02/25/2026
Yearly Recap & Coming up in 2026
2025 was a year of meaningful improvements. We added cash machines to both the gift shop and canteen to make visits easier, and proudly opened our brand-new gift shop featuring local authors and artisans. Ridgeway Heritage House received a fresh coat of paint, and work began on interior renovations at Emerson Station, including plans for a special display room honouring our veterans.
And of course, despite the summer heat, our Canada Day celebration was a fantastic success, filled with games, activities, and strong community spirit.
Looking ahead to 2026, we’re excited to keep building momentum. Thanks to support from the FCC AgriSpirit Fund, we’ll be breaking ground on a new heritage garden. We’ll also be updating yard maintenance equipment thanks to the Interlake Community Foundation. We’ll be expanding resources for our heritage programming. And finally, we’ll also look to enhance vendor opportunities, thanks to Community Futures.
We’re deeply grateful for the continued enthusiasm and support that make all of this possible, and we look forward to another great year together. Our volunteers give what they can: a few hours a day, a few weeks a year, a few months at a time, and every contribution matters.
Our work truly is a labour of love, driven by passion for Grosse Isle, a shared desire to celebrate our heritage, and the dedication to keep showing up year after year.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
The Grosse Isle Heritage Site is a great place to make your mark while fulfilling your volunteer hours.
We also offer an annual scholarship for students at Warren Collegiate Institute. Interested? Connect with us for more info.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for Thursday, March 26th.
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to engage, share your ideas, and help shape the future of our organization.
Thursday March 26th
7:00 PM
Grosse Isle Rec Centre
IN MEMORIAM
Sandy Phillips
The light of our church and a warm treasure to all who knew her. Her sharp eye, warmth, and steady presence touched so many in our community. Sandy’s spirit will continue to shine in the friendships and traditions she helped nurture.
Jessie Minaker
The driving force behind our canteen and catering services for so many years. Her dedication, quiet energy, and care helped shape an important part of our operations, and we are proud that our canteen bears her name in honour of her lasting contributions.
2026 MEMBERSHIPS
Your continued support is vital to our community, and we can’t wait for another exciting year! Fees due at AGM.
Individual Membership: $10
Family Membership: $20
Reaffirm your commitment to our shared goals and community spirit.
Send e-transfer to:
[email protected]
Or by cheque to:
Grosse Isle Heritage Site
BOX 34, Grosse Isle, MB
R0C 1G0
VENDOR APPLICATIONS
We’re accepting applications to join our vendor village for 2026:
Artisans: painter, jewelry maker, or potter?
Crafters such as handmade goods, from candles to knitwear
Local Producers: fresh produce, homemade preserves, or artisanal bread?
Contact:
[email protected]
OUR GRATITUDE FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT:
FCC AgriSpirit Fund
Interlake Community Foundation
Community Futures’ Big Interlake Growth Program
MB Small Capital Grant
RM of Rosser
RM of Rockwood
Adopt a Flowerpot
Flower pots are available for adoption. Put your name down to reserve your plot of soil for seeds, watering and weeding duties to help beautify our space.
Adoption comes with a pot marker to commemorate a loved one.
