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10 Ways Thompson Calls You North in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 3-5 minutes
Thompson meets you with the scent of pine, the sweep of the boreal forest and a horizon shaped by ancient rock and endless sky. It is a place where rivers spill into waterfalls, where lakes hold the colours of sunrise and where culture, community and...
Exciting Culinary Experiences to Have this Winter in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Three Must-Do Winter Activities for Francophone Families in Manitoba
Manitoba has a reputation as a province with a long winter season and it's true. But that's also what makes the season so unique. Here, the cold brings people together, the snow transforms the landscapes and every outing becomes a little adventure. On...
10 Local Stores to Shop for the Perfect Gift This Season
Shopping at these 10 Manitoba stores means there's no need for returns, regrets or extravagant shipping fees.
10 Holiday Gift Ideas From Local Indigenous Makers and Shops
Get going on your holiday shopping with this curated selection by Indigenous makers right here in Manitoba. From carving and clothing to jewelry and candles—and a huge selection of moccasins and mukluks, we’ve done the pre-shop research for you!
13 Fun and Festive Things to Do in Manitoba
There's no place like home for the holidays. But whether you're a local or just visiting, it's easy to get into the spirit of the season in Manitoba. From enchanting lights to heartwarming performances, the province comes alive each November and December...
Too Much Stuff? 10 Manitoba Experiences to Give Instead This Holiday Season
For the special person in your life who already has a collection of gizmos and gadgets aplenty, choose to gift these Manitoba experiences instead.
Meet Your 2026 Manitoba Adventure Dogs
It's finally time to meet your official 2026 Manitoba Adventure Dog!
15 Manitoba Bookstores You’ll Want to Get Lost In
In my humble opinion, nothing says “local love” quite like a small and quirky bookstore. In Winnipeg, you can wander into expansive libraries with thoughtfully curated collections, while small town shops offer spaces that feel like hidden treasures. Each...
Embrace the Wonders of Flin Flon, Manitoba this Winter
Embrace the captivating charm of Flin Flon, Manitoba, where a blend of history and nature awaits. This city offers an array of attractions just waiting to be discovered. Here are 7 things you can do in Flin Flon this winter!
Your Guide to the 2025 Grey Cup Festival in Winnipeg
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Get ready Manitoba! Football fever is coming to Winnipeg and we’re ready for a week of high-energy fun, live music, food and community celebration. From November 10 to 16, the 2025 Grey Cup Festival is taking over the city. Fans from across the country...
Meet Manitoba's Emblem at FortWhyte Alive on a French Walking Tour
You don't have to go far to feel like you're surrounded by nature. Just a short drive from Winnipeg's downtown region, FortWhyte Alive welcomes you to a vast prairie where the wind, birds and bison live at the same pace. There, time slows down, the...
10 Ways to Find Rest and Relaxation This Winter
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Whether you’re looking for a full thermal experience, a soothing massage or a cozy sauna session, these spas offer the perfect retreat from the cold. Indulge in everything from mineral-rich soaks to invigorating hamam rituals and let the stresses of the...
10 Manitoba Cabins, B&Bs and Unique Stays That Are Open Year-Round
Stunning getaways are a year-round thing in Manitoba. Whether you're looking for the perfect fall getaway or a cozy wintertime hibernation stay, check out these 10 cabins, B&Bs and unique stays that are open for bookings for every season.
After Dark: An Adults-Only Night at The Leaf
The Leaf After Dark invites adults to explore Winnipeg’s lush indoor gardens by night. Sip wine, listen to live jazz and wander tropical and Mediterranean biomes beneath Canada’s tallest indoor waterfall. Hosted by Assiniboine Park Conservancy, this...
50 Things to Do This Winter in Manitoba
Bright blue skies. Fresh white snow. Crisp clean air. It’s winter in Manitoba and time to play outside. Whether you slide into skis, hop on a snowmobile, lace up skates, drop a fishing line or tie up a pair of snowshoes, our wide-open spaces make it...
10 Places to Snowmobile in Manitoba
There are many reasons why snowmobilers love Manitoba — the dense forest, the wide open lakes and the abundance of snow are just a few.
A Wintry Weekend in The Pas
Enjoy a true Manitoba winter escape in The Pas. Nestled in Treaty 5 territory alongside the Opaskwayak Cree Nation, this gateway town offers cozy lodging, snow-covered trails, and the lively Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival. Whether you’re skiing,...
Where, When and How to See Northern Lights in Churchill, Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Few experiences stir the heart quite like watching the northern lights dance across the subarctic sky. As ribbons of green and violet shimmer overhead, time seems to pause. Many visitors describe it as humbling and awe-inspiring — a moment where you feel...
11 Places to Hike and Skate in Manitoba this Winter
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Strap on your snowshoes or lace up your skates, Manitoba's winter trails are calling and they're a great way to stay active throughout the season.
9 Manitoba Hardwater Adventures For Those Who Have Never Been Ice Fishing
Every winter, thousands of fishing enthusiasts descend on Manitoba's frozen waterways for some good ol' hard water angling. And while there are endless lakes and rivers to set up on, these 9 ice fishing adventures provide all the fixings for when your...
10 Spots in Manitoba to Grab Grub and Watch the Game
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
What better way to enjoy the play-by-play on the big screen than with great grub and good company. We know there is no food quite like game day food. You've got the crunchy, the crispy, the hearty, the zesty, and oh, don't forget the heat! Baseball,...
8 Thought-Provoking Indigenous Art Galleries and Museums to Visit This Fall and Winter
Art installations that make you stop in your steps. Interactive displays that cause moments of deep reflection. Joyous discoveries of histories you thought you knew.
6 Spooky Spots to Explore in Manitoba
Manitoba is home to some of the oldest buildings in Western Canada. Prince of Wales Fort in Churchill is the oldest still-standing establishment in the province, built in the early 1700s, with Lower Fort Garry in Winnipeg following close behind.
10 Must-See Attractions You Need to Experience in Winnipeg
Planning a trip to Winnipeg this year? No matter when you visit the city, you need to experience these 10 must-see attractions.
10 Indigenous Experiences to Have This Season in Manitoba
Make a plan to connect with the first peoples of the place we all call home through art, history, discussion and exploration.
The ULTIMATE Guide to Seeing Polar Bears in Churchill, Manitoba
Wildlife enthusiasts know that Manitoba is one of the most magical places in the world to visit in the autumn months. And it's not for the wicked fall foliage. About 1,000 kilometres north of capital city Winnipeg lies the northern port town of Churchill,...
Spa Days and Cozy Nights at Inn at the Forks
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
Right in the middle of Winnipeg’s most iconic gathering place, Inn at the Forks is made for slowing down together. From the moment you check in, the pace of the city seems to fade and you are left with time to reconnect. It is the kind of spot where you...
8 Incredible Stays to Help You Live Your Best Fall Life in Manitoba
The air is crisp, the leaves are crunchy and you're all bundled up in a cozy sweater. You know what time it is. It's fall. Live your best autumnal life by booking a stay at one of these incredible Manitoba stays that get you closer to the beauty of the...
10 Things to Do This Fall in The Pas
As fall arrives in The Pas, the changing leaves, cooler temperatures and crisp air create the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures and community events. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in nature, capture the beauty of the season or explore...
En Route! Three Francophone Adventures to Explore on a Fall Day Trip Through Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
It’s that magical moment between summer and winter – when the trees are golden, the skies are clear and your biggest decision is whether to wear a scarf. It’s sweater season, it’s pumpkin spice season...it’s fall, and that means it’s prime time for a cozy...
5 Manitoba Corn Mazes to Get Lost in This Fall
Not all those who wander are lost - except if you're in a corn maze, of course. When it comes to quintessential fall experiences, finding your way through a corn maze is right up there with sipping pumpkin spice lattes and feeling colourful leaves crunch...
4 Reasons Why the Canadian Museum for Human Rights Belongs on Your Must-Visit List
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights stands tall in the heart of Winnipeg. It's one of those places that sticks with you even after you've left. Follow along with my journey as I spent a day walking through the museum!
Fall in Love With the Season and These Manitoba Farm Experiences
Fall + harvest = the perfect time to head to the farm. Manitoba's agrarian roots are something special.
Why You Should Make Thermea Spa Village Your 5-9 After Your 9-5
Forget living for the weekend…an evening spent melting away your worries can happen any day of the week. If you’re on the hunt for a unique mid-week activity that combines spending time in nature with wellness and relaxation, head to Thermea Spa Village...
A Rainy Day Wellness Escape to Klar So Nordic Spa at Elkhorn Resort
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Rain streamed down the window as I sipped a steaming cup of coffee in my Elkhorn Resort room. Outside, the sky was thick with clouds and the scent of wet pine drifted in with the breeze. Back home, a rainy day might mean cancelled plans, but here, it set...
Crossing Manitoba: Where to Stop On Your RV Trip Across Canada, Highway #16
Estimated Read Time: 11 minutes
Looking for a RV road trip that blends quirky roadside stops, prairie beauty and small-town charm? Travel along highway 16 — also known as the Yellowhead — linking up from either highway 1 from the Ontario border or from the Saskatchewan border.
The Ultimate Guide to Summer at The Forks
Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes
Make every visit a new adventure at The Forks. Here's the ultimate guide on how to spend all summer long at this historic site in Winnipeg!
WOW Your Tastebuds in Winnipeg: 3 Awesome Restaurants To Try on Your Next Visit
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Winnipeg is home to plenty of world-class restaurants to fill your stomach. Follow along with me as I take you along a full day of eating around Winnipeg! We kicked things off with breakfast in the park and it set the bar high for everything that followed...
8 Summer Adventures In Manitoba that Kids Will Love
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Whether you're chasing thrills, tasting your way through festivals or soaking up the sunshine, Manitoba is the place for unforgettable family experiences this summer. From frog-jumping contests to strawberry-filled fields, here’s your guide to fun for all...
Crossing Manitoba: Where to Stop On Your RV Trip Across Canada, Highway #1
Estimated Read Time: 15 minutes
Manitoba may be known as the heart of Canada, but along the Trans-Canada Highway, it also proves to be its soul—filled with big skies, hidden gems and unexpected adventures.
10 Fairs and Midways You Can't Miss This Summer in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes
Manitoba comes alive in the summer with a vibrant array of fairs that bring the energy with heart-pumping rides, jaw-dropping displays of talent and plenty of music to dance the night away. For the rollercoaster enthusiasts who think the more loops the...
46 Amazing Bakeries to Try This Summer That Are Not in Winnipeg
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
When it comes to road trips, it's all about the treats you eat along the way. If you find yourself exploring Manitoba this summer, be sure to mark these 47 amazing bakeries on your map.
9 Awesome Roadside Attractions in Western Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Where else in the world can you see a windmill, a larger than life soda beverage and a giant grey owl all in one day? No place but Manitoba, of course.
6 Fun and Wacky Roadside Attractions to Visit This Summer in Manitoba's Interlake
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Pack a picnic, round up the kids and take a leisurely drive up highway 7 and across to highway 17. Along the way, you will find a fine collection of the Interlake's roadside gems: from a giant curling rock to mushroom monuments.
From Elm Creek to Glenboro: 6 of Manitoba's Coolest Roadside Attractions
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Looking for something fun and easy to do with the family this summer? Get to know an intriguing stretch of rural Manitoba on this journey to six of the province's coolest roadside attractions.
