The Selkirk School District was created in December 1878. In 1882, when Selkirk was incorporated as a town, there was one school. It was a small log school that held classes by day and hosted events and city council meetings by evening.
From establishing bilingual schools to preserving deep-rooted traditions, Ukrainian and Polish pioneers left an indelible mark on Manitoba. Discover their incredible journeys of perseverance, the early 1817 military connection to Lord Selkirk, and how their vibrant cultural legacies continue to shape our community today.