Souris, Manitoba
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Souris is a town in the southwestern portion of the Canadian province of Manitoba, population 1,683. It is located on the Souris River, from which it takes its name. The town is home to Canada's longest cable-stayed footbridge, known as the Swinging Bridge, which spans the Souris river that divides the town.
The Swinging Bridge was built in Souris' early history as a means of transportation over the Souris River. Squire Sowden, a prominent early resident, needed a easy way to take his herd over the river to pasture.
Geography
- Area: -
- density: -
- Location: Southwest Manitoba
- *Latitude: 49° 37' N
- *Longitude: 100° 15' W
- Area code: +1-204
- Name of inhabitants --
- Postal code: R0K 2C0
Sports
Souris is home to the [Southwest Cougars] ice hockey team who play in the [Manitoba AAA Midget Hockey League.]External links
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| Manitoba |
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| Regions | Winnipeg Capital Region - Central Plains - Eastman - Interlake - Northern - Parkland - Pembina Valley - Westman |
| Cities | Brandon - Dauphin - Flin Flon - Portage la Prairie - Selkirk - Steinbach - Thompson - Winkler - Winnipeg |
| List of communities in Manitoba - List of rural municipalities in Manitoba |
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