Elgin

Established in 1898, Elgin is located on highway #23 and it is 16 kms west of highway #10.

Situated in the middle of a thriving agricultural area.  Elgin has much to offer:

-modern and historical homes

-water and sewer

-garbage collection

-church

-recreational facilities

-volunteer fire department

-community store

-Lions club

-new playground in 2009

-newly renovated community hall

-museum

-hunting and fishing area

-serviced lots available for building

Annual events include:

-curling bonspiel in January

-town wide yard sale in May

-Fall supper in October

-quiz night

-Christmas family dance

-U.C.W. Christmas supper

Whitewater Centennial Park

Located one mile east of Elgin on highway 23.

Whitewater Centennial Park is a municipal park built in April of 1982.

The lake is a man made body of water about two miles long and has pike, pickerel and perch, making it a popular fishing destination.

Eighteen camp sites are equipped with hydro, or pitch a tent on one of the many un-serviced sites.  A campground host is on site to help with any needs.

Great family fun can be found on the nine hole golf course over looking the lake.

Kids and adults can enjoy the sandy beach with a playground alongside, or stroll over to pet the miniature goats who are always entertaining.

Washroom facilities are available and are wheelchair accessible.  There is also a clubhouse, which can be used by the campers.  For reservations call 204-769-2404 or 204-483-0014.

Elgin Community Hall

Located at 149 Main Street

Newly renovated in 2008.

Seating capacity of 250 unlicensed and 207 licensed.  The kitchen is fully equipped with large and small appliances, dishes and cutlery.  The bar has liquor dispensers, glasses, bar fridge and freezer.

There are two regular washrooms and one wheelchair accessible washroom.

We have a raised platform stage with piano, p.a. system, overhead projection screen and large dance floor.

We are a volunteer based group with an executive committee and members at large.  We rent our hall for meetings, teas, church services, funerals, wedding receptions, smorgs, elections, dances, craft sales, and family reunions.

Prices 2010

For Bookings Call 204-769-2396

United Church

The Elgin United Church located on Peterborough Ave was built in 1906 as Grace Methodist.  In 1921 the congregations of Grace Methodist and Knox Presbyterian United and became Elgin United Church.

At the present time Elgin and Souris form a pastoral charge with service in Elgin at 9:30 a.m. from September to June.  The Sunday School welcomes children of all ages.

The United Church women meet once a month for fellowship and to arrange for fundraising to support the church and Mission and Service; and foster a child in Ethiopia; Samaritan House as well as other charities.  They also serve food at funerals in the church and keep the church building clean. 

The church welcomes everyone.

Elgin and District Historical Museum Inc.

Visit the Elgin Museum, housed in the 1903 Canadian Bank of Commerce Building on Main Street, highway 23. 

There you will find the Military Memorial, a large collection of military pictures, uniforms and artifacts from World War I and II, as well as information of service men and women from the district.

Inside the museum you will find; aboriginal display, period clothing, early 1900’s home setting, sports uniforms, school display, history book from many districts, artifacts from former Elgin businesses, extensive photo display, minute and record books from many organizations and an indexed collection of clippings from Elgin Newspapers 1900-1931.

Stoll the grounds around the museum, there you will find a replica sod house, a 1948 snowplane, working windmill, collection of vintage from machinery, tools and railway artifacts.

The museum is open every weekend in July and August or by appointment.

Elgin Cemetery

The Elgin Cemetery was established in 1903. 

An alphabetical list and map are located at the cemetery entrance.

Elgin Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund

In 1998 the R.M. of Whitewater passed a by-law to establish a “Perpetual Care Fund” for the upkeep and care of the Elgin Cemetery.  Donations made to the perpetual care fund are administered by the R.M. of Whitewater. Interest from this investment is used in maintenance of the cemetery.  This fund is the main source of income for the care of our cemetery.

Donations to this fund may be sent to R.M. of Whitewater, Box 53, Minto MB R0K 1M0

Education

Elgin is located in the Southwest Horizon School Division.  Children in Elgin have the unique choice of attending either Hartney or Souris schools.  Both are modern up to date schools with great after school sports activities.  Check out their website at www.shsd.mb.ca.

Elgin Investors Group

In 1990 approximately 100 people from the community formed the Elgin Investors Group by pooling their money together they were able to purchase the land and building at 127 Main Street, thus ensuring that Elgin has a gather place and store.

Over the years many people have rented their building, currently their building houses a restaurant, postal services, groceries, gas and liquor vendor.

Elgin Community Rink

Curling, skating and hockey have always been a highlight of the winter.

New skating and curling rinks were built during the sixties.  The natural ice is put in December and usually lasts until late March.

A curling bonspiel is held once a year in January and is open to all ages.  There are full kitchen facilities where curlers can enjoy a hot meal prepared by the local ladies. 

Ice Rental fees are:

            $60.00 per game

            $40.00 per hour

            $200.00 curling/skating per day

            $100.00 skating per day

For ice rental or more info call 204-769-2170

Elgin and Area Lions Club

The Lions meet every third Wednesday of each month at the local eatery.

The Elgin and Area Lions Club celebrated their 25^th anniversary in the fall of 2009.

The Lions established a recycling depot in Elgin 15 years ago.  Products being recycled are paper, cardboard, plastics and metals.  Glass is collected and crushed.  The glass is available to the general public who use it for many applications including around buildings and granaries for rodent control, filling pot holes, and putting around trees. 

The Elgin and Area Lions Club has kept 9100 kg of garbage out of the local landfill in 2008.

The Lions also collect car batteries and used eyeglasses.  The eyeglasses are then sent to third world countries.

Recreational Improvement Committee of Elgin (R.I.C.E)

With the growing population of young families with children moving to Elgin, a need was seen for a new playground.  R.I.C.E. is currently fundraising for the new equipment.

The new playground is currently in the process of being built and will give our children a safe place to play. 

Elgin Fire Department

The Elgin Fire Department consists of 13 volunteer firemen, 5 of which are Level 1 firefighters.  All of the firemen have First Aid and CPR knowledge and are trained in modern day firefighting. 

The fire truck holds 500 gallons of water as well as all their tools and breathing apparatuses.  Extra water trucks are at their disposal when needed.

Elgin Community Fund

The Elgin Community Fund was formed in 1999.  All finances are administered by the Brandon and Area Foundation.  The Elgin Fund committee decides where the available funds are to be allocated within our community each year.  Any organization can apply for said funds by filling out an application form before the end of September on the following website, www.bacf.ca.  Cards are available at the Elgin store or museum for anyone wishing to make a donation to the fund or in memory of someone.  All donations are gratefully accepted.

Elgin Bridal Shower Committee

The Elgin Bridal Shower Committee was started in 2005.  A committee of six volunteer to hold a fund-raiser in order to have some funds available for expenses of upcoming bridal showers.  This committee is responsible for getting a group together to convene a shower.

Fairfax

Established in 1899, Fairfax is located on highway 23, 5 miles west of highway 23, 5 miles west of highway 10 and .5 mile south on paved P.R. 444.

Fairfax has much to offer:

Municipal machine shop

Full postal services

Playground

Park area

War memorial

Tranquility and fresh air

Fun Facts

Local resident Welland Dalzell founded Inventronics located in Brandon, Manitoba.  This manufacturing plant services North America.