Leaf Rapids is a small town located in the province of Manitoba, Canada. It is situated in the northern region of the province, near the Saskatchewan border. Leaf Rapids was originally built in the 1970s as a mining town, with the main industry being the extraction of copper and zinc. The town was designed as a self-contained community with schools, a hospital, and recreational facilities. However, the mine closed in 2002 and the population of Leaf Rapids has decreased significantly since then. Today, the town is home to primarily retired residents and some mining exploration activities. It also serves as a transportation hub for the surrounding area, with an airport and highway access.