Heartland Recreation Commission
Key Motivators for 2026
May inspires hope and renewal, often associated with blooming flowers, warmer days, and a fresh start. Key themes include growth, stepping into your potential, and embracing the "bridge" between spring and summer, making it an ideal time for personal reflection and positive change.
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
Spring Dessert Concert
The Southend Band present the Spring Dessert Band Concert on May 21 at 7 pm at the MacGregor Collegiate. Featuring the Pine Creek Community Band. Silver collection at the door and dessert to follow.
MacGregor Town Wide Garage Sale
The MacGregor Chamber of Commerce is hosting the MacGregor Town Wide Garage on May 23rd starting at 8 am. To register your sale on the map please contact McKelvy Agencies. If you don’t live in town the MacGregor Drop-in Centre has tables for rent by contact Irene 204-685-2687. The MacGregor Fire Department is hosting their annual vehicle wash and BBQ lunch. Shop local, support local. Strengthen our community.
Open House
Join us at the MacGregor Drop-in Centre (92 Hampton St E.) on May 9th from 2 till 4 pm for free coffee, tea, sandwiches and snacks. Come see the improvements that have been done to the building – kitchen, bathrooms, new flooring & lights & paint and an automatic door open. Drop in and see what we offer – cards, pool, shuffleboard, carpet bowling, darts and much more. It is a busy Drop in Centre with lots to offer and always Welcoming new folks.
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.
Cleaning Services
Tenders are being accepted for the hall cleaning services at the Austin Community Hall. Deadline for tenders are May 12. Submit tenders to Jared 204-870-1820.
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
Portage Shuttle
Need a ride to Portage from Austin, MacGregor or Sidney? $10 for a ride in the Handivan. Next dates are April 20 and April 28. Call 204-685-2977 to book your seat.
Bus Trip
The MacGregor handivan is taking ladies to Brandon for their Mammograms. Thursday, July 23 leaving MacGregor arena at 11 am and returning after 5 pm. $25 per person for the handivan. Limited seating and there is a form to fill out before June 25. Contact HRC for more details.
START
Set Time Aside To Read Together – Mondays 9:30 – 11:30 am for ages 3 – 5 years old and caregivers at the MacGregor Library. Starting April 6 – May 11. To register stop in at the library or phone 204-685-2796.
Classic Car show
Join us for a fun, family-friendly community event on May 23 at the Lightway trucking parking lot for a Pancake breakfast 8 till 10 am, classic car show - 10 am – 4 pm. Hope’s Journey Home will be collecting newborn diapers for families in need. Invite your friends and come spend the day with us.
Victoria Place
Did you know that Victoria place has foot care, exercise classes, 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 opening May 2, 2026 – weather depending. Thank you to J.P. Wiebe & sons for sponsoring the junior’s program again this golfing season. First tournament is the 9-9-9 with Brett Janz, if you want more information or to register 204-620-1626.
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 May and 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!
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.
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 $9.00 per plate.
Annual BBQ
Come to the Austin Baseball diamonds on May 22 from 5 – 7 pm for hot dog, drink and popsicle. Aso in memory of Silas Wieler, the North Norfolk Minor ball is selling cookies for $1 each and all funds raised will go towards a memorial of Silas’ honor at the new diamonds in Austin. Thank you for your support.
Bingo
You are invited to come join Austin bingo on Thursday nights start at 6 pm at the Austin Hall.
Call for Village Actors
Step into the past and bring history to life with fun, interactive festival skits. No experience needed. Come interact with the Manitoba Thresherman’s reunion visitors and other performers. Talking points will be supplies as well as costumers. Individual and group vignettes. Please contact info@mbagmuseum.ca. Show festival goers what a village may have to looked like in the early 1900’s!
Pancake Breakfast
Join us at the Lavenham Community Hall for a pancake breakfast on May 9, May 23, June 6 and June 20 from 9 am till noon. Cost is by donations and all proceeds will to the upkeep of the Community Hall. See you there.
Short Mat Bowling
Come join us on Thursdays at 1 pm at the MacGregor Drop-in Centre for short mat bowling, everyone is invited to join in for some fun.
Pickleball
This is a free program for adults & youth to come out and pickleball, all you need to bring is a clean pair of indoor shoes and a water bottle. Tuesday starting at 6:30 till 8 pm at the Austin Elementary school.
MacGregor & District Kinette Club - Spring 50/50 Cash Raffle
The MacGregor Kinette’s are excited to launch a new online Spring 50/50 Cash Raffle Fundraiser!
By purchasing a ticket, you’ll have a chance to win 50% of the total jackpot, while the remaining proceeds go directly back into supporting projects, programs, and community initiatives within the Municipality of North Norfolk.
Why your support matters: Funds raised through this raffle help us give back to our community – including supporting local organizations, enhancing community spaces, sponsoring teams, events, and programs, and assisting those in need.
How it works:
• Purchase your tickets securely online through Rafflebox
• Watch the jackpot grow as more tickets are sold
• One lucky winner takes home 50% of the final prize pot!
Draw Date: Friday May 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Location: 35 North Railway Street E. MacGregor, MB
Must be 18+ and located in Manitoba to purchase
Thank you for helping us continue “Serving the Community’s Greatest Need”! Ticket Purchase Link: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/kinette-macgregor-5050
MacGregor Fair
The North Norfolk Agricultural society is starting to plan the 2026 MacGregor fair. If you are interested in getting involved, please email macgregorfair@gmail.com they are always looking for volunteers.
Bull Bash
The North Norfolk Bull Bash will be returning on June 6th, 2026, sponsorship packages are out. Mark it on your calendars.
Golf Lessons
With Brett Janz at the MacGregor Town and Country Golf Course. Juniors $75 Wednesday 4:30 – 6 pm, adults $100 Wednesday’s 8 – 9 pm. Group 1 May 6, 13, 20, 27 & Group 2 June 2, 9, 16, 23. Register with HRC.
If you would like more information about these events, please contact HRC.
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