Manitoba's Physical and Human Environments
Geography · 3 hrs Lecture
GEOG-2503 prerequisites
We couldn't read this course's prerequisites into a chain. The wording is under “Requisite courses” below.
Where GEOG-2503 counts
Counts toward 3 more as one option among several, not as a course you must take:
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Description
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.
Requisite courses
A minimum of 3 credits of 1000-level Geography courses or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Students may not hold credit for this course and GEOG-2500.
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.