Rivers

Contact

For further information on health services provided in Rivers, please contact:

Area Manager
Rivers Health Centre Box 428 Rivers, MB R0K 1X0
Phone: 204-328-5321
Fax: 204-328-7130

GEOGRAPHY / DEMOGRAPHICS

The Town of Rivers is located 25 minutes northwest of Brandon (Manitoba’s second largest city) along Provincial Highway #25. It is nestled on the edge of the Little Saskatchewan River Valley, which is known for its scenic beauty. It has gently rolling hills and is surrounded by land that is used for agricultural purposes. The community of 1200 people is growing at a rate of 4% higher then the province of Manitoba according to the 2006 census and is a mixture of young and old alike, with something for everyone.

You will see a train theme running throughout the community; the caboose, box car and train rail arbour begin this theme. You can also take the VIA train to Rivers, as we are located on mainline CN. We provide a station stop here for passengers.

ECONOMIC BASE

Agriculture accounts for most of the economic base for the Town of Rivers. There are agricultural businesses located within the community which include a seed cleaning and treating plant, testing lab, grain drying & shipping operations, storage elevator, large farm service sales, machinery and equipment repair as well as fertilizer and chemical dealers. There is also a local trucking firm that can handle any needs, large or small.

The local business area has small and large businesses that include the Westoba Credit Union, a grocery store, post office, drug store, lumber yard, hardware store, real estate & insurance agent, scrapbooking store, ice cream shop, old and new treasures store, laundramat, flower shop, Sears Outlet, auction house and other assorted retail outlets. There are many support services which include recycling, massage therapy and more. There are local construction companies, plumbers and electricians available. Good eating is assured with four restaurants located here, including Chinese and German. There is a local Community Newspaper and many volunteer community groups. Various forms of housing are available, from suites to large or small homes or lots to build something new on.

Rivers has its own Police Department and a 21 member Rivers Daly Fire Department.

RECREATION BASE

Rivers is situated in a very desirable recreation area. It shares a recreation director with its neighbouring municipalities and hosts many activities throughout the year. Winter activities currently include hockey, curling ,cross country skiing, 120 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, ice fishing and hunting and many other activities associated with the winter months. Rivers has the largest sportfishing lake in South West Manitoba. A new multi use community complex is in the works to increase the healthy lifestyles for all.

During the summer months, everyone can take advantage of the Rivers Provincial Park located 2 kms north east of the community. There are 70 camping sites and an ice cream/mini golf area. Fishing or just taking a relaxing boat trip is great, along the 13 km lake. Within the community limits you will find tennis courts, soccer pitches, baseball diamonds, a kiddies’ park, a skateboard park, lawn bowling green and a network of walking trails.
Geocaching is available in the community and area for those willing to test their GPS units.

The Riverdale Golf and Country Club is open all summer for anyone wishing to brush up on their swing or just a friendly game of golf.

EDUCATION

Private Daycares, Nursery School, Elementary and Collegiate.