cooperative arrangements. “We’re working with the City of Selkirk for library services through a regional library located in their urban center,” Joshi states.“All surrounding communities contribute to this shared resource. We also have a coordinated agreement between communities to the north for our east beaches area, focusing on recreation and tourism promotion.” The municipality also cultivates productive relationships with indigenous communities. “We have a very good relationship with the indigenous populations within our community,” Joshi adds.“We’re in a unique situation with the Brokenhead Ojibwe Nation Reserve completely within our municipality. They operate a large casino, and there’s significant sharing and collaboration between our governments.” PREPARING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES St. Clements’ approach to sustainability focuses on practical solutions to immediate environmental threats, particularly the increasing flood risks that affect many Manitoba communities. Located in the Red River Basin, where spring flooding has historically caused significant damage, the municipality has developed strategies that combine traditional flood mitigation with innovative planning approaches. “We’ve been working on sustainability and addressing the impact of climate change on flooding in our area,” says Joshi. “As a member of the Eastern Watershed District, we’re exploring different methodologies 25002 Hazelridge Road Oakbank, Manitoba R5N 0E9 info@chabotenterprises.ca | 204.224.1565 chabotenterprises.ca > Aggregate Supply: Sand, Gravel, Limestone > Earthworks: Excavation and Backfill, Site Development > Road Construction > Heavy Equipment Rentals > Commercial Snow Removal Building Manitoba’s Future with Trusted Expertise in Earthworks & Heavy Construction 100% Indigenous Contractor & Aggregate Supplier 199 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 05 RM ST. CLEMENTS, MB
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