. Birtle is an unincorporated urban community in the Prairie View Municipality within the Canadian province of Manitoba that held town status prior to January 1, 2015. English is the primary language of Birtle and surrounding area, except for St. Lazare , a French -speaking community about 20 km (12.4 mi) to the west. The second floor was the bank manager's living-quarters. More aggressive drilling began taking place in 2010. About 10 km (6.2 mi) south of the community is Birdtail Sioux First Nation, home to 315 people (2001 Census). As of March 2013, the total registered population is 813 persons of which on-reserve population is 462 persons. The Birdtail River is smaller slow flowing river dammed just above the Birtle Park, creating a small lake suitable for canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Long Plain First Nation is located 25 kilometres southwest of Portage La Prairie. In addition to regular academic classes, the school offers a construction technology program and in 2014-15 offered an opportunity to receive both a highschool diploma and a health care aide certificate. … As of March 31, 2013, the total registered population of Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation was 2478 of which those residing on the reserve total 1127 persons. On this property houses Long Plain Arrowhead Development Corporation, Offices of DOTC and other organizations. 651-259-3015 • 844-667-8679. Between 50km and 350km from nearest service center with year round road access. Community: Birdtail Sioux. It is located at the junction of Highways 83 and 42. The area has become known for its community of gardeners. Later it was purchased by the Royal Bank of Canada. A self-guided Heritage Walking Tour[2] describes the history of many of the buildings and sites in the community. Fertile agricultural fields surround the community in all directions. Local history books for the community and surrounding districts provide additional sources of information. It officially opened as the Birdtail Country Museum on May 24, 1984, as a joint centennial project of the former town and former rural municipality. The climate and soil are best suited for hard grains such as wheat, rye and barley, but canola also thrives. Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation is located 20 kilometres from the United States border, and 104 kilometres south of Winnipeg, Manitoba. As of March 31, 2013, the total population is 2568 persons of which 1500 persons reside on the reserve. An attraction for tourists and locals is a costume barn, Whooo's That? Birtle was designated as Birds Tail Rivulet on the Thompson map of 1813-14. AANDC's responsibilities are largely determined by numerous statutes, negotiated agreements and relevant legal decisions. The local high school (grades 5 to 12), Birtle Collegiate Institute, draws students from surrounding communities. Long Plain also has land adjacent to Trans Canada Highway # 1- just outside of Portage La Prairie. The main industries of the area are agriculture and livestock: cattle and hogs primarily, and to a lesser extent sheep, goats, dairy cows, etc. Located on the shores of the Lake Manitoba, its territory covers prime agricultural land. The History Committee was chaired by then Mayor, Ray Howard and included representatives from each of the districts of the municipality. It is a member of the Fraser Canyon Indian Administration. Planned/In Progress Connectivity Type: None, Planned/In Progress Last Mile Network Technology: None. These include a golf course, licensed clubhouse restaurant, tennis courts, serviced campground, picnic area, tennis courts, a large playground and the Birtle beach - a sand bottom chlorinated swimming area alongside but separate from the river. AANDC is one of the federal government departments responsible for meeting the Government of Canada's obligations and commitments to First Nations, Inuit and Métis, and for fulfilling the federal government's constitutional responsibilities in the North. National Communities in Bloom titles were won in 2000 and 2001. Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation - Band 273, Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation - Band 283. Summers are warm, with a mean temperature of 17.9 °C (64.2 °F) in July. As of March 31, 2013, the total registered population of Long Plain First Nation was 4070 persons, of which 2152 resided on the reserve and 1918 persons lived elsewhere. 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There are many other recreation facilities in the community that include a skating arena and curling rink both with artificial ice, a 24/7 fitness centre, baseball and soccer leagues, and trails for cross country skiing and snowmobile trails linked to the Snowtraxx and Snowman routes across the province.