Manitoba is the central province of Canada lying midway between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Manitoba is especially known for its Northern polar bear population- Churchill being referred to as “Polar Bear Capital of the World”. It has a population of 13.7 lakhs, making it the fifth most populous province. Winnipeg is both the capital and the largest city of the state.
Indigenous people have inhabited what is now Manitoba for thousands of years. In the early 17th century, fur traders established settlements along the Nelson, Assiniboine, and Red Rivers, and on the Hudson Bay shoreline. Great Britain took control of the region in 1673. In 1869, negotiations with the Government of Canada for the creation of the province of Manitoba began. The resolution of the conflict- Red River Rebellion, and further negotiations led to Manitoba becoming the fifth province to join Canadian Confederation on July 15, 1870.
Manitoba has a widely varied landscape, stretching from the northern oceanic coastline to the southern border with the United States. There are several things to explore in the heart of Canada. One thing that one should do for sure when in Manitoba- watch polar bears in wild. Churchill is a remote subarctic town where you can witness polar bears and beluga whales in their natural habitat.
Winnipeg -a global street food hub. enjoy international flavors along with local favorites like fish ‘n’ chips made from wild-caught Lake Winnipeg pickerel.
Go on a Beluga whale safari or try AquaGliding, an adventure that allows you to glide on the Churchill River or the Hudson Bay for the ultimate water adventure.
Winnipeg’s remote subarctic location and low light pollution produce perfect conditions for aurora borealis, viewing.
Discover the Pisew Falls, Kwasitchewan Falls (highest waterfall of Manitoba). Festival du Voyageur -Western Canada’s largest winter festival, having -snow sculptures, music performances, and exhibitions. The Winnipeg International Jazz Festival, Dauphin’s Countryfest is Canada’s longest-running country music festival.
Coming to the economy, agriculture remains an important sector of the Manitoban economy. Besides, poultry, hogs, and cattle are raised throughout the southern districts, and the livestock sector has grown significantly. Manitoba has a huge network of water bodies thus, leading to hydroelectric development.
Manufacturing has become the largest sector of the province’s economy. The traditional industries are- meatpacking, flour milling, and the production of lumber, pulp, and paper. Distilling, printing, textile manufacture, and nickel and copper ore smelting also remain important. Because of its central location, Manitoba has been a focus of transportation activity. The minimum wage per hour for this province is set at CA$ 11.65.
