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The photo shows a historic shot of lumber being loaded from the red river onto the shore of Selkirk.

Where it all Comes Together: A Flashback to Selkirk 1882-1883

News, News & UpdatesBy Ellie LongbottomAugust 30, 2021

In 1882, James Colcleugh was the man of the hour. After the Town of Selkirk became a recognized town under the provincial Municipal Act, he served as Selkirk’s first mayor and is often thought of as the founder of Selkirk. Originally, Colcleugh was a contractor working on a telegraph line between Rat Portage and Manitoba.…

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