A Dazzling Snow Sculpture Returns to Oak Bluff West

Winnipeg winters may be long and cold, but they also provide the perfect canvas for creativity. From skating trails to snow mazes, there’s no shortage of ways to embrace the season—and one of the most beloved traditions is the annual Festival du Voyageur snow sculptures.

As a long-standing sponsor of Festival du Voyageur, Qualico Communities proudly supports local artists in bringing winter art to life. Due to their popularity in past years, we’ve once again collaborated with renowned sculptors to create a snow sculpture in Oak Bluff West.

This year, David MacNair, Gary Tessier and Jacques Boulet—a talented trio of local artists—have carved a stunning snow creation.

“All three of us are visual artists,” says MacNair. “The process of carving snow is all about removing what’s not needed to reveal the final design.”


📍 Snowball – A playful depiction of children engaged in a snowball fight, this sculpture embodies the joy of winter fun. It can be found near the play structure on Horizon Drive.

Carving a large-scale snow sculpture is no small feat. Each block of snow requires 24 to 80 hours of labour, from roughing out shapes to polishing the final details. MacNair, Tessier and Boulet work collaboratively, ensuring each design comes to life with intricate detail.

“Sculpting snow is about patience and precision,” explains MacNair. “Each block holds endless possibilities—it’s just a matter of revealing them.”

This incredible sculpture is now on display, but it won’t last forever! Bundle up, take a stroll and admire the artistry firsthand before the spring thaw. And who knows? Maybe it’ll inspire you to create a snow sculpture of your own.

“Like young students, don’t be afraid to try,” says MacNair. “If it doesn’t turn out as expected, don’t worry—it’ll melt away, and you can try again next winter.”

Be sure to visit this sculpture while it's fresh!