Municipality of Ste. Anne

The Birth of an Independent Municipality 

The Rural Municipality of Ste. Anne, in Manitoba (RMSA), is one of the first colonized areas of the province. The first settlers arrived in 1856 at Pointe-des-Chênes, in search of farmland. The Dawson Trail, built between 1868 and 1871, played a key role in the development of the region. The municipality was established in 1881, and then re-established in 1908. It is now independent from the city of Ste. Anne. 

A rich heritage filled with history

The Ste. Anne County Court and Municipal Building, erected in 1908, is a two-story brick building that played a central role in the administration of the region. It bears inscriptions from 1884 and 1910, marking key periods of its history. Restored at the same time as the recreation of the rural municipality of Ste. Anne, it now serves as the headquarters for a real estate management company. The Roman Catholic Church and Cemetery of Ste. Anne, built from 1895 to 1898 in a Romanesque style, represent one of the oldest parishes in southeastern Manitoba, founded in 1859 for Métis and French settlers. It is adorned with paintings by Leo Mol and was designated a municipal historic site in 2006. The Sainte-Anne-des-Chênes Pioneer Village offers a window into the past with its historic buildings, exhibitions, and artifacts that tell the story of the early settlers. These historic sites provide an immersion into the rich heritage of the region and are precious witnesses to Manitoba’s history. 

A municipality where one feels at home 

Sainte-Anne, a bilingual municipality in Manitoba with a quarter of the population fluent in both official languages, is known for its Sainte-Anne Hospital, a rural health center offering a wide range of medical services, including obstetric, surgical, intensive care, as well as a 24/7 emergency service. Educationally, the town has several educational institutions, including a French school, an immersion school, and an English-speaking school, reflecting its commitment to learning and cultural diversity. In terms of tourism, Sainte-Anne has made significant investments to become an attractive destination, with renowned golf courses and the Lilac Resort offering a variety of vacation accommodations. The annual Dawson Trail Days festival enriches the cultural life with activities such as baseball, a parade, music, dance, and fireworks. This dynamic community emphasizes health, education, and well-being, making Sainte-Anne a favored place for both residents and visitors. 

RMSA in a few numbers 

-Résidents (2021): 5584 

-Bilinguals: 1270 people 

-Homeowners: 91%