The local economy of the area is based on
agriculture including small grains and oil seeds. Mining, forestry
and tourism are also major industries in the R.M. of Lac du Bonnet.
The first subdivision, a quarter section of land not zoned
industrial is adjacent to the airport. The other subdivision
contains twenty acres available for commercial use along Highway 11.
Landing strip, float plane
services – public terminal
Public
Tourism and Recreation
There are over 60 kilometers (35
miles) of waterways in the region. The area is the second most
popular fishing region in the province; second only to the Red
River. Situated at the boundary of prairie farmland and boreal
forest, the R.M. of Lac du Bonnet is also bird watchers’ paradise.
Over 300 species of birds can be found within a few kilometers of
the Winnipeg River. This variety is mainly due to the region’s
unique topography and assortment of rivers, lakes and marshes.
Swimming, boating, water skiing, baseball and slow-pitch are popular
summer activities, and are enjoyed by thousands of cottagers,
campers and locals who spend their summer vacations in the area.
The R.M., along with other regional Municipalities, have joined in
as partners to the building of the Trans-Canada Trail. Winter
activities include snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and ice
fishing. An active Recreation Commission with a full-time
Recreation Director on staff coordinates many programs and
activities year round in conjunction with the town. A water-ski
facility and club, a power toboggan club and groomed trails,
archery, walking and cycling trails and Old Pinawa Dam Provincial
Heritage Park are located within the R.M.
Economy of Lac Du Bonnet Rural Municipality
