Port of Churchill

The Port of Churchill is a deep-sea facility on Hudson Bay with four ocean berths connected to rail lines. The terminal handles grain and various cargo types through specialized loading systems.

The facility was built between 1925 and 1931 and became Canada's first Arctic shipping gateway for western grain exports. It created an alternative route allowing goods to reach the ocean without passing through southern waterways.

First Nations and local communities gained full ownership of the port through the Arctic Gateway Group, strengthening regional economic development in northern Manitoba.

The facility operates only during warmer months when ice clears from the bay, limiting the shipping season significantly. Access to the port area is restricted, and the remote location requires careful planning for any visit.

The port allows grain and cargo to ship directly to markets without going through the Great Lakes and St Lawrence Seaway route. This shortcut saves weeks of travel time and reduces expenses for western Canadian shippers.

Location: Manitoba

GPS coordinates: 58.77450,-94.19350

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05