About Fred Douglas Chateau

About us
Motivated by Fred Douglas values. Managed by property experts.

Fred Douglas Chateau (formerly Kiwanis Chateau) was originally developed by the Kiwanis Club of Winnipeg to provide a comfortable and affordable living alternative for the 55+ community. Fred Douglas Chateau is owned and operated by The Fred Douglas Society, a local leader in non-profit housing and programs for seniors. The property is managed on our behalf by Fred Douglas Management Inc.
In Manitoba and around the world, Fred Douglas is known for its commitment to people, communities and quality of life. Nearly 8,000 clubs are working to improve social standards across the globe.
In 1987, this spirit motivated the Kiwanis Club of Winnipeg to develop Manitoba’s first Life Lease community, Fred Douglas Chateau, a 122-suite property in the heart of the city’s downtown.
Backed by the values of The Fred Douglas Society and the experience of Fred Douglas Management Inc., Fred Douglas Chateau is guaranteed to provide an outstanding living experience that delivers what it promises.
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We’d love to show you one of our beautifully renovated suites and tell you more about the many benefits of living at Fred Douglas Chateau.
In summer there are outdoor exercise programs five days a week in nearby parks. The food trucks on Broadway are just a short walk away, and we’re within easy walking distance of The Forks and Exchange District.
Eileen Davidson
News and Announcements

New ownership at Fred Douglas Chateau (formerly Kiwanis Chateau)
Fred Douglas Society brings decades of experience to the job June 3, 2021 – Effective today, the Kiwanis Club of Winnipeg has transferred ownership of Kiwanis Chateau to the Fred Douglas Society, a local leader in non-profit seniors housing and programs. Kiwanis…
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Community, Camaraderie and Clean-up
Earth Day Outreach from Fred Douglas Chateau A dynamic group of our residents formed a flying squad to take part in an Earth Day clean-up activity in the downtown area near our Chateau. Following the initiative of one of our Residents Council members, and within an…
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55+ Living downtown – Customize your living space
If you are nearing retirement it is time to start thinking about what kind of home you want for the next stage in your life? Downtown living provides many with easy access to their lifestyle in a comfortable and safe environment. Kiwanis Chateau makes the decision to…
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Are you 55+? A Life Lease may be the best housing option for you.
Looking for an upscale and affordable alternative to senior living? Fred Douglas Chateau literally wrote the book on Life Lease ownership. At Fred Douglas Chateau (formerly Kiwanis Chateau), a Life Lease requires a low initial entry fee, leaving you with a larger…
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