Thompson, Manitoba
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Thompson is a city in north-central Manitoba, Canada, the largest city and most populated municipality in Northern Manitoba.
Highland Tower, chosen for the Spirit Way wolf mural, is the most prominent building on Thompson's skyline
The soil on the Canadian Shield is relatively shallow but still supports large trees; rocky outcrops can be commonly found around Thompson, especially near lakes and rivers.
City of Thompson, looking West. The Burntwood River is visible at the edge of town.
View of Thompson's mining operations. The (now decommissioned) smelter and refinery is visible in the middle of the image.
Winnipeg–Churchill train
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The Winnipeg–Churchill train is a twice weekly passenger train operated by Via Rail Canada between Winnipeg and Churchill, Manitoba. It is the only dry-land connection between Churchill and the rest o
Thompson, Manitoba
…location in the heart of Canada's boreal forest, the city is served by an all-weather road and Manitoba Highway 6, Thompson station (served by the Winnipeg–Churchill train), and by the Thompson Airport. Thompson's natural and undisturbed surroundings make it popular with outdoor enthusiasts. The largest marina in Manitoba…
The Winnipeg–Churchill train at Churchill in 2024
A Winnipeg–Churchill train at Churchill in 1997