History of Manitoba, Canada

1812: The Red River Colony was founded by Lord Selkirk, who settled displaced Highland Scots in what is now Manitoba.

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1850 - Battle of Grand Couteau between Sioux Indians and buffalo hunters took place on Souris plains

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1870 - The Manitoba Act created Canada's 5th province (Manitoba)

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1870--Population of Manitoba : 12,228, exclusive of Indians.

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1873
MANITOBA, a province of the Dominion of Canada, bounded on the S. by the United States, and on the N.E. and W. by the North West Territories of the Dominion. It extends from 49° to 50° 30 N. lat., and from 90° to 99° W. lon., and comprises an area of 14,340 square miles, or 9,177.000 acres.

The name Manitoba, taken from a large lake, a part of which lies in the province, is a contraction, made by the old French Canadian voyageurs, of the Cree word Manito-waban. Manila signifies supernatural, divine spirit; and waban means a strait. As the waters of a strait in that lake are agitated in an unusual way, the Indians believed formerly there was therein something supernatural, a spirit that moved them, and so they called the lake Manitowaban. The agricultural capabilities of its soil cannot be exceeded for many things. The most part of the province is prairie land perfectly level and diversified by groups of elm, ash, oak, poplar, basswood, and ash-leaf maple, (negondo frosi ni folia.) ... Read MORE...

1875 - Icelandic emigrants settled in Manitoba (largest settlement of Icelanders outside of country)

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1877 - University of Manitoba founded

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1890 - Manitoba legislature passed law abolishing French as official language of the province
Manitoba Liberals under Thomas Greenway halt public finding of Catholic schools (Mar.).
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1895 - Manitoba
Manito/ ba, a province of Canada, is bounded on the S. by Minnesota and North Dakota, N. and E. by Keewatin, and W. by the North-West Territories of the Dominion. It extends from 49° to 50° 30' N. lat. and from 96° to 90° W. lon., and has an area of 73,956 square miles. A considerable part of the province is prairie-land, perfectly level, amid, versified by groups of elm, ash, oak, poplar, basswood, and ash-leaf maple. It is a rich black mould, resting partly on limestone and partly on hard clay. Wheat ripen" in 110 days, and gives an average return of 20 to 25 bushels" the acre. All kinds of garden vegetables, as well as barley, Indian corn, hops, flax, hemp, potatoes, and root-crops, are easily raised. The grassy savannas of the Red River afford pasturage. Every bondfide settler receives a homestead or a free grant of 160 acres of land. The province has railway communication southward with Minnesota, and is traversed by the Canada Pacific Railway. Steamers ply on Red River between... Read MORE...

1916 - Manitoba first province to give women right to vote

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Manitoba has something for everyone. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in this beautiful province:
1. Explore Winnipeg:

The Forks: This historic meeting place where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers converge offers shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don't miss the Canadian Museum for Human Rights here.

Assiniboine Park: Home to the Assiniboine Park Zoo, beautiful gardens, and the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, it's a great place for a leisurely stroll.

Manitoba Museum: Learn about the province's history, from the ice age to modern times.

Exchange District: Walk through this historic neighborhood with its well-preserved architecture, boutiques, and galleries.

Royal Canadian Mint: Take a tour to see how coins are made and even hold a gold bar.

Winnipeg Art Gallery: Explore a vast collection of Canadian and indigenous art.

2. Visit Indigenous Cultural Centers:

Canadian Museum for Human Rights: Learn about human rights issues and the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Manitoba Indigenous Cultural Education Centre: Discover the rich heritage and culture of... Read MORE...