Leaf Rapids plans celebration

Friends, both old and new, are being sought to help Leaf Rapids, Man., celebrate the town’s 25th anniversary.

Situated 3 km south of the Churchill River on the Canadian Shield and 976 km northwest of Winnipeg, Leaf Rapids will hold its celebrations from June 28 to July 1.

The town, a famous mining community, was established in 1970 when Sherritt Gordon Mines decided to open a copper mine at its Ruttan Lake property 25 km east of the townsite.

Development of the town was unusual in that design and construction was managed by a provincial Crown corporation, instead of the mining company. The townsite is also distinctive because its central complex contains stores, schools, offices, an arena, a curling rink and a hospital — all under one roof.

The Leaf Rapids Winter Carnival, held every March, features sled dog and snowmobile races.

For information of the anniversary celebrations, contact the organizing committee by phoning (204) 473-2436.

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