Nina Munteanu is an ecologist and the author of “Water Is…”, a scientific and personal exploration of water.

Quality residential developers have set down roots in the region, offering homebuyers an abundance of choice.

For the first time in 80 years, Manitoba realized a higher growth rate than the national average. The recent census indicates that the province has the third strongest population growth rate in the country at 5.8 percent, behind our prairie neighbours of Saskatchewan (6.3 percent) and Alberta (11.6 percent).

Opportunities for business abound south of Winnipeg’s perimeter. Whether you’re an established company or getting ready to venture out, it’s worth considering what the southeast has to offer. One thing you can rest assured on: your startup and ongoing operational costs are almost certain to be less than in the city.

With the completion this spring of the new Heritage Life Retirement Living life lease condos at the Niverville Heritage Centre, the onsite medical clinic is set for a significant expansion. The new 5,000-square-foot facility, called Open Health Niverville, will be located on the ground floor and open its doors in May.

There’s no question that real estate in southeast Manitoba is booming. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association, 2017 will be no different. While some provinces are levelling off, Manitoba’s real estate sales are expected to climb by four percent.