Best of Both Worlds

Because of its proximity to Winnipeg (100 km) and Portage-la-Prairie (40 km), Saint-Claude is an ideal place to live, where one can enjoy the best of country living, with a French flavour, and yet take advantage of what the larger urban centres have to offer.  For out of town visitors,  our website will give you a summary of interesting information on our beautiful Village. Click on the Tourism Link and you'll see that we really do have the best of both worlds.

Although predominantly French-Canadian, the popula­tion of Saint-Claude comprises many other nationalities, including English, Belgian, Swiss, Ukranian, Dutch, Métis, Asian and others, all working together for the benefit of the community.

The Complexe scolaire St. Claude School Complex, a Kindergarten to Senior IV school, offers the choice of an English program of education, or a 50% French - 50% English program. An Industrial Arts program is also offered. For more information, visit www.stclaude.prairiespirit.mb.ca. Alternatively, the École communautaire Gilbert-Rosset offers a French program from Kindergarten to S4, and may be contacted at here.

A service centre for this predominantly agricultural region, Saint-Claude has capitalized on its major strength, the dairy industry. Parmalat Foods, which employs 35 people, produces skim milk powder and butter.

A modern 12-bed hospital, a health clinic and two doctors are but a few of the many health services offered in Saint-Claude. A well organized home care program, a 12-suite Manor and an 18-bed Personal Care Home make Saint-Claude an ideal retirement community. The Saint-Claude Residence is home to six physically and/or mentally challenged adults some of whom work daily at Mountain Industries. Six life-lease homes are also available at the Villa to residents of 55 plus.

The community is in the process of fundraising and negotiations with the province to construct a new Wellness Centre which will be situated next to the existing health centre. This $1.6 million building will encompass the clinic, offices for various ancillary medical staff and a fitness centre. See the Community Events Page for information about the upcoming auction.

Looking for business opportunities? Check out our Community Development Corporation to find out why Saint-Claude is great place to do business. Additional information and a community profile can be found under the Community Services Link.

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Local Government information such as municipal notices along with  contact information for staff and council can be found under the Town Hall Link.