the article, a committee was struck to raise the cost through generous donations of the business men and the citizens of Transcona. Hi Neighbour Sam was dedicated by Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, Richard S. Boles, as a symbol of friendship and goodwill during the official opening of the Fourth Annual Festival in 1968. In 2009, the Statue of Hi Neighbour Sam was relocated spearheaded by Jean Delorme and a few volunteers to Regent Avenue just West of Plessis Road, in the centre median, welcoming everyone coming into Transcona. Murray Rougeau restored Sam to his original colours. Hi Neighbour Sam Remains to be the symbol and mascot for the citizens of Transcona. On October 23, 2013, the Transcona Hi Neighbour Inc. legally obtained the Certificate of Registration of Copyright for Hi Neighbour Sam design. It shows the author as Roger Tychonick. The category of work is indicated as Artistic.

11/06/2025

Loving these videos being shared with us! We have so many talented people in our community!

🎉 Congratulations Tammy! 🎉You're the lucky winner of our 50/50 draw! 🥳 She has been notified from our chair.A huge thank...
09/06/2025

🎉 Congratulations Tammy! 🎉
You're the lucky winner of our 50/50 draw! 🥳 She has been notified from our chair.

A huge thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and supported the fundraiser — every single ticket was sold, and your participation made this a huge success! 💛

Stay tuned for more fun and exciting ways to get involved in our 2026 year!

08/06/2025

Hi Neighbour Closed now! Thank you for joining us!!!

Hi Neighbour! Come enjoy the last day of festivities!
08/06/2025

Hi Neighbour!
Come enjoy the last day of festivities!

08/06/2025

Beautiful service this morning! Thank you!

08/06/2025

Ecumenical Church Service in the square now!

WOW!!! 50/50 tickets are ALL sold out!!! 🥳Good luck to all who entered, our winner will receive $2500! 💰💸‼️ NO REFUNDS O...
08/06/2025

WOW!!! 50/50 tickets are ALL sold out!!! 🥳
Good luck to all who entered, our winner will receive $2500! 💰💸

‼️ NO REFUNDS OR RESALE ‼️

You do not need to be in attendance at time of drawing to win! We will notify you if your ticket is picked ! ‼️

08/06/2025
If this is your phone found on the bench in front of the Transcona Museaum, please come by the community trailer after 1...
07/06/2025

If this is your phone found on the bench in front of the Transcona Museaum, please come by the community trailer after 1:30 pm

🚗🎉 Last year's parade was an absolute BLAST, and we’re bringing the fun back for 2025! 🎊✨Get ready for more music, more ...
12/02/2025

🚗🎉 Last year's parade was an absolute BLAST, and we’re bringing the fun back for 2025! 🎊✨

Get ready for more music, more smiles, and more unforgettable moments at the Hi Neighbour Festival Parade! Want to be part of the magic? Apply now and let’s make this year’s parade even bigger and better! 🚶‍♂️🎭🎺

👇 Sign up here:
https://transconahineighbourfestival.ca/parade-application/

Tag your parade crew and spread the word! 🚀

🎪🎉 Calling all makers, bakers, crafters, and creators—Vendor Applications for Hi Neighbour Festival 2025 are NOW OPEN! 🎊...
12/02/2025

🎪🎉 Calling all makers, bakers, crafters, and creators—Vendor Applications for Hi Neighbour Festival 2025 are NOW OPEN! 🎊✨

Got amazing products, delicious eats, or unique services? This is your chance to showcase your business to thousands of festival-goers! 🌭🛍️🎶

🚀 Spots fill up fast, so don’t wait! Apply now and be part of the fun, food, and festivities!

👇 Click here to apply:
https://transconahineighbourfestival.ca/vendor-application/

Tag your favorite Winnipeg vendors and let them know it’s time to shine! 🌟

Festival dates : June 6, 7, 8!

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