Fortune Bridge is a small

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on Lot 43, East Parish,

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. It is located west of the Town of Souris. Author

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built a summer home and founded an artist colony in Fortune Bridge. Local residents, including Lydia Dingwell (1852-1931) of nearby Dingwells Mills, would be the inspiration for his play '' Johnny Belinda''. The home was later owned by actress

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and is now The Inn at Bay Fortune and Fireworks restaurant, owned and operated by Chef Michael Smith and his partner Chastity Smith.

Postal information

Fortune Bridge had its own post office from 1889 to 1914. The

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for Fortune Bridge is C0A 2B0 and the following are rural route addresses for the community: Souris Rural Route 4.

Fortune Bridge Today

Fortune Bridge is known for tourism, farming, and fishing. Fortune Bridge is home to the Fortune River and "Front Beach". Many cottages are located in the area due to its scenic vistas. During the summer months, the Fortune River is a popular destination for boaters and paddlers of all skill levels, due to it being calm and sheltered. Fortune Bridge is also home to the Fortune Community Centre, serving the local area since 1928.

References

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