 The
town of Minnedosa
The picturesque town of Minnedosa with a
population of approximately 2,500 is located
210 kilometers northwest of Winnipeg, Manitoba’s
capital city, only 50 kilometers North of
Brandon and 50 kilometers South of the beautiful
Riding Mountain National Park.
Nestled in a valley created some 13,000 years
ago by the rushing waters of the last ice
age, Minnedosa was created in the 1870’s
when John Tanner developed a stopping place
along the Carlton Trail at a crossing of the
Little Saskatchewan River. It became known
as “Tanner’s Crossing” soon
attracting hundreds of settlers. In 1923 a
dam and power plant spillway were created
on the Little Saskatchewan River that winds
through Minnedosa creating the town’s
jewel, Lake Minnedosa. Minnedosa officially
became incorporated in 1883.
Lake Minnedosa is lined with cottages, year
round homes, a beautiful sandy beach and a
public campground. A Bison Park at the South
end of the lake is the home for a herd of
Plains Bison reminiscent of the millions that
once roamed the land. The lake is also home
to the largest “fish ladder” in
Manitoba and the Minnedosa Rowing Center,
a world-class rowing facility that hosts several
regional and national events. In the winter,
the lake is the spot for “Skate the
Lake!” Also be sure to check out “Ski
Valley”, the curling & hockey rinks
and the new 18 hole golf course!
Minnedosa has a diversified rural economy
with a strong agricultural base. It is the
regional service center for over 9,000 people
in towns surrounding Minnedosa. The Minnedosa
Chamber of Commerce is proud to have over
100 members representing virtually every economic
sector. Many of these businesses export their
products and services around the region and,
indeed, around the globe. With the production
of ethanol and biodiesel, as well as wind
energy developments, it is quickly becoming
the renewable energy capital of Manitoba!
Other businesses are leaders in the manufacturing,
export and service industries. Minnedosa is
a great place to do business!
Minnedosa is truly a full-service community.
It boasts a wide variety of retail shops and
services, comfortable accommodations and restaurants
to suit any taste. The Main Street is a showcase
for the business community, with many historical
buildings, parks, and sweeping valley views.
The Business Improvement Committee of the
Chamber of Commerce has worked closely with
the Town of Minnedosa and many local organizations
to undertake the beautification of Main Street,
with new parks and "street-scaping"
that highlights the local heritage.
The Town of Minnedosa and its neighboring
and partnering municipalities of Minto, Odanah
and Saskatchewan invite you to come discover
Manitoba’s Valley Paradise.
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