Announcements from the province about new government incentives to help rebuild the local economy have been prolific in recent months. On January 17, Premier Heather Stefanson outlined the key role she says that childcare plays in economic growth.

Without hesitation, the year 2022 was a remarkable one for reasons that are almost too many to name. Most notably, it brought to a close two years of mandated closures and restrictions brought on by one of the most challenging global events since World War II: the COVID-19 pandemic.

In the spirit of better-late-than-never, Ritchot’s council hosted a virtual meeting with Ian Hyslop, contracted auditor from The Exchange Group. Hyslop’s purpose was to present to council an overall review of the RM of Ritchot’s 2021 financial statements.

Parents across Manitoba are being encouraged to consider after-school remote learning options which are now available to help strengthen students’ in-school learning.

It’s a new year with a new council, but many ongoing projects are underway in the town of Niverville, including some big ones that have been anticipated for many years.

The first public meeting of the new year for Ritchot’s council resulted in some good news for working parents. Council has voted to accept a resolution that names Garderie Ile des Chenes Daycare (GIDCD) as the soon-to-be providers for the community’s newest daycare facility.