Lower Winnipeg River Basin Discussion Sheet Series Sheet #10 | Industries and Economic Activity
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The lower Winnipeg River basin supports several active industries, primarily mining and hydroelectric development.
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The diversity of rivers and lakes and the location of the Whiteshell Provincial Park make the lower Winnipeg River basin a popular destination for summer cottagers and outdoor recreation.
The lower Winnipeg River basin (LWRB) is located in the northwest section of the entire Winnipeg River basin (WRB), which spans parts of western Ontario and small parts of Manitoba and northern Minnesota, United States. The Discussion Sheet Series highlights research on ecological and socio-economic aspects of the basin to encourage discussion with experts, government departments, Indigenous groups, and stakeholders. The Discussion Sheet Series is based on available data collected in 2018 and 2019. Sheet 10 of 11 summarizes industries and economic activities in the LWRB.
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