Holland, Manitoba is a quaint, unincorporated community recognized as a local urban district nestled in the heart of the Rural Municipality of Victoria, Manitoba. This charming community is conveniently located at the junction of Highway 2 and Highway 34, and was formerly along the Canadian Pacific Railway tracks. Holland lies south of the Assiniboine River, boasting an elevation of 380 metres (1,250 ft). Just a short drive north-west of the community, visitors can explore the beautiful Spruce Woods Provincial Park.
Holland, Manitoba is not just a community, it's a home. The town is equipped with an elementary school, a public library, and a fire department. For your everyday needs, Holland offers a supermarket, a convenience store, a hardware store, a post office, and a medical clinic. During the winter months, residents and visitors alike can enjoy a skating arena and curling rink. Across Highway 2, a farm machinery dealership stands opposite the town.
The residents of Holland, affectionately known as "Hollanders", contribute to the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the community. Holland serves as the administrative centre of the surrounding municipality of Victoria and is home to the LaSalle Redboine Conservation District and the Tiger Hills Arts Association.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Holland, Manitoba had a population of 354 living in 168 of its 190 total private dwellings. This figure represents a change of 0% from its 2016 population of 354. With a land area of 2.7 km2 (1.0 sq mi), Holland had a population density of 131.1/km2 (339.6/sq mi) in 2021.
A stone's throw away from Holland, Manitoba, the Trappist monastery, Our Lady of the Prairies, once produced the famous fromage de la trappe. This historical tidbit adds a unique flavor to the rich history of Holland, Manitoba.
