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Cities

Winnipeg:  Manitoba’s capital city and cradle for arts and culture; a centre for commerce and trade, and a welcoming, all-inclusive community.

Brandon:  A fast-growing prairie city; Manitoba’s second largest urban centre, with a diverse culture and economy – “You Belong in Brandon!”.

Dauphin:  According to Canadian Geographic (Mar/Apr 2000), Dauphin ranks first among the sunniest cities in Canada.

Flin Flon:  A welcoming northern community, "Just Far Enough Away to be PERFECT!!!"

Portage la Prairie:  Located an hour’s drive west of Winnipeg, the city sits in the province’s Central Plain region - the Land of Echoes and Legends.

Selkirk:  Named for Thomas, Earl of Selkirk, the Scottish nobleman who established the Red River Settlement in the early 1800s.

Steinbach:  is one of the fastest growing cities in Manitoba, with attractions such as the Mennonite Heritage Village.

Thompson:  “Hub of the North", the city of Thompson is the regional trade and service centre of Northern Manitoba.

Winkler:  A city with Mennonite heritage, it was officially established in 1892 by lumber entrepreneur and politician Valentine Winkler.

Towns

Altona: Come to smell the sweet country air…Altona is an oasis on the prairie.

Arborg: An Interlake community town that is proud of its tradition and focuses on its future.

Beausejour:  Awarded 5 Blooms on the 13th Edition of the Communities in Bloom National Awards Ceremony in 2007.

Birtle:  Also a 5 Blooms winner, the Town of Birtle invites you to enjoy the serenity of its scenery.

Boissevain: Warm hospitality, street lined floral displays, outdoor art, and a hub for recreation, bird watching, and outdoor adventures.

Carberry: is near Spruce Woods Provincial Park, and is a ‘must’ place to visit in any season.

Carman:  A vibrant community with a feature of “Pathway to Active Living”.

Churchill:  “Polar Bear Capital of the World” is just one of Churchill’s many attractions.

Deloraine:  The area has a rich heritage dating back over 10,000 years to the first Aboriginal Peoples who inhabited the region.

Emerson:  “Gateway to Manitoba” for our neighbours to the south.

Erickson:  “The Land of the Vikings”

Gilbert Plains:  features a top-rated 18-hole golf course, campgrounds, nearby lakes for fishing and year-round sports facilities.

Gillam:  The outdoorsman's playground!

Gimli:  A popular location site for film and TV productions on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, Gimli is the “Heart of New Iceland”.

Gladstone:  Take a photo under the "Happy Rock" for good luck as you travel along the Yellowhead Trans-Canada Highway.

Grand Rapids:  An historical hub for northern settlements, Grand Rapids is an enterprising community with abundant natural resources.

Gretna: is home to western Canada's oldest private co-ed school, the Mennonite Collegiate Institute.

Grandview: is located in a picturesque valley between the Duck Mountain Provincial Park and the Riding Mountain National Park.

Hamiota:  The Birdtail River Fine Arts Festival of Hamiota was started in 1961, and continues to this day.

Hartney:   Named after founder James Hartney in late 1800s, the town is known as the "Little town with a lot of heart".

Lac du Bonnet: is a recreation mecca offering opportunities for all seasons.

Leaf Rapids: is an outdoor-enthusiast’s northern paradise!

Lynn Lake:  A pristine northern Manitoba town, it presents unique eco-tourism opportunities.

Manitou: is more than just a small town, successfully blending a rural lifestyle with modern conveniences.

Melita:  “Grasslands Bird Capital of Manitoba”

Minitonas: gateway to Duck Mountain Park, marking where rich agricultural lands meet natural rolling prairie grasslands and forests.

Minnedosa: is famous for its Minnedosa Rodeo and a variety of recreation facilities

Morden:  Highlights in Morden are the Corn and Apple Festival and Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre, a Star Attraction in Manitoba.

Morris:  Named after Alexander Morris, Manitoba’s 2nd Lieutenant Governor and home of the annual Manitoba Stampede in July.

Neepawa:  “Lily Capital of the World”

Niverville: rates as an innovative, passionate, and committed community.

Oak Lake: provides almost endless opportunities for outdoor fun.

Pilot Mound: Known as Hockey Town of Manitoba, Pilot Mound is a vibrant and active agricultural community.

Plum Coulee: lies on the edge of Manitoba's sunflower belt. The town is one of the first original settlements established in South Central Manitoba.

Powerview-Pine Falls: The picturesque area is surrounded by beauty and wonder, from rich forests to sandy beaches.

Rapid City:  boasts Manitoba’s first natural fish ladder. The town is in the scenic Little Saskatchewan River Valley.

Rivers:  The town of Rivers has quietly shone through history and will gleam in the future.

Roblin:  “Jewel of the Parkland and Fly-Fishing Capital of Manitoba”

Rossburn:  Ukrainian and Scots heritage mix with the rich native culture of Waywayseecapo First Nation to create a proud community.

Russell:  vibrant service centre for world class downhill skiing at Asessipppi Ski Area; walleye fishing and year-round fun at Lake of the Prairies.

Shoal Lake:  is an ideal place for boating and water-skiing.

Snow Lake:  An industry town that was first brought to life by gold mining half a century ago.

Souris:  Come to find out how Canada Post chose to honour the Souris Swinging Bridge, Canada's longest historic suspension bridge.

Ste. Anne: The area’s first Francophone community, founded in 1856 on the Seine River at the heart of the Dawson Trail.

St. Rose du Lac:  “Cattle Capital of Manitoba”, situated between the Lake Manitoba Narrows and Riding Mountain National Park.

Stonewall:  Founded in the 1800s as a major limestone production centre, Stonewall has grown into a prosperous, diverse community.

Swan River:  Great hiking, camping and fishing. East Blue Lake, an hour’s drive, offers some of the best scuba diving in the province.

Teulon:  Nestled in Manitoba's Interlake Region and a service centre for the world famous Narcisse Snake Dens and Oak Hammock Marsh.

The Pas:  “Gateway to the North”, The Pas area has abundant adventure eco-tourism opportunities, anchored by the Trapper’s Festival

Treherne:  Situated in the south-central plains with the rolling Tiger Hills to the south and the Assiniboine River Valley to the north.  

Virden: is a growing community with many attractions, recreation and sporting opportunities.

Winnipeg Beach: is less than an hour from Winnipeg and a popular resort community since 1900. See you at “The Beach”!

 

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