Follow the military and personal life of Gerry Gunter, a World War II veteran who enlisted alongside his brothers in the “C” Squadron Fort Garry Horse. As a proud member of Selkirk’s historic Dufferin Gang, he was awarded the Canadian Efficiency Medal in 1944 and later returned home to raise his family and dedicate his life to the local community.
Discover the fascinating tales of the Molly and the Hazel—two legendary Lake Winnipeg vessels that braved the elements, survived dramatic wrecks, and left an indelible mark on Selkirk’s marine history.
From the rapid mobilization of the Dufferin Gang to local ration campaigns and post-war booms, Selkirk didn’t wait to step up during WWII. Discover the incredible stories of local volunteer units, the 106th Infantry Reserve, and the lasting legacy of the heroes who fought for freedom
Following the hardships of the Great Depression, Selkirk experienced a massive post-war boom. Discover how a surge in farming machinery, major industrial expansions like the Manitoba Rolling Mills, and crucial government funding helped transform the town into a thriving modern hub.
From her happy childhood on North Main Street to her dedicated service as a church deaconess and school board member, Ruth Hooker’s life was defined by community impact. Discover how she triumphed over personal health battles to foster 37 children worldwide and leave a lasting legacy that still lives on at the Selkirk school bearing her name.
From military training grounds to record-breaking fish hatcheries, Selkirk’s green spaces hold a deep history of bravery and community innovation. Discover the storied past behind Red Feather Farm, Veterans Memorial Gardens, and Murray Sinclair Park.
The 1929 Wall Street crash initially went unnoticed in Selkirk, but by mid-1930, the gloom of the Great Depression took hold. Discover how the community navigated severe layoffs, created vital “make-work” projects like the historic Selkirk Bridge, and ultimately found a path back to prosperity
In 1939, 31 close-knit neighbors from Selkirk’s Dufferin Avenue enlisted together to fight in World War II. Discover the remarkable story of “The Dufferin Gang”—a lifelong bond of childhood friends turned wartime heroes whose legacy deeply shaped our community.
During WWII, 31 men and women from Selkirk’s Dufferin Avenue enlisted to fight together. Discover the incredible story of “The Dufferin Gang”—potentially the highest concentration of enlistees from a single street in wartime history.
From a premier 1910s poultry ranch to a wartime military barracks, Red Feather Farm holds a fascinating place in Selkirk’s history. This exhibit uncovers how its massive chicken barns were transformed into quarters for the 108th Battalion—affectionately nicknamed “The Roosters”—before they deployed to the front lines of the First World War.