Heartland Recreation Commission
Key Motivators for 2026
June’s key motivators are deeply tied to its status as the year's midpoint. The primary drivers include the "fresh start effect" for mid-year goal check-ins, increased sunlight and energy, the anticipation of summer freedom (such as vacations or holidays), and career/growth milestones.
Municipal Election
Be advised that a general municipal election will be held on October 28. Prospective municipal election candidates must register with the Senior Election Officer. For the office of head of council between May 1 and Sept 22 or for a council position June 30 to sept 22. Fore more info please contact Laura Burke 204-685-2472 or 204-871-2380 or elections@northnorfolk.ca
Hunter safety
HRC is hosting a Hunter safety course on Saturday, Sept 19 from 8 am till 5 pm at the MacGregor Stride Centre. Register with HRC.
Healthy Baby
If you’re pregnant or have a baby under the age of one, come to a healthy baby community support program. First and third Tuesday of each month at 10 am at the MacGregor United Church. For more information please smanns@southernhealth.ca
Summer Day Camp
Jewell Thompson and Emma Hill are back this summer offering daily summer day camps at the MacGregor Stride Centre for school aged kids as well as Critter camp for age 3-5 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. If you would like more information please contact hrcthemedays@gmail.com.
Portage Shuttle
Need a ride to Portage from Austin, MacGregor or Sidney? $10 for a ride in the Handivan. Call 204-685-2977 to book your seat.
Victoria Place
Did you know that Victoria place has foot care, exercise classes, hairdresser, movie nights and other activities for seniors. If you would like more info call Karen 204-685-2083.
North Norfolk Connect
Register with us and never miss out on the latest news, events, weather, and alert messages from the Municipality of North Norfolk. We also have a month newsletter each month, sign up now and know what is going on. Phone the office 204-685-2211 to make sure.
Golf Course
The MacGregor Town & Country Golf Course and Clubhouse is open daily from 8 am till 8 pm. Thank you to J.P. Wiebe & sons for sponsoring the junior’s program again this golfing season.
Tournament dates
Men’s Medal Match – July 17, 18, 19
Senior Men’s Open – Aug 5
Monkey Golf – Aug 8
MacGregor Shootout – Aug 15
Duke’s Memorial -Aug 22
Ladies tournament – Aug 29
Senior Mixed open – Sept 2
Fire Department Night Golf – Sept 12
Juniors tournament – Sept 13
Parent & Child – Sept 20
Pet License
Each pet license is valid for the lifetime of the pet. Please contact the Municipal office to get one today for your pet.
CRC
The Food Vault (Community Resource Centre) is open for food bank requests and donations Tuesdays and Fridays from 9-4. We are located in MacGregor at 24 Hampton St E and provide help to those living in North Norfolk. We welcome donations of any nonperishable food such as soup, vegetables, fruit, cereal, pasta and sauce, and snacks. For more information you can call or text Julie at 204.685.2977 or find us on facebook at crcfoodvault or instagram at the_food_vault_crc.
Empties
Bring your empty beer bottle and cans to the MacGregor Hotel and inform staff that you would like to donate the money to the North Norfolk Trails committee. All proceed are going toward the development of a trail system in the Municipality North Norfolk. Thank you everyone.
Grounds for reading
Join us for coffee time at the Library on Tuesday from 10:30 – noon in June. Bring coffee in your favorite cup (or $1 for a coffee pod) and enjoy catching up with old and new friends.
MacGregor Chase the Ace
The MacGregor Chase the Ace on Thursdays, selling starts at 6 pm and draw is at 7 pm at the MacGregor Golf Course. Each week we have a different local service group who sells 50/50. Come for a drink, a laugh, and a chance to win some cash!
Roast Beef Dinner
The MacGregor Hotel is hosting a roast beef dinner on July 7th and all proceeds to support the MacGregor Seniors Drop-in centre. Tickets are $50 each and available at the MacGregor Hotel and any board member. A warm community evening featuring a classic roast beef meal.
MacGregor Cemetery
Will be accepting donations for the installation of a columbarium at the MacGregor Cemetery. Donations can be dropped off at the Municipal office in MacGregor.
Come play cards.
The MacGregor Senior drop-in center is welcoming people to come play cards or a game of pool on Monday and Wednesday at 1 pm.
Gossip in the Graveyard
Join us for a walking tour of memorable Manitobans interred in the Austin cemetery on June 28 at 2 pm. The Austin cemetery is located 2 km south on Hwy #34.
Rest Haven Meals
Rest Haven has a meal program in MacGregor. Mealtime is 5 pm and all meals include meat, starch, veggies and dessert. To register for a meal, you must call the day before (before 8 pm) to 204-685-3158. Cost of the meal is $10.00 per plate and take out is $12.
MacGregor Fair
The North Norfolk Agricultural society has so much planned for this years MacGregor Fair
Friday – 7 pm Nuthin But trouble band, food booths, horse games, and more
Saturday – Pancake breakfast, baseball tournament, loads of kids activities, parade, Helicopter landing, lots of vendors, raffle table, horse show, food booths, community exhibits, history displays, entertainment stage.
Sunday – Community Church Service
Check out full listing on social media.
Bull Bash
Huge thank you to everyone who supported the North Norfolk Bull Bash this year. What an evening of events! Now that the dust has settled, we’ve had a chance to reflect on what an incredible Bull Bash evening it truly was. From the first ride to the last song, the energy in the arena was amazing. Seeing our community come together to support the event, cheer on the riders, and enjoy a great night of entertainment made all the hard work worthwhile. A huge thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, Crossfire Bull Riding, Quinton Blair, the riders and stock contractors, arena crew, first responders, local businesses, and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make the evening a success.
To all the fans who filled the stands and brought the excitement, thank you for your support!
And a special thank you to our organizing committee: Chris Leckie, Angela Leckie, Karla Gurke, and Joanne Armstrong. Your dedication and countless hours of planning made this event possible.
We are incredibly grateful for everyone who played a part in making Bull Bash 2026 such a memorable night. See you all in 2027!!
Canada Day
Come join us in Austin for Canada day! Slo-pitch tournament – register with Brad 204-872-0807 and then fire works at the Manitoba Ag Museum at Dusk!
Summer day camps
The summer day camps are planned and are ready for parents/caregivers
Hicktown
Join us on August 29 at 9 pm at the Rossendale Community Centre for a Hicktown concert. Tickets are $20 each and available from any Rossendale community centre board member. There will be a raffle draws and a midnight lunch. See you there.
The count down is on
History comes alive at one of Manitoba’s most dynamic family festivals, in Austin. The Manitoba Threshermen’s Reunion & Stampede is an outstanding celebration of Manitoba’s agricultural roots and pioneering spirit. It’s about history, it’s about community, it’s about family. And it’s about fun.
From toddlers to seniors and everyone in between, there is something for everyone at the Manitoba Threshermen’s Reunion & Stampede. Whether it’s your first MTRS or your fiftieth, your visit to Austin will be the highlight of your summer. For more information please visit there website.
If you would like more information about these events, please contact HRC.
Think you missed something, visit our facebook page for more of what is happening in the municipality of North Norfolk. Please let me know. HRC contact hrc@northnorfolk.ca, 204-685-2202