Rural Municipality of Ritchot

Rural Municipality of Ritchot: Countries Skies. City Ties.

Located just 15 km south of Winnipeg, the RM of Ritchot has an exceptional living environment, offering all the advantages of country living, close to the city. Roughly 40% of residents speak French, making it a welcoming, bilingual community.

Highlights:

- Skilled, multilingual workforce
- Strategic location vis-à-vis the United States
- Affordable cost of living
- Quality cultural and sports facilities
- Hydroelectric rates among the lowest in North America

A booming municipality

Ritchot is growing fast with a 21%-plus population increase in the past five years, compared with the provincial average of 5.8%. This momentum is attracting high-profile businesses such as the University of Manitoba’s Glenlea Research Centre.

Vibrant communities

The RM of Ritchot consists of several communities: St. Adolphe, Ste. Agathe, Île-des-Chênes, Grande Pointe, Glenlea, Howden and Red River Drive

Saint-Adolphe

Home to the municipal office and offers many multi-family housing options and affordable lots.

Sainte-Agathe

The Riel Industrial Park is ideal for businesses.

Île-des-Chênes

Home to the Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre, a one-of-a-kind facility for injured wildlife, and an interpretive park. It also boasts the country’s first geothermal system, providing heating and cooling to its community facilities.

A business-friendly environment

Ritchot actively supports local economic development:

Chamber of Commerce with close to 100 local businesses
Riel Industrial Park, located on the Canada-U.S. north-south corridor, with access by road or rail