Booth Fisheries
Booth Fisheries maintained a steady presence as a local employer in the Selkirk and surrounding areas. The fishery employed 200 locals in processing and established well-equipped posts along the Lake Winnipeg shoreline.
The Growth of Selkirk General Hospital in the Early 20th Century
After only 2 decades the Selkirk General Hospital was already at capacity. In 1929 the hospital underwent an expansion which nearly doubled its capacity of 30 beds to 55. The expansion also included a spacious operating room, a large maternity ward, increased nursing accommodations, and an automatic elevator.
Captain Canuck and His Selkirk Origins
Captain Canuck was created in the 1970s by Ron Leishman and Richard Comely. The comic was illustrated by Selkirk resident, George Freeman. Captain Canuck quickly grew a following because the character reflected Canadian pride.
Celebrating the Century-long Tradition of Parades in Selkirk
Selkirk has often celebrated large events with parades, rain or shine. Some of these events include Victory Day when World War One ended, Canada’s Jubilee in 1927, Coronation Day in 1953, and Selkirk’s 75th Anniversary in 1957. In 1949, the parades began to coincide with the Agricultural Fair weekend.
École Bonaventure
French Immersion programs began in Manitoba in 1973 and grew significantly over the decades, with Selkirk launching its program in 1987 to promote bilingualism and cultural awareness. The program expanded quickly and was later renamed École Bonaventure in 1994. French Immersion Programs in Manitoba French Immersion was first offered in Manitoba in 1973, with only…