The geographical area now known as Manitoba
was originally inhabited shortly after the last ice age.
Settlements of Ojibwa, Cree,
Dene, Sioux, Mandan, and Assiniboine peoples,
along with other tribes that entered the area to trade,
developed many land trails as part of a much larger
native trading network on both land and water.
The word "Manitoba" derives from the native word
"manitou" which means spirit.
It was officially recognized by the Federal Government
on Jul 15 1870 as separate from the Northwest Territories,
and became the first Province created from the Territories.
Manitoba is located
at the longitudinal centre of Canada,
in the Central Standard time zone.
It is the eastern~most of the three Prairie Provinces, with
Saskatchewan to the west,
Ontario to the east,
Nunavut to the north,
and the American states of North Dakota
and Minnesota to the south.
There is a lengthy coastline along Hudson Bay
to the north~east.
Lakes cover approximately 15% of Manitoba's surface area (over 94,000 km²).
There are thousands of lakes across the province,
containing many uninhabited islands.
Most rivers and water eventually flow north and empty into Hudson Bay.
For more detailed information, please contact the Provincial Government of Manitoba.
WEATHER
Warm, sunny summers and cold bright winters characterize
Manitoba's climate.
Due to its location in the centre of the North American continent,
far removed from the moderating influences of mountain ranges and oceans,
Manitoba has a very extreme climate.
Because of the generally flat landscape in most areas,
it is exposed and vulnerable to numerous weather systems throughout the year.
The mean January temperature in Winnipeg is about -20 º C;
the July average is about 19 º C.
Wide variations from average values are common in all seasons.
In general, temperatures and precipitation decrease
from south to north, and precipitation also decreases from east to west.
More than 1/2 of the annual precipitation falls in the summer months
in the form of brief heavy showers.
Most of southern Manitoba receives 110~140 cm of snow annually
with the heaviest snow falls occurring in the northeast (160 cm).
Manitoba is also a very sunny province,
Portage la Prairie ranks 1st in Canada for most sunny days in warm months.
Winnipeg has the 2nd clearest skies year~round and is the
2nd sunniest city in Canada in the winter.
Southern Manitoba is
the most humid area in the prairies,
especially in the summer months, and
set the highest temperature yet recorded
in Canada (50.3 º C).
The southern region also experiences frequent thunderstorms
and about 15 tornados per year.
The majority of Manitoba's land area lies in a subarctic climate zone.
These central and northern regions feature long and extremely cold winters and brief,
mild summers with relatively little precipitation.
It is common to have overnight lows of -40 º C (-40 º F)
and daytime highs that remain below -18 º C (0 º F).
ECONOMY
Manitoba has the location, the people,
the infrastructure and the resources to help business succeed.
With business operating costs (rental, electricity, labour)
among the lowest in North America
and the G~7 nations,
Manitoba has created a stable,
balanced and export~oriented economy,
making it the perfect place to start or purchase a business.
Situated in the heart of North America, Manitoba offers convenient and
virtually tariff~free access to the United States
and Mexico through a north~south trade corridor.
It is the only Canadian Province with an Arctic
deep water sea port at Churchill, on the Hudson Bay,
making it an extremely vital link on the shortest shipping route
between Canada and Asia.
The province is an established transportation and distribution hub
with well~developed industries in transportation equipment,
food processing, agricultural equipment, aerospace and more.
The central time zone location and excellent telecommunications
infrastructure make Manitoba ideal for any business requiring regular,
reliable contact with customers and suppliers from around the world.
Recognized as one of the
most diversified in Canada,
Manitoba’s economy is not
dependent on any single industry or commodity,
with the services (transportation & wholesale distribution)
sector being the most important.
This diversity provides long~term economic stability,
and ensures access to a
variety of supplies, resources and services.
Manufacturing is the largest goods~producing sector.
Most manufacturing is centred in Winnipeg
(meat packing plants, clothing factories, lumber mills,
metal~working & machine shops).
Food and transportation equipment have long been the
leading manufacturing industries.
Other important products are primary & fabricated metals,
electrical goods, clothing & textiles, printing & publishing.
Agriculture has been an important industriy since
the first major farming operations were established in 1812.
Despite the dominance of grain production,
agriculture in Manitoba is more diversified than in
other Prairie Provinces, with increased hog production.
Manitoba is a world leader in nickel production.
Other metals mined and processed include
copper, zinc, and a number of industrial minerals.
Petroleum is also produced.
Manitoba encourages business people from all over the world
to settle in the province,
by offering newcomers
an extensive network of services,
a highly skilled and multi~lingual workforce,
a business~friendly atmosphere,
and abundant opportunities.
SCHOOLS
Education is a provincial government responsibility in
Canada.
Manitoba’s public education system
offers high quality programs covering almost every field.
In Manitoba, education is governed principally by
The Public Schools Act and The Education Administration Act
as well as regulations made under both Acts.
Rights and responsibilities of the Minister of Education,
Citizenship and Youth and the rights and responsibilities of school boards,
principals, teachers, parents and students are set out in the legislation.
Children who are 6 years of age or older on Dec 31 in
a given year have the right to attend school from the beginning
of the fall term of that calendar year until they receive
a graduation diploma, or until the last school day of June
in the calendar year in which they become 21 years of age.
Children are required to attend school from the time they reach
compulsory school age (7 years of age or will be
reaching 7 years of age by Dec 31 in a given calendar year)
until they attain the age of 16.
Every parent or legal guardian
of a child of compulsory school age is responsible for sending
the child to school.
Every student is responsible for attending school and classes
regularly and on time, and completing assignments and other related work.
Safe Schools Manitoba is a partnership initiative of organizations committed to working together to enhance the safety of Manitoba’s schools and communities. It receives continued operating funding from the Provincial Government of Manitoba. In addition, it receivs a grant from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
For more details please contact the
Manitoba Ministry of Education.
HOSPITALITY
Manitoba is a unique travel destination rich in natural beauty,
world~class events and cultural diversity.
A picturesque winter playground of snow covered landscapes
bathed in brilliant sunshine,
The province offers an
abundance of events and attractions for
travelers of all tastes.
Manitoba
offers an endless array of suggestions
for making the most of your vacation -
from fascinating museums, interactive tours
and unique shopping experiences to premium golf courses,
soft sand beaches and spectacular parks
located just a short but scenic drive away.
Manitoba offers an abundance
of experiences to explore.
From the down~home fun of our rural fairs to the
fabulous flavours of our ethnic eateries and the vibrancy
of Winnipeg's art scene,
Manitoba has cultural events and attractions for everyone,
regardless of age or taste.
If you're an outdoor adventurer, you'll want to experience
Manitoba's majestic North, complete with rugged tundra,
polar bears and swirling Northern Lights.
Whether Manitoba is your final destination or you're just passing through,
you'll enjoy a hospitable stay in one of many full~service hotels,
lakeside resorts, country~style bed & breakfasts,
convenient hostels or family campgrounds.
Friendly and helpful staff, modern amenities and comfortable
surroundings assure that no matter where you lay your head at night,
you'll always feel right at home.
For more details please contact
Manitoba Tourism.
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