Golden Boy, Bronze sculpture on Manitoba Legislative Building, Winnipeg, Canada
The 5.25-meter gilded bronze figure stands atop the Legislative Building dome, holding a torch and wheat sheaf while facing north.
French sculptor Georges Gardet created the statue in 1918 at the Barbidienne foundry during World War I, surviving bombing raids in France.
The statue represents Manitoba's natural resources, including minerals, fish, forests, furs, and hydroelectric power, marking the province's economic potential.
The torch reaches 77 meters above ground level, making it visible from multiple locations throughout downtown Winnipeg.
The statue traveled in a ship's hold across the Atlantic Ocean while facing constant danger during wartime before reaching Halifax.
Location: Winnipeg
Inception: 1918
Creator: Georges Gardet
GPS coordinates: 49.88445,-97.14685
Latest update: May 23, 2025 18:20
Manitoba Legislative Building
8 m
Fort Garry
911 m
Fort Garry Hotel
819 m
Manitoba Hydro Place
889 m
Winnipeg Art Gallery
616 m
Millennium Library
905 m
Government House
140 m
Statue of Queen Victoria
100 m
Louis Riel
196 m
Prairie Theatre Exchange
949 m
Dalnavert
394 m
Manitoba Club
766 m
Metropolitan Theatre
993 m
Granite Curling Club
340 m
The Bay, Downtown Winnipeg
724 m
Lakeview Square
610 m
St. Mary's Cathedral, Winnipeg
712 m
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
961 m
Inuit Art Centre
616 m
HMCS Chippawa
695 m
Memorial Provincial Park
324 m
Roslyn Court Apartments
443 m
Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park
911 m
Winnipeg Law Courts
260 m
Forts Rouge, Garry and Gibraltar
911 m
Main St. Bridge
989 m
Osborne Theatre
645 m
Isbister School
954 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes