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About Thompson, MB

Thompson is a northern Manitoba mining town on the Burntwood River, built up around Vale's nickel operations and known as the Hub of the North. Most folks drive in via Highway 6 from Winnipeg, a solid 760 km trek through shield and forest country, while Highway 391 branches west toward Lynn Lake and Leaf Rapids. Thompson Airport sits just 10 km from downtown, and the Hudson Bay Railway runs north to Churchill, since no highway connects that far. Fun fact: Thompson bills itself the Wolf Capital of the World, with wolf sculptures scattered around town.

Where is Thompson, MB on the map?

Thompson, MB is in Canada, at 55.743, -97.855.

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The closest airport to Thompson, MB is Thompson Airport, 10 km (about 12 min by car).

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