After many months of hard work by many volunteers in our community, the first library opened its doors on September 27, 1993. This building was an old 10x8x45 ft supply building from the defunct Sea Cadet camp at Hnausa which was purchased by Jim Pearn and Russ Bowdery for $2000.00 and was moved 95 miles for a cost of about $700.00 to its new location beside Phoenix School.Russ Bowdery, founding director and his crew of volunteers then had their work cut out for them. Bowdery was about to see his dream come true with the help of Herb Britton providing hammer and paintbrush, Wes Wiebe installing electrical wiring, Al Gerbrandt building steps and ramp, Tom Byrnes with his bobcat to move gravel and Gary Glavin with many other volunteers moving ties and looking after the many finishing details. Ties were donated by Tom Scoular and the carpet by Pat Fossay and Don Fleming.
An active community of approximately 675 residents, Lynn Lake, Manitoba, Canada is located 1,071 kilometres northwest of Winnipeg, Manitoba at the end of highway 391. The town of Lynn Lake was founded in 1950, after one the world's largest nickel deposits was discovered in the area, and began as a thriving mining community. Sixty years later, it has evolved into a tourist destination for adventure seekers and outdoor lovers from all walks of life.
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The natural beauty of the forest has been preserved within the Town. The hub of Leaf Rapids is the 210,000 sq. ft. Town Centre Complex houses stores, restaurants, as well as the local school, library, and healthcare facilities.Visit the Churchill River Gardening Research Centre where local children work side by side with researchers to discover the best seeds for growing North of 56.Leaf Rapids is also an idyllic playground for outdoor activities.