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From its geographic position in the centre
of Canada, to its warm and inviting people, we
can say with confidence: Manitoba is where
Canada's heart...beats.
Here you'll find flourishing prairie parklands punctuated by cool clear lakes and
lush boreal forests. Manitoba beckons with
the friendliest people, prime wildlife viewing,
and a vibrant mix of urban excitement and
rural charm.
Manitoba's diverse habitats - sub-Arctic tundra, broad plains, forests and parklands - spawn superb wildlife viewing
year-round. View polar bears, kayak with
beluga whales or gaze up at unearthly northern lights on Manitoba's Hudson Bay ocean
coastline. During spring and fall migrations,
birding is spectacular in choice spots. See
moose, elk, bison, black bears, and even
tens of thousands of red-sided garter snakes.
Outdoor enthusiasts have a vast yet accessible wilderness awaiting them with hundreds of miles of trails and waterways. Sand
dunes and waterfalls, broad valleys and lush
Canadian Shield forests are all found in
Manitoba. Take a swing at a top-notch golf
course or cast your sights to a fishing lodge
on one of more than 100,000 lakes the envy
of anglers the world over.
An impressive slate of festivals showcases
the province's diversity and community spirit.
Join the party in cities across the province,
including, Thompson, Brandon, Portage la
Prairie, and Steinbach. With its roots as an
indigenous meeting place, followed by a railroad boomtown, capital city Winnipeg, home
to more than 700,000, has found its niche
as a mid-size city with a massive-size offering of arts and culture. A culinary hotspot,
winter destination, and home to the Canadian
Museum for Human Rights and other cultural
institutions like Canada's Royal Winnipeg
Ballet and the Winnipeg Art Gallery, Winnipeg
is a city full of surprises.
For more information, visit
www.travelmanitoba.com

Regions
* Tourism North: Rich in natural wonders,
the North is home to polar bears, beluga
whales, wolves, walleye and birds of every
description. Discover aboriginal culture,
revisit the fur-trade era and explore a
vast landscape of unspoiled wilderness.
Snowshoe to an ice-fishing hole on a
pristine lake, hike to majestic waterfalls
and marvel at the North's hardy history
at museums in Churchill, The Pas and
Thompson. We'll leave the northern lights
on for you. W: visitnorthernmanitoba.ca.
* Parkland: This aptly named region is a
natural paradise of scenic woodlands,

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picturesque lakes, rushing rivers and dramatic escarpments - along with eclectic
shopping emporiums, art galleries and historic sites. Climb Manitoba's highest mountain, bike, ski and snowshoe along winding
trails, discover the joys of ice-fishing and
keep your camera handy for encounters
with wildlife. W: parklandtourism.com
* Interlake: Stretching to the horizon, the
shorelines of two inland oceans, Lake
Winnipeg and Lake Manitoba are magnets for naturalists, history buffs and
artists - not to mention Vikings. Fall migration season finds marshes teeming with
Canada geese, and winter is fine for icefishing and cross-country skiing. Hole up at
a lakeside resort, trip back in time at Gimli's
New Iceland Heritage Museum and keep an
eye out for Manipogo - Lake Manitoba's
version of the Loch Ness Monster.
W: interlaketourism.com
* Westman: From the desert of Spirit Sands
to the woodland trails of Turtle Mountain
Provincial Park, western Manitoba is a
dreamscape for footloose explorers.
Rolling hills, lush forests and Prairie vistas
hold endless opportunities for outdoor fun
and adventure, and there's no shortage of
urban delights. W: tourismwestman.ca
* Pembina Valley Central Plains: This fertile
greenbelt is a land of legends, history and
diversity - and of course, sea monsters.
Find ancient fossils of prehistoric marine
reptiles and follow the flightpaths of migrating waterfowl and raptors. Roam from Delta
Marsh and Lake Manitoba in the north to
the cliffs of the Manitoba Escarpment in

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the south along a patchwork of scenic trails
and highways - and share in the bounty
of Manitoba's breadbasket at fall suppers
along the way. W: pembinavalleycentralplainstourism.com
* Eastman: Lake shores and boreal forest
bump up against the rugged Precambrian
Shield in this all-season playground. Ski in
to a resort cabin, explore unique historic
sites in Manitoba's largest French settlements and the enjoy local hospitality at
every turn. W: eastmantourism.ca
* Winnipeg: Winnipeg is the hip, happening
capital of Manitoba. The city has it all,
including new world-class attractions such
as the Canadian Museum for Human Rights
and Journey to Churchill at Assiniboine Park
Zoo, an innovative arts and entertainment
scene, historic sites and exhibits, countless
tantalizing local restaurants, luxurious spas,
and fabulous shopping.
We're the gateway to the West and a
four-season destination that celebrates
winter and summer alike with festivals
and events happening all year long.
With more than 100 languages spoken,
and a diverse population of 793,400,
Winnipeg provides cosmopolitan flair
while maintaining a tight-knit feel.
W: tourismwinnipeg.com

Festivals and Events
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra New Music
Festival January 23-29, 2016 Come and see
this unique music festival that spawned
new music festivals across the country.
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http://www.plainstourism.com http://www.parklandtourism.com http://www.eastmantourism.ca http://www.travelmanitoba.com http://www.interlaketourism.com http://www.tourismwestman.ca http://www.tourismwinnipeg.com http://www.visitnorthernmanitoba.ca

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