Port of Churchill
1 Axworthy Way, Churchill , MB R0B0E0
About
What lies at the fringes of the Arctic is an outpost town of ice and snow only accessible by train or plane. “Jewel of Manitoba” and “The Polar Bear Capital of the World”, are titles Churchill owns proudly. Formerly a military base but now a buzzing seaport due to the construction of the Hudson Bay... Pre-Dorset to Modern Inuit Archaeological evidence has dated back to 4,000 years ago the proof of human existence in Churchill and the area around it. Pre-Dorset, Dorset, or Inuit artefacts were found such as tent rings and kayak stands. The lifestyle of those in the Pre-Dorset Culture was semi-nomadic; in the summer, they hunted caribou... The two primary ways of transportation to Churchill is either by flying via air or by rail as there are no roads that lead to the town. Plane Calm Air is the only airline that travels to Churchill, which you can either contact for travel information or reservations (1-800-839-2256) or book online at www.calmair.com. The...
Facility Details
- Address
- 1 Axworthy Way
- Phone
- 204.675.8823
- Website
- www.portofchurchill.ca