Rural Municipality of Wallace-Woodworth

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Virden Collegiate Institute Class of 2026! 🎓

On behalf of Council and Staff of the R.M. of Wallace-Woodworth, we extend our congratulations to the graduates celebrating this important milestone.

Graduation represents years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. We are proud to recognize the achievements of the many students from our region who are graduating as part of the VCI Class of 2026.

As you begin the next chapter of your journey, we wish you every success and happiness in the years ahead.

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to everyone celebrating a graduation this season. Whether you are graduating from high school, college, university, a trades program, or another educational pathway, this achievement reflects your hard work, dedication, and perseverance. We wish you every success as you begin your next chapter.

Congratulations and enjoy your graduation day!

06/21/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧

Due to overland flooding, the following roads are currently closed:

• Road 138 (Harrison Bridge), south of Road 55 heading toward Oak Lake
• Road 57N between Roads 146W and 149W (Langlois Hill)

Please obey all road closure signs and barricades. Water levels can change rapidly, and flooded roads and bridges may be unsafe for travel.

Public Works staff will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as they become available.

For your safety, please use alternate routes and avoid driving through flooded areas.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience.

06/20/2026

Lots to enjoy in Kenton on Canada Day! We will be celebrating and acknowledging all the efforts that went into the new kitchen in the Hall, as well as cutting the ribbon on the new playground!

After supper head on outside to enjoy the music of Along for the Ride! It is sure to be a great evening🎤🎼🇨🇦❤️

06/20/2026

⚾ Senior Baseball in Elkhorn!

Looking for something to do Sunday afternoon? Head down to Tuthill Field as the Elkhorn Expos take on the Moosomin Blue Jays.

📅 June 21, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM
📍 Tuthill Field, Elkhorn

Come out and support local baseball and enjoy a great afternoon at the ballpark. A canteen will also be available, hosted by the Elkhorn Travel Club.

Good luck to the Expos! ⚾

06/20/2026

Are you considering running for Reeve, Council or Local Urban District Committee member in the upcoming municipal election?

This Guidebook is designed to assist anyone who is interested in seeking election or re-election to municipal office. It provides an overview of the election process in Manitoba and outlines the steps you need to take to run as a candidate in a municipal election.https://www.gov.mb.ca/mr/mfas/pubs/election/2026_candidates_guidebook-en.pdf

For more information, contact Braden Pilling, SEO, at [email protected] or (204) 748-1239.

06/16/2026

06/12/2026

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Information

The Province of Manitoba provides Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) to help individuals, farmers, businesses, non-profit organizations, and municipalities recover from eligible disaster events where losses are considered uninsurable.

If you have been impacted by recent severe weather, flooding, or other declared disaster events, we encourage you to review the information below to determine whether you may be eligible for assistance:

🏠 Individuals:
https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/funding/dfa/individual-claimants.html

🏢 Small Businesses:
https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/funding/dfa/small-businesses.html

🚜 Farm Operations:
https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/funding/dfa/farms.html

📋 General DFA Program Information:
https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/funding/dfa/programs.html

Please note that Disaster Financial Assistance is intended to assist with certain uninsurable losses resulting from eligible disaster events. Eligibility requirements and coverage limitations apply.

Residents are encouraged to document any damages, retain receipts related to cleanup and recovery efforts, and monitor provincial announcements regarding eligible disaster events and application deadlines.

Homeowners, farmers, businesses, municipalities and non-profit organizations affected by recent heavy rains may apply for assistance under the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4avbCoJ.

06/12/2026

🏆 Award-Winning Partnership! 🏆

Congratulations to Prairie Gateway Tourism on receiving the Partnership Award at the 2026 Tribute to Tourism Awards Gala - Tourism Westman

This recognition highlights the strong collaboration between the R.M. of Wallace-Woodworth and the Town of Virden along with local businesses, organizations, and volunteers who work together to promote our region and showcase all that Southwest Manitoba has to offer.

Through initiatives such as Burger Week, tourism marketing, community events, and regional partnerships, Prairie Gateway Tourism continues to strengthen tourism, support local businesses, and encourage visitors to explore our communities.

👏 Congratulations to the Board, Councils, staff, and everyone involved in this well-deserved achievement!

06/10/2026

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