Wawa, Ontario
Wawa Ontario, on Lake Superior
Wawa, Ontario is a town in the north of Ontario, Canada. It is known for its large statue of a Canada goose. The city takes its name from the Ojibwe word for "wild goose" and is a major migratory point for these birds.
In 1897, gold was discovered on nearby Wawa Lake which lead to a rush to the area. Production had slowed by 1906. However, as mining technology improved, additional amounts have been extracted from the area. Iron ore extraction has also been an important industry in the area.
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