Manitoba stands out as Canada’s heart and soul, a province defined by vast prairies stretching to the horizon, boreal forests teeming with wildlife, and a cultural mosaic shaped by Indigenous peoples, European settlers, and newcomers from across the globe. Positioned at the longitudinal center of the country, this land of 100,000 lakes claims everything from polar bear populations in Churchill to the historic forks where the Red and Assiniboine rivers meet in Winnipeg.
The province covers 649,950 square kilometers, making it Canada’s fifth-largest, yet only about 1.4 million people call it home. That space translates to …
Did you know that you can tour Manitoba while staying safe at home? In fact, below are some activities you can enjoy while in the comfort of your own home.
1. Book an online tour with the Canadian Mint
Have you ever thought about how coins are made? One way to learn the answer is to take an online tour with the Royal Mint. Here, you will discover the history of coin stamping in Canada – from its creation to packaging.
2. Learn the basics of Métis beadwork
Learn more about Métis beading from Melanie Gamache herself and try doing it yourself with this workshop. Here, you …
Below are some thrilling activities you can enjoy from July 5 to 11 without having to risk your health and safety.
1. Watch a movie in your car
Stardust, one of the drive-in movie playhouses in Manitoba, is now offering patrons an extraordinary movie viewing experience.
From Fridays to Sundays during the whole month of July, their space will be available for drive-in movie watching. So, grab a snack and park somewhere while enjoying an exciting movie.
2. Explore the trails close to Portage La Prairie
Around three minutes away from Portage la Prairie, there’s a 9-…
