Manitoba's Physical and Human Environments

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) The main physical features of Manitoba are examined first. The second part of the course deals with rural settlement, beginning with the Red River Settlement and proceeding to the main homesteading period from 1870 to 1930. In the third part of the course, emphasis is given to economic development in Northern Manitoba, flood control works in the Red River Valley, and aspects of Winnipeg's growth, relative decline, and ethnic mix. Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and GEOG-2500. Requisite Courses: A minimum of 3 credits of 1000-level Geography courses or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].