North Point Douglas

North Point Douglas is a historic neighborhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, located at the northern end of a Red River peninsula. Bounded by Main Street (west), Redwood Avenue (north), the Red River (east), and the Canadian Pacific Railway tracks (south), it forms part of the larger "Point Douglas" area with its southern counterpart, South Point Douglas, which is considered part of Downtown Winnipeg.

Historically significant, North Point Douglas was a traditional gathering place for Aboriginal tribes before European contact. It became home to the Selkirk Settlers in 1812, who established wheat crops, marking the first agrarian colony west of the Great Lakes. By the mid-19th century, commercial activities emerged, and after Winnipeg's incorporation in 1873, it grew into a neighborhood with notable residents, including merchant James Ashdown and Manitoba Premier John Norquay. The arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1881 further boosted industrial growth, transforming the area into a densely populated working-class neighborhood by 1914.

Today, North Point Douglas remains primarily residential but also hosts commercial and light industrial activities. It faces challenges such as high crime rates, economic decline, and limited investment. Despite these issues, community efforts have begun to stabilize the area. The neighborhood is known for its historical sites, including Ross House Museum, a Red River frame building constructed in 1852.

Demographically, North Point Douglas has a population around 2,200 with an average household income significantly lower than Winnipeg's city-wide average. Crime statistics from 2012 highlight very high rates compared to national averages.