Science & Research Centres Sponsored Links  | Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre | | The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre houses the largest collection of marine reptile fossils in Canada and features "Bruce", a 43 ft. (13 meter ) Mosasaur. Discover Manitoba's prehistory and the sea ... | | The Central Museum of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum) | | The Central Museum of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum) displays Canada's largest collection of artillery artifacts and the most complete collection of Canadian pattern ... | | Morden | | Morden is a beautiful community with tree-lined streets, antique fieldstone buildings and mansions, spacious parks, unique boutiques, plus some very special public art. Why not come and experience ... | | SHOW ALL |
| FortWhyte Alive | | FortWhyte Alive Winnipeg's wild oasis features 640 acres of forest, lakes, marshes and self-guiding trails. FortWhyte Alive has 27 species of waterfowl, whitetail deer, muskrats ... | | Brandon | | Brandon You Belong in Brandon - with its rich agricultural heritage and natural resources, the opportunity to explore becomes endless. Manitoba's second largest city, with a ... |
 Churchill Northern Studies Centre
(Churchill Northern Studies Centre) | | Churchill Northern Studies Centre is an independent, non-profit research station located along the coast of Hudson Bay. It offers nature study tours of the sub-arctic, ranging from polar bears to beluga whales, wildflowers to northern lights. Courses are led by qualified instructors and proceeds support research and education in the Canadian sub-arctic. The CNSC also hosts school and youth group visits, university credit courses and ecological research initiatives. Facility tours available. Admission charged. Tel. 204-675-2307; fax: 204-675-2139; Website: www.churchillscience.ca E-mail: cnsc@churchillscience.ca Location: Rocket Launch Road, 24 km/15 mi. east of Churchill. | Box 610
CHURCHILL, MB CANADA
R0B 0E0
Tel: 204-675-2307
Fax: 204-675-2139
Email: cnsc@churchillscience.ca
Web: www.churchillscience.ca |
University of Manitoba
(University of Manitoba (ATT)) | University of Manitoba
Every year, 26,000 of Canada’s best and brightest students come to the University of Manitoba to discover their strengths and build their futures. Combine these curious minds with world-class professors and researchers, and you have a dynamic environment that has been contributing to the social, cultural, and economic fabric of Manitoba since 1877. Visit the Fort Garry Campus to see rocks and fossils from millions of years ago at the Cretaceous Menagerie; view contemporary and historical art at Gallery One One One; take in a jazz, opera, choral, or chamber music concert in Eva Clare Hall; or cheer on our elite Bison athletes in the sport of your choice – football, hockey, basketball and more! Website: www.umanitoba.ca Location: Fort Garry Campus. | 66 Chancellors Circle
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3T 2N2
Web: www.umanitoba.ca |
Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre
(Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre) | Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre
Come see why the Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre is the world's 'Best Environmental Experience'! Under the guidance of our friendly interpreters, you can trek over 30 kilometers of nature trails, take a guided tour of the marsh, go canoeing, view birds and wildlife, watch a film in our multimedia theatre, enjoy a meal in our café and check out our fun, interactive exhibits. Open daily year-round. Admission charged. Tel. 204-467-3300; toll-free: 1-888-50-MARSH; fax: 204-467-3311; Website: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca E-mail: ohmic@ducks.ca Location: 20 minutes north of Winnipeg at Hwys. 67 and 220. | Box 1160
STONEWALL, MB CANADA
R0C 2Z0
Toll Free: 1-888-50-MARSH
Tel: 204-467-3300
Fax: 204-467-9028
Email: ohmic@ducks.ca
Web: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca |
Brandon University (PHS)
(Brandon University) | | Since 1899, Brandon University offers undergraduate degrees in arts, science, education, music, nursing and applied disaster and emergency studies and professional programs in business administration, psychiatric nursing, graduate programs in music, education and rural development. The University's 15-acre campus contains many historic structures. Open to the public 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Tours by appointment. Campus grounds open to all. Tel. 204-727-7449. (PHS) | 270 - 18th Street
BRANDON, MB CANADA
R7A 6A9
Tel: 204-727-9762
Fax: 204-728-7340
Email: communications@brandonu.ca |
Living Prairie Museum
(City of Winnipeg - Public Works (RP)) | Living Prairie Museum
One of Winnipeg's natural wonders, the Living Prairie Museum is a preserve of endangered tall-grass prairie preserve. The nature centre is open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays from last weekend in April to end of June; daily July and August. Guided hikes and a self-guiding trail are available. Group tours by advance reservation. Free admission except for group tours and special event days. Tel. 204-832-0167; fax: 204-986-4172; Website: www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/naturalist/livingprairie/ E-mail: prairie@winnipeg.ca Location: 2795 Ness Avenue. | 105 - 1155 Pacific Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3E 3P1
Tel: 204-986-7233
Fax: 204-986-7236 |
Wapusk National Park of Canada
(Parks Canada (Attractions)) | | Wapusk National Park of Canada is an immense lowland area of 11,475 square kilometres south and east of Churchill. This impressive park represents the features of the Hudson-James Lowlands Natural Region in Canada's system of national parks. Wapusk, the Cree word for white bear, is home to one of the world's largest known polar bear maternity denning sites. As well as protecting vital habitat for polar bears, Wapusk National Park provides critical habitat for hundreds of thousands of waterfowl and shorebirds that nest along the Hudson Bay coast in summer and gather to feed during spring and fall migrations. As Wapusk National Park of Canada is located in a remote region, access to the park is limited. Visitors can enter the park through the services of tour operators. Tel. 204-675-8863; fax: 204-675-2026; Web: www.pc.gc.ca E-mail: mannorth.nhs@pc.gc.ca Location: 45 km southeast of Churchill, no road or trail access. | 401 - 25 Forks Market Road
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 4S8
Toll Free: 1-888-773-8888
Tel: 204-983-6757
Fax: 204-983-2221
Web: www.parkscanada.gc.ca |
The Manitoba Museum
(The Manitoba Museum) | The Manitoba Museum
Museum Galleries
Explore a vivid portrayal of Manitoba's rich and colourful history through nine galleries covering all regions of Manitoba. The national editors of Where Magazine have selected the Parklands/Mixed Woods Gallery as "One of Canada's Best New Attractions for Summer 2004". The Manitoba Museum is the recipient of the Michelin Green Guide's top award, designated 'Worth the Trip'. Dramatic walk-through settings include the 17th century full-size replica ship "The Nonsuch", and the Urban Gallery, which recreates boomtown Winnipeg in the 1920s.
Planetarium and Science Gallery
We are also fortunate to have one of only five major planetariums in the country which features live interactive multimedia shows that recreate the current night sky, highlight the latest space discoveries and follow the developments of the space program.
The fully renovated Science Gallery now includes "Engineered for Speed" where visitors design and build their own remote-controlled race cars and test them on our giant race track, a new water area with a self-sustained ecosystem and a new Explore Science Zone with multiple hands-on activities.
Open year-round. Closed Mondays in winter. Admission charged. Tel. 204-956-2830; recorded information 204-943-3139; Website: www.manitobamuseum.ca E-mail: info@manitobamuseum.ca Location: 190 Rupert Avenue. | 190 Rupert Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 0N2
Toll Free: 1-888-231-9739
Tel: 204-956-2830
Fax: 204-942-3151
Email: info@manitobamuseum.ca
Web: www.manitobamuseum.ca |
The Central Museum of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum)
(The Central Museum of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum)) | | The Central Museum of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum) displays Canada's largest collection of artillery artifacts and the most complete collection of Canadian pattern military vehicles in existence. Group tours welcome. Open year-round, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday to Friday; also 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays from Victoria Day to Labour Day. Admission charged. Tel. 204-765-3000 ext. 3570; Web: www.rcamuseum.com E-mail: rcamus@artillery.net Location: CFB Shilo, 15 km/9 mi. south of Hwy. 1 on PR 340. (Base is open to visitors.) | Box 5000, Station Main, CFB Shilo
SHILO, Building N-118, Patricia Road, MB CANADA
R0K 2A0
Tel: 204-765-3000 ext 3570
Fax: 204-765-5289
Email: rcamus@artillery.net
Web: www.rcamuseum.com |  |
Carman
(Town of Carman) | Carman
An oasis on the prairies, the Boyne River flows through this beautifully treed community. Kings Park, located in the centre of town, offers an aquatic centre with two water slides, tennis courts, picnic area and campground. A 5 km-pathway features three river bridges and a tall grass prairie. Carman celebrates the Carman Potato and Blossom Festival in June, Carman Country Fair in July and the Carman Fiddle Festival in August. Web: www.townofcarman.com E-mail: townofcarman@mts.net | Box 160
CARMAN, 12 Second Avenue S.W., MB CANADA
R0G 0J0
Toll Free: 1-800-207-2721
Tel: 204-745-2675
Fax: 204-745-6348
Email: carmcom@mts.net
Web: www.townofcarman.com |
Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre
(Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre) | | The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre houses the largest collection of marine reptile fossils in Canada and features "Bruce", a 43 ft. (13 meter ) Mosasaur. Discover Manitoba's prehistory and the sea monsters that lived in the Western Interior Seaway. Experience a Fossil Dig Adventure Tour along the Manitoba Escarpment searching for and excavating fossils on an 80 million year old sea bed. School, youth and group museum tours available year round. Dig tours available May to September. Summer Kids programs Monday to Friday in July and August. Open daily 1 - 5 p.m. September to May; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. June to August. Tel. 204-822-3406; Web: www.discoverfossils.com E-mail: info@discoverfossils.com Location: Lower Level, Community Centre, 2nd and Gilmour. | 111-B Gilmour Street
MORDEN, MB CANADA
R6M 1N9
Tel: 204-822-3406
Fax: 204-272-3303
Email: info@discoverfossils.com
Web: www.discoverfossils.com | |
Assiniboine Park Zoo
(Assiniboine Park Zoo) | | Assiniboine Park Zoo has a collection of over 390 species, 2,400 specimens housed in natural exhibits. The zoo specializes in animals found in cooler climates from around the world, as well as native North American species. Siberian tigers, snow leopards, bears, lynx, elk, bison and many other hardy species can be seen out-of-doors through the year.
Large indoor facilities such as the Tropical House, the Kinsmen Discovery Centre, and others provide warm weather viewing of many tropical animals. Open daily except for Remembrance Day morning and Christmas morning. Admission charged. Tel. 204-986-2327; Website: www.winnipeg.ca/cms/ape/zoo; E-mail: apzoo@winnipeg.ca Location: Assiniboine Park, 2355 Corydon Avenue | 2355 Corydon Ave.
Winnipeg, MB CANADA
Tel: 204-986-2327
Fax: 204-832-5420
Email: apzoo@winnipeg.ca
Web: www.winnipeg.ca/cms/ape/zoo |
Boreal Gardens
(Boreal Gardens) | | Boreal Gardens are green houses and gardens growing local produce. Free tours are offered Sunday 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. in July and August, other times by appointment. Admission charged for groups. Tel. 204-675-8866 (6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Monday to Friday); fax: 204-675-2660. Location: 1.6 km/1 mi. east of town on Shore Rd. | Box 61
CHURCHILL, MB CANADA
R0B 0E0
Tel: 204-675-8866
Fax: 204-675-2660 |
Wapusk National Park of Canada
(Wapusk National Park of Canada) | | Wapusk National Park of Canada is an immense lowland area of 11,475 square kilometres south and east of Churchill. This impressive park represents the features of the Hudson-James Lowlands Natural Region in Canada's system of national parks. Wapusk, the Cree word for white bear, is home to one of the world's largest known polar bear maternity denning sites. As well as protecting vital habitat for polar bears, Wapusk National Park provides critical habitat for hundreds of thousands of waterfowl and shorebirds that nest along the Hudson Bay coast in summer and gather to feed during spring and fall migrations. As Wapusk National Park of Canada is located in a remote region, access to the park is limited. Visitors can enter the park through the services of tour operators. Tel. 204-675-8863; fax: 204-675-2026; Web: www.pc.gc.ca E-mail: mannorth.nhs@pc.gc.ca Location: 45 km southeast of Churchill, no road or trail access. | | CANADA |
Lyncrest Airport
(Lyncrest Airport) | | This heritage airport has grass runways, a modern, wheelchair accessible clubhouse, the oldest home-built aircraft in Canada, unique antiques, and the largest diversity of modern aircraft types, including light aircraft on skis or floats! Look interested and you'll likely be invited on a complimentary flight or a tour of an aircraft under construction! Open during daylight hours. Free admission, free parking. Tel. 204-222-0079; 204-253-2526; Web: www.lyncrest.org Location: 57119 Murdock Road. | 464 Wallace Bldg., University of Manitoba
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3T 2N2
Tel: 204-474-7352/204-261-1007
Email: jill_oakes@umanitoba.ca
Web: www.lyncrest.org |
Morden
(Town of Morden) | Morden is a beautiful community with tree-lined streets, antique fieldstone buildings and mansions, spacious parks, unique boutiques, plus some very special public art. Why not come and experience the warm hospitality that Morden offers and explore some of our many attractions.
Morden is located in the beautiful Pembina Valley, 112 km from Winnipeg’s Perimeter, 19 km from the U.S. border, 127 km from the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. We look forward to welcoming you.
Tel. 204-822-4434
Fax: 204-822-6494
E-mail: tmorden@mordenmb.com
Web: www.mordenmb.com
| 100 - 195 Stephen Street
MORDEN, MB CANADA
R6M 1V3
Tel: 204-822-4434
Fax: 204-822-6494
Email: tmorden@mordenmb.com
Web: www.mordenmb.com | |
Brandon
(Brandon Tourism/Brandon Riverbank Inc.) | Brandon
You Belong in Brandon - with its rich agricultural heritage and natural resources, the opportunity to explore becomes endless. Manitoba's second largest city, with a population of approximately 43,000, has gained valuable recognition for its ability to organize and host many world-class events. Come and discover the wonders of the "Wheat City" where hospitality is second to none!
Web: tourism.brandon.com
E-mail: brandontourism@wcgwave.ca
Home to the Brandon Folk Music and Art Festival in July, Manitoba Summer Fair hosted in June, Manitoba Livestock Expo in November and the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair in spring. | 1 - 545 Conservation Drive
BRANDON, MB CANADA
R7A 7L8
Toll Free: 1-888-799-1111
Tel: 204-729-2141
Fax: 204-729-2139
Email: brandontourism@wcgwave.ca
Web: www.tourism.brandon.com | |
Manitoba Crafts Museum and Library
(Manitoba Crafts Museum and Library) | Manitoba Crafts Museum and Library
Exhibits historic and contemporary hand crafted items including needlework, quilts, weaving, lace, rug hooking, ceramics, wood and glass. The Library contains over 2,500 craft book titles. Open year-round, call for hours. Donations accepted. Tel. 204-487-6117; Website: www.mts.net/~mcml1 E-mail: mcml@mts.net Location: 183 Kennedy Street. | 1B - 183 Kennedy Street
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3C 1S6
Tel: 204-487-6117
Email: mcml1@mts.net
Web: www.mts.net/~mcml1 |
Delta Waterfowl and Wetlands Research Station
(Delta Waterfowl and Wetlands Research Station) | | A large portion of the lake front (6,416 ha/15,855 ac.) along the south shore of Lake Manitoba was established as a privately owned and operated station, known for its research and educational activities. There is a viewing tower, boardwalk and interpretive trail for the public. Location: at Delta Beach on PR 240. | Unit 22 - 62 Scurfield Blvd.
Winnipeg, MB CANADA
R3Y 1M5
Toll Free: 1-877-667-5656
Tel: 204-956-7766
Fax: 204-956-7755
Email: tfoster@deltawaterfowl.org |
Churchill
(Chamber of Commerce/Churchill) | Churchill
The Polar Bear Capital of the World is the only human settlement where polar bears can be observed in the wild. The bears tip the scale at over 1,300 pounds, stand 10 feet tall and can move with surprising speed and agility. Best viewing time is October to early November.
Churchill is also famous with birders - some 250 species of birds including the rare Ross Gull, nest or pass through on their yearly migrations.
In summer, white beluga whales surface and plunge in the blue-green waters of the Churchill River. You’ll be talking distance of the most vocal whales in the world. More than 3,000 beluga whales come in early July to feed and calve. Seals can also be seen in the harbour and caribou are frequently sighted along the coast.
Churchill, population 1,000, is accessible by air or the Hudson Bay Railway line, which was built over permafrost and muskeg in 1929 and required a crew of 3,000 to complete. The two-night, one-day trip on VIA Rail from Winnipeg to Churchill (1,600 km/1,000 mi.) provides comfortable bedrooms or roomettes and fine Manitoba cuisine in the dining car. Calm Air, Kivalliq Air run regular scheduled air service from Winnipeg, Thompson and Gillam year-round.
On the tundra, lichens and miniature shrubs and flowers bloom each spring and fall. A short distance inland are patches of taiga (sub-arctic) forest, with black spruce, scattered white spruce and a thick mat of lichens.
Visitors are awestruck upon seeing the haunting beauty of our aurora borealis (northern lights). Blue, green and white in colour, they swirl and dance in the still northern sky - with performances that can be seen on clear nights. According to legend, the northern lights will dance their way down to earth if you whistle at them. Why not give it a try? Website: www.churchill.ca E-mail: town@churchillmb.net | Box 176
CHURCHILL, MB CANADA
R0B 0E0
Toll Free: 1-888-389-2327
Tel: 204-675-2022
Fax: 204-675-2704
Email: churchillchamber@mts.net
Web: www.churchill.ca |
Demonstration Farm House
(Culture, (GD), Heritage, Tourism and Sport -- Historic Resources Branch) | | Demonstration Farm House was the original residence for the manager of the Killarney Demonstration Farm circa 1910. Completely refurbished, this municipal heritage site is open to the public. Tours welcome. Location: near campground. | Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3B 1N3
Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069
Tel: 204-945-4420
Fax: 204-948-2384
Email: gary.dickson@gov.mb.ca
Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
FortWhyte Alive
(FortWhyte Alive) | FortWhyte Alive
Winnipeg's wild oasis features 640 acres of forest, lakes, marshes and self-guiding trails. FortWhyte Alive has 27 species of waterfowl, whitetail deer, muskrats and other wild animals. Fall migration brings thousands of Canada geese and ducks for a truly natural spectacle. Scenic lakes offer canoe and boat rentals along with year-round fishing for pike, walleye and trout. The Alloway Reception Centre offers visitor services including The Buffalo Stone Café and The Nature Shop. The 10,000 square foot Interpretive Centre is home to the Aquarium of the Prairies, Climate Change Exhibit and Children's Touch Museum. A must-see are the Prairie Dog Exhibit, Bison Prairie, Tipi Encampment and the Pioneer Sod House. Open daily, year-round. Admission charged. Guided group tours in English or French available by advance reservation, 204-989-8353. Tel. 204-989-8355; fax: 204-895-4700; Website: www.fortwhyte.org E-mail: info@fortwhyte.org Location: 1961 McCreary Road. | 1961 McCreary Road
WINNIPEG, MB CANADA
R3P 2K9
Tel: 204-989-8355
Fax: 204-895-4700
Email: info@fortwhyte.org
Web: www.fortwhyte.org | |
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