The Village of Ethelbert is located in Manitoba's Parkland Region, 370 kilometres north west of the Capital City of Winnipeg. This vibrant friendly community is located along Provincial Highway #10, the major route to the western region of the province. Ethelbert is only 60 kilometres north of the City of Dauphin, the Parkland's major economic hub.
History
Settlers first arrived in the Ethelbert area at the turn of the century, when the Canadian National Railway began its service. Nestled against the eastern base of the Duck Mountain Provincial Park, the area around Ethelbert is one of the more beautiful and scenic places in the province. The rolling hills blanketed in birch and poplar forests, offers many opportunities for outdoor adventure and recreational activity to the serious sportsmen and weekend warrior alike.
Economic Base
Much of the surrounding area is perfectly suited to cattle and livestock production, with many cow/calf operations in the immediate area. Other local producers breed a small number of horses, while some farms have diversified into other types of exotic livestock. Grain farming makes up a large part of the local economic activity, while many producers grow forages and hay to support local livestock operations. The community has a large service sector providing local producers with inputs and supplies. Other local industries include berry and honey production, trucking, forestry, and lumber and pulp production. Trapping and outfitting services, along with a wide range of commercial and home based business, flourish in Ethelbert. A well-defined tourism industry, with easy access to Duck Mountain Provincial Park and other area attractions, also boosts the local economy.
Major Attractions
The Village of Ethelbert is a tight knit community, where everyone is considered a neighbour. Local events include a number of recreational sporting competitions, including men's and lady's mixed curling bonspiels. Numerous social events throughout the year draw the community together for an evening of fun and conversation. Most area residents look forward to the "Spring Fling" dance in May, as an opportunity to get out of the house and see friends and neighbours again after the cold winter months.
