Selkirk exits Capital Planning Region
The City of Selkirk has formally been removed from the Winnipeg-area Capital Planning Region, giving the city direct control of its planning and infrastructure decisions. → Source: City of Selkirk

Free After-School Program Running for Selkirk Residents

The City of Selkirk is running a free after-school program for Selkirk residents in Grades 1–6, operating weekdays from 3:30–5:30 pm at various school locations. This supervised program offers safe after-school care, a healthy snack, and physical activities, with Session 1 running until December 19, 2025.

→ Source: City of Selkirk

Selkirk Proclaims Municipal Government Awareness Week

Mayor Larry Johannson has proclaimed the week of November 23–29, 2025, as "Municipal Government Awareness Week" to commend the importance of community participation and understanding of local government operations.

→ Source: City of Selkirk Proclamation

Gaynor Library Matching Campaign Underway

The Gaynor Family Regional Library’s expansion campaign is running a crucial matching drive until December 1st. All donations up to $300,000 will be matched by the Gaynor family, doubling the impact of every gift toward this major community staple. → Source: City of Selkirk

RM of St. Andrews By-Law and Animal Control

St. Andrews Welcomes New Enforcement Teams The RM of St. Andrews officially introduced two new service providers this week: The Commissionaires are now managing municipal by-law enforcement, and Rural Animal Management Services (RAMS) is taking over animal control. Residents must report all issues through the municipal Service Tracker System on the RM website. → Source: RM of St. Andrews

Zoning By-law Update Process Underway in St. Andrews

The RM of St. Andrews has announced the next phase in updating its Zoning By-law, a critical document that guides land use and development. This process involves continued consultation to address current municipal needs and future growth. → Source: Red River Planning District / RM of St. Andrews

St. Andrews Launches New Volunteer Platform (Signup.com)

The RM of St. Andrews is launching SignUp.com to streamline volunteer coordination across the municipality. This new software makes it easier for community organizations to post opportunities and for residents to sign up using just an email. → Source: RM of St. Andrews

St. Clements Collecting for Two Christmas Hamper Drives

The RM of St. Clements is collecting non-perishable food items and new, unwrapped toys to support the Abundant Life Church and Big Hearts Christmas Hamper programs. Donations can be dropped off at the RM Office until Thursday, December 4. → Source: RM of St. Clements

Holiday Yards Contest Open to Red River North Residents

The "Holiday Yards of the Season" contest invites residents of Selkirk, St. Andrews, and St. Clements to submit photos of their decorated home for a chance to win prizes. To register, submit a photo and address to the provided email by the deadline of December 17, 2025. → Source: RM of St. Clements

$22M Grant Supports RSR Wastewater Facility

The Red-Seine-Rat (RSR) Wastewater Co-operative, which serves six municipalities in the southeast, received a crucial $22 million grant from the federal and provincial governments through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund. This pivotal investment helps keep the planned regional wastewater treatment facility project on track for construction in 2026, despite the total estimated cost having grown to $235 million. → Source: Steinbach Online

Ritchot Approves Large Adult-Living Development in IDC

Ritchot Council approved a new, multi-phase, adult-living housing complex proposed for Île-des-Chênes (IDC) that will include 316 rental units (apartments and row houses). The 20-acre development will include a recreation centre and specialized amenities for residents, with the first phase of construction expected to begin in the next two years. → Source: Niverville Citizen

Major Steinbach Intersection Reopens After 17 Months

After over 17 months of construction, the major intersection of Loewen Boulevard and Brandt Street in Steinbach has fully reopened to traffic as of Monday, November 24, 2025. The lengthy project involved renewal of underground infrastructure and construction of a redesigned intersection, which was delayed slightly due to fall weather. → Source: Steinbach Online

Niverville Council Denies Second Cannabis Store Variance

Niverville Town Council voted to deny a request to reduce the required 1,000-foot setback between a proposed cannabis and vape store and nearby youth facilities. Council denied the variance because the requested 62.3% reduction, down to 377 feet from a Youth for Christ building, was deemed excessive and significantly beyond past precedent. → Source: Steinbach Online

October Council Highlights: New Business Approvals

The Town of Niverville approved multiple conditional use applications during its October council meeting, including a summer market to run every Friday from May to September at the Centennial Arena. Approvals were also granted for a towing business, a semi-truck repair business, and a production-related space in the Niverville Business Park. → Source: Town of Niverville

Niverville Council Says Yes to New Cafe and Cabinet Shop

Niverville Council approved two new businesses: an expansion for the Forgotten Flavours bakery and café at 69 Main Street, and Canadian Prime Solutions Inc., a new cabinet manufacturing and showroom operation in the business park. They also approved Plan B Metalworks, a robotic metal fabrication company, to operate in the business park to address manufacturing labour shortages.

→ Source: Niverville Citizen

Sio Silica Holds Open House for Renewed Mining Application

Sio Silica held a public open house this week as part of its second effort to obtain an environmental licence for sand extraction in the RM of Springfield. After the previous application was rejected due to water quality concerns, the company has scaled back its proposal by planning to drill fewer wells and extract less sand. The revised proposal continues to face opposition regarding potential impact on the sandstone aquifer. → Source: CBC News

Ste. Anne Area Christmas Hamper Registration Deadline Approaches

Residents of the RM of Ste. Anne and the Town of Ste. Anne wishing to receive a 2025 Christmas Hamper must submit their registration form in writing by the deadline of November 28, 2025. Registration forms for the local support program are available on the Accueil Kateri Centre website. → Source: RM of Ste. Anne

RM of Brokenhead Climate Adaptation Kickoff Postponed

The RM of Brokenhead's Climate Adaptation Plan kickoff event, scheduled for late November, has been POSTPONED to a future day and time to be determined. The event was intended to feature an interactive conversation with residents on climate projects, local impacts, and climate action within the municipality.

→ Source: RM of Brokenhead

Sunrise School Division Holds Public Budget Consultation

The Sunrise School Division is inviting stakeholders to a Public Budget Consultation meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Sunrise Education Centre in Beausejour. The purpose is to inform the public about current budget discussions and gather feedback on education and budget initiatives.

→ Source: RM of Brokenhead / Sunrise School Division

New 2026 Garbage Stickers Available at RM of Brokenhead Office

The RM of Brokenhead has announced that the new 2026 Garbage Stickers are now available for purchase and pickup at the RM Administration Office. Residents who require the stickers for waste collection services are advised to obtain them soon. → Source: RM of Brokenhead

Green Bay Bridge Closure Scheduled for Winter

The RM of Brokenhead has announced a long-term closure of the Green Bay Bridge (78N) starting on November 15, 2025, and lasting until March 31, 2026. This is a critical notice for residents who use this route, as they will need to plan alternate travel during the winter months. → Source: RM of Brokenhead

Lac du Bonnet Recycling System Changes to Co-mingled

The Municipality of Lac du Bonnet has implemented a co-mingled recycling system at Transfer Station #520, effective November 17, 2025. This change simplifies the process for residents by allowing all accepted recycling materials to be placed into one container. → Source: RM of Lac du Bonnet

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Town of Whitemouth

The Rural Municipality of Whitemouth has confirmed that the Boil Water Advisory previously in effect for the Town of Whitemouth has been rescinded. Residents are advised that their water is now safe for consumption without boiling.

→ Source: RM of Whitemouth

Whitemouth Reynolds Planning District Meeting Change

A schedule change has been announced for the Whitemouth Reynolds Planning District Meeting, which is essential for land-use and development planning across the region. The meeting will now be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. at the Whitemouth Municipal Office. → Source: RM of Reynolds

RM of Reynolds Launches Annual Christmas Toy Drive

The RM of Reynolds is currently running its annual Christmas Toy Drive to support local families in need during the holiday season. Residents are encouraged to donate new toys to the cause, with information available on the municipal website on how and where to contribute. → Source: RM of Reynolds

Regular Council Meetings Held First Wednesday of the Month

For community participation and transparency, the Town of Powerview-Pine Falls holds its Regular Meetings of Council on the first Wednesday of each month, starting at 4:00 pm. All meetings are open to the public, though delegations wishing to address Council must register in advance with the Chief Administrative Officer. → Source: Town of Powerview-Pine Falls