Manitoba Government Celebrates Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival

February 12, 2025

THE PAS—The Manitoba government is welcoming Manitobans to the 78th annual Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival, Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism Minister Nellie Kennedy announced here today.

“The Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival is truly special and gives visitors and residents alike the chance to experience events unique to northern Manitoba,” said Kennedy. “Our government is proud to be here in support of this year’s festival and join in this wonderful celebration of the rich culture and traditions in the north.”

Held annually in February, the event is one of the oldest winter festivals in Manitoba. This year’s festival theme is Keeping Traditions Alive in 2025. Events include dog races with participants from around the world, King and Queen Trapper competition, snow and ice sculpting and decorating, logger events, an ice worm and weasel hunt along with many other family-friendly activities.

The Manitoba government has earmarked a grant of $25,000 to support this year’s celebration, the minister noted.

The Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival runs from Feb. 12 to 16.

For more information on the festival, visit www.trappersfestival.ca/.

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For more information:

• Public information, contact Manitoba Government Inquiry: mgi@gov.mb.ca or 1-866-626-4862 or 204-945-3744.
• Media requests for general information, contact Communications and Engagement: newsroom@gov.mb.ca.
• Media requests for ministerial comment, contact Cabinet Communications: cabcom@manitoba.ca.

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