Manitoba is a province at the longitudinal center of Canada. It is one of the three prairie provinces (with Alberta and Saskatchewan) and Canada’s fifth-most populous province . Manitoba covers 649,950 square kilometers (250,900 sq mi) with a widely varied landscape. The province is bordered by the provinces of Ontario to the east and Saskatchewan to the west, the territories of Nunavut to the north, and Northwest Territories to the northwest, and the US states of North Dakota and Minnesota to the south. Aboriginal peoples have inhabited what is now Manitoba for thousands of years.
Manitoba is famously known as the “Polar Bear Capital of the World” due to the high concentration of polar bears in the Churchill region, particularly during the fall. It’s also renowned for its large agricultural sector, producing significant amounts of sunflower seeds, dry beans, and potatoes. Additionally, Manitoba is recognized for its rich cultural heritage, including the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
Winnipeg is the capital of Manitoba. Its heart is The Forks, a historic site at the intersection of the Red and Assiniboine rivers. The Exchange District is known for its well-preserved early 20th-century architecture and numerous art galleries.
The city is also celebrated for its vibrant arts and music scene and its role as a major transportation hub. Winnipeg is further recognized for its unique winter experiences and cultural festivals.