PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n L. Chabot Enterprises Ltd. www.chabotenterprises.ca CHABOT Enterprises is a proud Métis-owned leader in civil construction, specializing in aggregates, earthworks, and roadbuilding. For over 50 years, CHABOT has partnered with municipalities like St. Clements to deliver high-impact infrastructure that fuels economic development, advances sustainability, and supports community-driven projects that strengthen Manitoba’s future from the ground up. Expanding recreational opportunities represents another key focus area.“In the next couple of years, I want to see more outdoor recreation—walking trails, baseball diamonds, winter skating rinks,” the mayor explains. “We have some facilities, but with cottage country residents only present for certain months, we need to examine how we can provide more recreational options for seasonal visitors.” Commercial development remains essential for creating complete communities. The municipality’s business development strategy includes both infrastructure and service components.“Council has committed to being open for business and created an economic development position within the RM,” says Joshi.“We recognize that increasing housing and population in settlement areas makes it viable for businesses like grocery stores and coffee shops to establish themselves, which is beginning to happen in East Selkirk.” As St. Clements moves forward, its balanced approach to growth illustrates how rural municipalities can succeed by embracing their distinctive character while pursuing strategic development that enhances quality of life for current and future residents alike. 202 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 05
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