UPDATE: A total of $478.65 was collected, an increase of $5.50 from 2022. A donation of $239.32 has been sent to the Christmas Cheer Board. Thank you to everyone who contributed! Starting December 2nd until December 22nd, the Island Lakes Residents’ Board is collecting money in support of the Christmas Cheer Board and Island Lakes…
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WINTER WONDERLAND!
Island Lakes Residents’ Group is sponsoring a HOLIDAY DRAW! DEADLINE – MIDNIGHT, December 26th Gifts will be decided based on the number and variety of entries. Your Residents’ Group is mixing things up a bit this year. We would love to receive pictures from you representing what WINTER, HOLIDAYS and THE FESTIVE SEASON mean to…
AGM-2023!
A few pictures from our Annual General Meeting held November 14th at the Island Lakes School library. If you have any questions regarding the meeting please email ilrg.memberships@gmail.com In attendance were 20 people plus board members and special guests present. Special guests were: Dan Vandal, MP, recently elected Tyler Blashko, MLA, and Matt Allard, city…
HALLOWEEN COSTUME WINNERS!
Thank you to everyone who sent in Halloween costume pictures! Everyone was so creative. Everyone will receive a gift from Dollarama as a thank you for sharing! Winners of a $10 gift card from Dollarama; From left to right – Xander (Age 0-3); Arun (Age 4-6); Tristian (Age 10+) All other entries will receive a…
CURBSIDE COMPOST SURVEY
“The City of Winnipeg wants to hear from residents about what they think of waste collection in the city, including whether they would accept biweekly garbage pick-up if the city launches a curbside compost program.The online survey, which is open until Nov. 30, asks how switching from the current weekly pick-up schedule would impact residents.” https://engage.winnipeg.ca/comprehensive-integrated-waste-management-strategy-review?sm=fSewIDhPZ_2FQrkipkNGUCguNvgaPLK5PItLp4MvQsg9M_3D
WINTER CARNIVAL SURVEY!
Your ILRG Board is considering hosting a WINTER CARNIVAL. Please complete the survey BELOW to help us plan the event. The event would be held at De La Seigneurie Park. We are hoping the pop up rink will be ready! Hot chocolate, donuts, bonfires, music are a few of the things we are considering.
AGM – NOV 14th!
Please join us November 14th, 7:00 PM at the Island Lakes Community School LIBRARY for our Annual General Meeting. Come meet your board, elect new members, volunteer for a position, learn what the Residents’ Group has accomplished over the last year and what is planned for the future! DON’T FORGET TO PAY YOUR MEMBERSHIP AT…
HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST!
This year the ILRG Board is trying something a little different! Instead of our annual coloring contest we are hosting a Halloween COSTUME contest. We would love to feature all your entries and therefore, request a prize release when submitting your photos. Brainstorm your ideas, create your costumes, get ready for the BIG NIGHT. Don’t…
INVASIVE PLANTS SPOTTED!
These invasive plants have been spotted in Island Lakes. 1. Campanula Rapunculoides (Creeping Bellflower) 2. Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum) More Information on Invasive Plants CBC News Posted this article August 6, 2022. It’s definitely worth reading as this is a growing concern. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/invasive-species-flood-manitoba-1.6543894 Please help prevent these from taking over our neighborhood! We have identified two…
WELCOME BROWN BEAR BOUTIQUE!
Welcome to Lisa Brown and Brown Bear Boutique! Lisa is located in Island Lakes and does alterations as well as handmade bespoke apparel. Check her out on Facebook, Instagram or contact her directly at 587-983-6996. We are thrilled to have Lisa as one of Business Sponsors. Please support her and all our businesses!
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