Manitoba's government is putting out a call for ideas for a proposed International Curling Centre of Excellence to be built in Winnipeg.

The government says it's looking for potential partners, individuals and corporate sponsors for the centre.

It's also looking for ideas for the best location.

Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister Cathy Cox says Manitoba has long been known as an epicentre for curling, and the centre will help train and inspire future generations.

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Cookies depicting Khloe Kardashian and her daughter True, made by Scientific Sweets are seen in this undated handout photo. A Manitoba cookie company is getting praise from Khloe Kardashian for custom creations featuring her daughter True. The famous Kardashian posted a photo of the custom order cookies made by Winnipeg's Scientific Sweets on Instagram on Monday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO, Scientific Sweets *MANDATORY CREDIT*

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The Manitoba government is looking for suggestions of possible locations for a new Curling Centre of Excellence. 

Manitoba government seeking ideas for Curling Centre of Excellence

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