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
When life gives you a lightning strike, why not make a splash? In a daring and innovative move, the City of Selkirk is proud to announce its iconic Water Tower will be converted into the world’s largest bird bath, following irreparable damage caused by a lightning strike last summer. The
Please be advised that City of Selkirk Municipal Buildings will be closed for Good Friday, March 29, 2024, and Easter Monday, April 1, 2024. The Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, April 2, 2024. The Civic Office will reopen to
Funding from the Selkirk Heritage Endowment Fund (SHEF) now funds more than the Marine Museum, it’s allowed the city to have a dedicated staff person for its online museum, and that has generated a lot of traffic to the site. The question now is, will the virtual visitors take to
WHEREAS March 18th, 2024 has been proclaimed “Equal Pay Day” by the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women; and WHEREAS March 18th, 2024 marks the end of the 420 days that Canadian women must work to earn the same wage that their male counterparts earn in
