R.M. of Alexander

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R.M. of Alexander

Only 130 km northeast of Winnipeg, lies the R.M. of Alexander. Stretching from the eastern shores of Lake Winnipeg east into the Whiteshell and north into the Canadian Shield, this 1,521 sq km region is serviced by six modern highways. To it's year-round population of 2,399 (which increases to over 10,000 in the summer months) it offers parkland, beaches, forest, agriculture, industry and the amenities of both urban and rural settings. It is also the hydro power centre of Manitoba.

La Verendrye Trail Alexander's history richly mirrors the development of Western Canada. The wildly beautiful Winnipeg River is part of the oldest fur trading route in the province. La Verendrye and his sons first explored the area in the 1730's and made it part of their regular route. In 1870, the Red River Expeditionary Force travelled the same path to confront Louis Riel's metis.

The 20th Century saw the mass harnessing of electricity by Manitoba Hydro on the Winnipeg River. Three of its six generating plants lie within the R.M. of Alexander. In 1995, Alexander began "golden anniversary" celebrations as it was incorporated officially on January 1, 1945.

Cottage Country

Cottage Country Get away from it all in Alexander! water sports, walking and hiking, cross country skiing and snowmobiling are pursued in some of the most pristine land in the country. Summer or winter, Alexander lures the nature lover.

Alexander is cottage country containing beautiful, world-famous beaches. Many love to escape the city life for a weekend in Alexander, while others love the blue sky and green forests so much, they decide to settle permanently in the area.

Wildlife such as moose, deer, foxes, wolves, coyotes, bears and both snowy and grey owls are in abundance in the region's lush, green forests while species of birds and fish are too many to mention.

When the need to get away from it all hits, Alexander has something for everyone.

Industry and Agriculture

Commercial fishing on Lake Winnipeg The real estate motto of location, location, location, seems to have been created for industry in Alexander. Centred around Pine Falls, Powerview and St. George, the area is very accessible to Winnipeg, a major distribution point. Modern highways and a Canadian National Railway line allow easy access in all directions to and from Alexander. The district also has an abundance of inexpensive and readily-available hydro power.

Agriculture also plays a large role in Alexander. Stead is the sod capital of Manitoba and ships sod and peat moss as far south as Texas. A thriving wild rice industry is also carried out within the confines of Alexander.

Further economic activity in the area includes commercial fishing on Lake Winnipeg as well as mining just to the north of the Bird River area at Bernic Lake. New construction starts are steadily on the increase. There is certainly something for everyone in Alexander.

Alexander Facts and Figures

R.M. of Alexander Land Base: 588 sqaure miles
Major communities:

St. George    Traverse Bay

Silver Falls    Hillside Beach

Great Falls    Bird River

Belair    Lester Beach

Stead

MAILING ADDRESS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Alexander, R.M.
Box 100
St. Georges, Manitoba
R0E 1V0
Telephone: (204) 367-6170
Fax: (204) 367-2257

LAND DEVELOPMENT / BUILDING PERMIT INFORMATION:
Winnipeg River Planning District
Box 70
St. Georges, Manitoba
R0E 1V0
Development Oficer / Building Inspector
Telephone: (204) 367-8392

For more information, call:
(204) 367-6170