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| Place | Pinawa |
| Type | Community |
| Province / Territory | Manitoba (MB) |
| Location | 3-14-12-E |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 50.148889 |
| Longitude | -95.880556 |
| Importance | Large city |
| CGN ID | GAVQB |
Pinawa is a community in 3-14-12-E, Manitoba, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Pinawa is located at 50.1489°N, 95.8806°W.
Pinawa, nestled within the embrace of Manitoba's Whiteshell Provincial Park, unfurls its story across a landscape shaped by boreal forests and the sinuous flow of the Winnipeg River. It lies 46.3 km east-north-east of Beausejour, MB (from Beausejour, MB: bearing 78°T), and is situated 12.5 km west-south-west of Barrier Bay. Its history is intimately tied to the development of nuclear energy, a chapter that began with the establishment of the Pinawa Nuclear Research Establishment, a testament to Canada's scientific ambitions. This unique origin has imbued Pinawa with a distinct character, a blend of practical engineering and a profound connection to the natural world that surrounds it. The economy, once anchored by the research facility, now finds its rhythm in diverse ventures, including tourism drawn to the pristine wilderness and the lingering echoes of its scientific past, all under skies that often shimmer with an almost ethereal light. The cultural heart of Pinawa beats with a quiet strength, a reflection of its close-knit community and the enduring allure of its natural setting. While universities and large sporting franchises may be distant echoes, the spirit of Pinawa finds expression in local traditions and the shared appreciation for the wilderness that defines its borders. The Whiteshell Provincial Park itself serves as a grand landmark, its ancient rock formations and shimmering lakes offering a constant invitation to explore. Though no globally recognized celebrities claim Pinawa as their sole origin, its residents are bound by a shared experience of life lived amidst the whispering pines and the gentle murmur of the river, a rhythm that resonates with a profound sense of place.
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Location data for Pinawa 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.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |