Oxford House Manitoba Map

About Oxford House, Manitoba

Oxford House is a northern community in Manitoba, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Oxford House is located at 54.9483°N, 95.2656°W.

Oxford House sits in a land sculpted by ancient ice, where the boreal forest meets the vast Canadian Shield. It lies 66.9 km north-west of Gods Lake Narrows, MB (from Gods Lake Narrows, MB: bearing 311°T), and is situated 20.2 km north-east of Pakitahokansik. The geography of Oxford House is defined by a mosaic of Precambrian rock, shallow lakes, and meandering rivers that have long served as arteries of travel and sustenance, their waters reflecting the immense, often pale, northern sky. Historically, this area has been a place of profound connection for Indigenous peoples, who navigated its waterways and understood the rhythms of its seasons for millennia before European fur traders arrived, drawn by the promise of its rich natural resources. The economy of Oxford House, like many northern settlements, has historically been tied to the land, with trapping, fishing, and forestry forming the bedrock of its livelihood, though modern developments and government services now also play a significant role in its economic fabric. The air here, especially after a rain, carries the clean, resinous scent of spruce and pine, a constant reminder of the wildness that surrounds Oxford House. The cultural character of Oxford House is a blend of enduring Indigenous traditions and the resilience of those who have made their lives here, a spirit often reflected in the quiet strength of its residents. While Oxford House may not boast universities or major sports franchises, its notable landmarks are the natural ones: the sweeping vistas of the surrounding wilderness, the crystal clarity of its many lakes, and the enduring presence of the ancient boreal forest. Famous individuals are not the hallmark of Oxford House, but rather the collective memory of generations who have lived, worked, and thrived in this northern expanse, their stories woven into the very fabric of the place. The major events that mark the year in Oxford House are often tied to the natural cycles, from the deep quiet of winter to the vibrant burst of life in the short, intense summer, a rhythm that shapes the lives and outlook of everyone in Oxford House.

About This Oxford House Map Page

Explore Oxford House, Manitoba, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 54.948333, -95.265556. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Oxford House includes the postal code (R0B), telephone area code (204, 431). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Oxford House is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.