About The City of Thompson
The City of Thompson, "Hub of the North" is the regional trade and service centre of Northern Manitoba. The city is located 739 kilometres north of the provincial capital of Winnipeg. Thompson is a modern, progressive, northern community offering infrastructure, employment opportunities, business opportunities, a peaceful and welcoming location for newcomers.
Thompson’s population is 12,878 residents. An additional 30,000 plus people live near Thompson. As such, it has all of the services and amenities expected in a larger urban centre. Thompson is located in the beautiful Canadian forest, amongst numerous clean lakes and rivers. This type of location offers residents a unique wilderness experience.
Thompson is a culturally diverse community of opportunity, safety and presenting a better life. The hard work of previous immigrants helped contribute to the greatness of Thompson and Canada. Continuing to this day, immigrants alongside with Canadian born persons help move Thompson forward. Newcomer Settlement Services emphasizes democracy, equality and mutual respect. These building blocks help ensure Canada remains a place of opportunity, safety and offers a great quality of life for everyone.
For more information about The City of Thompson, go to www.thompson.ca
