Board
Organization
Rivers West Red River Corridor Association Inc. / L’Association du Corrridor Rivière Rouge (Rivers West) is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in 1999. The Articles of Incorporation were revised in 2002 to reflect expanded geographical boundaries, now spanning from the US/Canada border to
Rivers West will, in working directly with the Province of Manitoba, all regional levels of government, First Nations and all key stakeholders and citizens, facilitate and encourage a cooperative and integrated Management Approach that will recognize, promote and sustain the cultural heritage values for which the Red River has been designated a Canadian Heritage River, as well as the River’s natural heritage and recreational values.
Rivers West is positioned to assist the operators, communities, and organizations of the
Rivers West is a member-based organization. Members are those persons who reside in the geographic area and/or hold an executive position inside an organization located within the Red River Corridor. The Corridor is deemed to include all municipalities bordered on the banks of the Red River between the US/Canada border and
Goals
The vision for Rivers West will be realized incrementally through the following long-term goals.
Goal #1: Natural Environment – restore and protect the Corridor’s natural environment through the application and encouragement of sustainable practices
Goal #2: Cultural and Heritage – bring to life the richness of the Corridor’s culture and history through activities and education.
Goal #3: Recreation – support year-round recreational use of the Corridor through passive and active opportunities.
Goal #4: Infrastructure – as part of an integrated master plan, develop community infrastructure to support access to the Corridor’s attractions.
Goal #5: Marketing and Promotion – promote and market the conservation and tourism potential of the Corridor locally, nationally, and internationally.
The following principles are particularly critical to Rivers West. These principles will help guide the day-to-day work of the organization as it seeks to achieve its goals.
Partnership: working with industry leaders and others to build win/win relationships and leverage resources.
Adaptability: responding with flexibility and speed given the freedom of a non-government organization.
Balance: representing all stakeholder interests fairly in consideration of the needs of the entire Corridor.
Board Members
Principles
Rivers West is a non-profit association that reports to a board of directors. The board is comprised of members that represent diverse interests and many of the communities along the Red River.
Funders
Rivers West is pleased to receive financial support from the federal and provincial governments and benefit from the participation of rural municipalities, towns and cities along the length of the river.
From Emerson to Lake Winnipeg, the Red River offers natural space, historic sites and recreational activities for Manitobans and visitors. Lower Fort Garry, Twin Oaks, Kennedy House and St. Andrews Church are well known favourites. However, the Red River has many other hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.
The city of Winnipeg and the towns and villages along the Red River will benefit from the tourism and economic development initiatives of Rivers West. The conservation and sustainable development principles it is championing will further protect the historic and scenic value of the Red River Corridor.
Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) is proud to support Rivers West as it restores the Red River and celebrates the pivotal role this historic waterway continues to play in the history, culture and development of Manitoba.
The Honourable Lynne Yelich,P.C., M.P. Minister of National Revenue and Minister of Western Economic Diversification.
The Province of Manitoba is pleased to support Rivers West and its commitment to bring to life the natural beauty and historic relevance of the Red River corridor from Emerson to Lake Winnipeg.
As Minister of Culture, Heritage and Tourism, I commend Rivers West on its efforts to promote tourism and economic development along the Red by highlighting its fascinating heritage, geography and community attractions. I encourage Manitobans and visitors alike to discover the treasures along this historic transportation route of First Nations and Metis peoples, voyageurs, explorers and traders of the historic fur trade era.
Explore this website for more information on Rivers West and its exciting plans for Manitoba communities along the Red River. For more information on self-directed tours of the Red River corridor, visit www.routesonthered.ca
Eric Robinson, Minister
Manitoba Culture, Heritage and Tourism
