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Kapuskasing (/ ˌkæpəsˈkeɪsɪŋ / KAP-əss-KAY-sing) is a town on the Kapuskasing River in the Cochrane District of Northern Ontario, Canada, approximately 92 kilometres (57 mi) east of Hearst and 130 kilometres (81 mi) northwest of Timmins.
Kapuskasing, town, Cochrane district, east-central Ontario, Canada. It lies along the Kapuskasing River. Known as MacPherson until 1917, when it received its present Indian name, the town originated in 1914 as a station on the National Transcontinental line (now the Canadian National Railway) 80.
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Welcome to Kapuskasing, the largest community nestled directly on Highway 11 between Thunder Bay and Temiskaming Shores. With a vibrant population of over 8,100 residents, Kapuskasing serves as the central hub for a network of charming small communities, including Opasatika, Val Rita-Harty, Moonbeam, Fauquier-Strickland, and Smooth Rock Falls.
The Town of Kapuskasing is located on the Kapuskasing River, 493 km northwest of North Bay. The name derives from a CREE term meaning "branch" (the Kapuskasing R being a branch of the Mattagami) or "place where the river bends."
Welcome to Kapuskasing - the Model Town of the North! We are pleased to invite you into our charming community, whether you're just passing through or staying for a while. To get things started...
Kapuskasing lies in the heart of the Great Clay Belt. The topography of the region is very flat, dotted with numerous small lakes and muskeg bogs. Also in the heart of Canada's boreal forest, the region is drained by rivers running north to James Bay.
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Kapuskasing is a town located in the Cochrane District of Northern Ontario, Canada. It is known for its forestry industry and outdoor recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling.
