WHEREAS: a healthy, professional news media is essential for the proper functioning of civil society and democracy at the local, regional, federal and international levels; and WHEREAS: The United Nations has proclaimed “World Press Freedom Day” as an annual observance each May 3rd; and WHEREAS: according to the Local
Having a say in the decisions being made in Selkirk just got a whole lot easier. With CitizenVoice you can weigh in on important issues as they arise. The city has partnered with QuestionPro to relaunch CitizenVoice, the popular online survey tool where citizens provide input into programming, services and
In 2024 the city is on a roll with infrastructure projects that range from major street renewal and reconstruction to combine sewer separation. An Infrastructure Open House will be held May 2nd at Memorial Hall so the public can learn more about the millions being invested into our community this
During a recent visit, the City of Selkirk welcomed the Provincial Minister of Environment and Climate Change and a group of MLAs to the wastewater treatment plant, where the environmental achievements were eagerly showcased and highlighted. The group – Minister Tracy Schmidt, and MLAs Mike Moyes (Riel), Robert Loiselle (St.
The following important information is from the Canadian Space Agency and the Government of Manitoba: On April 8, 2024, a spectacular and rare celestial event is set to unfold over Canada, the United States and Mexico – a total solar eclipse. As the Moon aligns perfectly between Earth and the Sun, temporary darkness will sweep across parts of
The city’s wastewater treatment plant was honoured last month by the Red River Basin Commission (RRBC) with the presentation of its North Chapter Award, in recognition of Selkirk’s contribution and commitment to water management and water protection through projects and initiatives. Charles Posthumus, Chair of the RRBC North Chapter, first
