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	Topics Steinbach, Manitoba Topic Home Steinbach is a cityCity A city is an urban area that is differentiated from a town, village, or hamlet by size, population density, importance, or ... of over 11,000 people in the province of ManitobaManitoba Summary Manitoba is one of Canada's provinces.... , CanadaCanada Canada is the world's second-largest country by total area, occupying most of northern North America.... , a short distance from the capital WinnipegWinnipeg Winnipeg is a major Canadian city, and the capital of the province of Manitoba.... . It is the fastest-growing city in Manitoba, with a population growth of 19.9% between the 2001Canada 2001 Census The Canada 2001 Census was a detailed enumeration of the Canadian population.... and the 2006Canada 2006 Census The Canada 2006 Census was a detailed enumeration of the Canadian population.... censusCensus A census is the process of obtaining information about every member of a population .... periods, which places it as the fifth largest community in Manitoba. History Steinbach (meaning "Stony Brook" in GermanGerman language German is a West Germanic language.... ) was founded in 1874 by German-speaking MennoniteMennonite The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition o... settlers from RussiaRussia Overview Russia , also the Russian Federation , is a country that stretches over a vast expanse of Eurasia.... . The Mennonite Heritage VillageMennonite Heritage Village Mennonite Heritage Village is a museum in Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada.... museum, located in the city, provides a glimpse at the life of these settlers through a reconstructed village and interpretive displays. Its Dutch windmillWindmill A windmill is an engine powered by the wind to produce energy, often contained in a large building as in traditional post mi... , which was rebuilt (with help from Dutch millwrights) after the 1972 replica was destroyed by arson in 2001, is a recognized symbol of the city. Steinbach is known as "The Automobile City"; in 1914 the first Ford automobile dealer in Western Canada was established here. In 2003 Steinbach residents narrowly voted in a local referendumReferendum A referendum or plebiscite is a direct vote in which an entire electorate is asked to either accept or reject a part... to end liquor prohibitionProhibition Overview Prohibition is any of several periods during which the manufacture, transportation, import, export, and sale of alcoholic be... . Steinbach made the news again in 2004 when it was satirized under an alternate name in Miriam ToewsMiriam Toews Miriam Toews, is a Canadian novelist and humorist of Mennonite descent.... ' best-selling novel A Complicated KindnessA Complicated Kindness *A Complicated Kindness* is a novel by Canadian author Miriam Toews.... . Economy As the economic centre of Southeastern Manitoba, service/retail industries employ the majority of the working population. Large manufacturing plants, especially those operated by BiovailBiovail Biovail is Canada's largest pharmaceutical company, operating internationally in all aspects of pharmaceutical products.... and Loewen WindowsLoewen Windows Loewen Windows is a large window and door manufacturer based in Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada.... (which is also based in Steinbach) also create a significant number of jobs. Agriculture, the traditional industry in the region, continues to dominate the economy as well. Transportation Access Steinbach is located 50 kilometres from WinnipegWinnipeg Winnipeg is a major Canadian city, and the capital of the province of Manitoba.... . Half this distance is covered by the Trans-Canada HighwayTrans-Canada Highway The Trans-Canada Highway is a federal-provincial highway system that joins all ten provinces of Canada.... East, the other half by Highway #12 South, both are four-lane divided Highways. Highway 12 South is single lane and connects Steinbach with the United StatesFacts About United States The United States of America, also known as the United States, the U.S., the U.S.A., and America, is... border at Sprague, Manitoba. Steinbach is also served by Grey Goose Bus LinesGrey Goose Bus Lines Grey Goose Bus Lines is a subsidiary of Greyhound Canada operating in the Canadian province of Manitoba.... . Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is less than a one hour drive from Steinbach. Airports The City Of Steinbach owns and maintains a federallyFacts About Government of Canada The Government of Canada is the name of the federal government of Canada.... licensed airport. The main runway is 914 m in length by 23 m in width (3000 ft x 75 ft) and has an asphalt surface. The runway is serviced with lighting and a beacon for night-time use. Fuel and servicing are available on site and are provided through the Steinbach Flying Club. The airport also features aircraft tie-downs, a heated lounge building and restroom facilities. Additionally, Harv's Air Service operates a private airfield to the south of the city Airport]]). The main runway is 945 m in length by 30 m in width (3100 ft x 100 ft) and has an asphalt and turf surface. An additional runway measuring 559 m in length by 30 m in width (1835 ft x 100 ft) intersects the main runway to the north. Education Steinbach is part of the Hanover School Division. Three elementary schools provide education from kindergartenKindergarten Kindergarten is used in many parts of the world for the first stages of a child's classroom education.... through Grade 6. Grades 7 through 9 are currently provided by Steinbach Christian High School and Steinbach Junior High School. Hanover School District plans to construct an additional middle schoolMiddle school Summary Middle school covers a period of education that straddles primary education and secondary education, serving as a bridge bet... by 2010 and run both schools from grade 5 through 9. Steinbach Regional Secondary School provides grades 10 through 12 for Steinbach and the surrounding region. In addition, Steinbach has a private high and junior high school, Steinbach Christian High School. Steinbach has a campus of Red River CollegeRed River College Red River College is located in Manitoba and offers diploma, certificate, and apprenticeship programs in the applied arts, a... and a Christian college, Steinbach Bible CollegeSteinbach Bible College Overview Steinbach Bible College is a small anabaptist college located in Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada.... . Media Steinbach oldest media outlet is the Carillon NewsCarillon News The Carillon News is a weekly newspaper based in Steinbach, Manitoba.... , an award-winning weekly newspaper that covers the news of Southeastern Manitoba. Steinbach is also home to two radio stations run by Golden West BroadcastingGolden West Broadcasting Golden West Broadcasting is a Canadian radio broadcasting company based in Altona, Manitoba, Canada.... . AM 1250 is an easy listening station, while Mix 96.7 FM plays current and classic hits. Sports Steinbach is home to the ice hockey team that plays in the . It is also home to the of the Manitoba Minor Football Association Soccer is becoming increasingly popular in the area, and currently has more kids in the soccer program than any other sport. "The Links at Quarry Oaks" is a 4 star golf course just a few miles northeast of Steinbach. One of the top 30 public courses in Canada. "Steinbach Fly-in Golf Course" is a picturesque 18 hole course, adjacent to the local airport. Notable residents Scott BairstowScott Bairstow Summary Scott Hamilton Bairstow, born April 23, 1970 in Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada, is an actor.... , actorActor Overview An actor is a person who acts, or plays a role, in a dramatic production.... Jake EppJake Epp The Honourable Arthur Jacob "Jake" Epp, PC is an executive and former Canadian politician.... , politician Patrick FriesenPatrick Friesen Patrick Frank Friesen is a Canadian poet.... , poetPoet A poet is someone who writes poetry.... Kelvin GoertzenKelvin Goertzen Kelvin Goertzen is a politician in Manitoba, Canada.... , MLA Allison HossackAllison Hossack *Allison Hossack* is an actress.... , actress The PetsThe Pets Indie-rock band from Steinbach, Manitoba.... , rock band Miriam ToewsMiriam Toews Miriam Toews, is a Canadian novelist and humorist of Mennonite descent.... , novelist Vic ToewsVic Toews Victor "Vic" Toews, PC, MP [tævs] is a Canadian politician.... , Federal Treasury Board PresidentPresident of the Treasury Board (Canada) Summary The position of President of the Treasury Board was created as a ministerial position in the Canadian Cabinet in 1966 when t... The UndecidedThe Undecided The Undecided are a Christian pop punk band from Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada.... , pop-punk band Erich VogtErich Vogt Overview Erich Wolfgang Vogt is a Canadian physicist.... , physicistPhysicist A physicist is a scientist who studies or practices physics.... The Waking EyesFacts About The Waking Eyes The Waking Eyes is a rock band from Winnipeg, Manitoba and Steinbach, Manitoba.... , alternative rockRock music Rock is a form of popular music from the late 20th century which typically features a vocal melody that is supported by acc... bandMusical ensemble A musical ensemble is a group of two or more musicians who gather to perform music.... Ian WhiteIan White (Ice hockey player) Ian White is a professional Canadian ice-hockey player.... , Professional hockey player for the Toronto Maple Leafs External links