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An earlier school was located here and named the Norwood Collegiate Institute. It was demolished when this building was completed.

Named for a local educator and administrator, 'Nelson Mac' offers grades 9 to 12 for 350 to 400 students, many of whom are international students or young dancers with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet school; the formal opening was 16 November 1956.

Design Characteristics

• Although embracing the long sleek shape of the modern design of the fifties, much of the original surface has been covered over and renovated, possibly in response to a fire in 1987
• The original light brown brick remains in evidence in the lower portion and on the one-storey south administration wing; the two-storey main entrance retains its original shape and intent
• Alterations and additions to the south side and rear have not been in agreement with original materials or design