First steps
Beyond the community’s warm welcome, specialized services are available to help you settle in, whether you are on your own or with your family.
L’Accueil francophone, a provincial organization, is your go-to resource, assisting with everything from needs assessment to opening a bank account, finding housing, obtaining a social insurance number, and navigating government and community services. A qualified settlement officer will guide you through every step, ensuring a smooth move to the Seine River region.
Still abroad but have a residency confirmation from the Government of Canada? If so, you are eligible to use Accueil francophone’s pre-arrival services.
Schooling and early childhood
Living in French in a bilingual community
As a bilingual country, Canada offers a choice between French- and English-speaking schools.
Note, however, that enrolling your children in a French-speaking school ensures they learn both official languages, as English is also part of the curriculum. Bilingualism will be a valuable asset to your children, enhancing their future job prospects.
If you choose an English-speaking school, be prepared to communicate with staff exclusively in English.
Children typically start school in kindergarten. Accredited daycare centres are available for younger children. Since waitlists are common, it’s best to register as early as possible.
La Broquerie
- Arborgate School : grades 1 to 8 (English school)
- Daycare centre
- École Saint-Joachim: grades 1 to 12
- Kindergarten Les p’tits brisous Inc
Taché
- Daycare centre (Lorette)
- École Lagimodière: preschool to grade 8
- École Lorette Immersion: preschool to grade 8
- Collège regional Gabrielle Roy: grades 9 to 12
- Collège Lorette Collegiate: grades 9 to 12 (bilingual school)
Ste. Anne
- Les petits amis daycare
- École Pointe-des-Chênes: kindergarten to grade 12
- Ste.Anne Immersion: kindergarten to grade 12
- Ste.Anne Collegiate
Health
Manitoba’s public health care system ensures residents receive care when and where they need it. With a valid health card, you can access public health services, including hospitals, clinics, and vaccinations—and, if you’re fortunate, a family doctor. But don’t worry—walk-in clinics provide excellent care, and their services are free.
While health care itself is free, prescription medications may not be covered unless you have private insurance or employer-provided coverage.
To learn more about Manitoba’s health care system: Residents Portal | Residents (gov.mb.ca)
Browse the Manitoba health and social services network navigation guide, a French-language document developed by Santé en français in collaboration with the Réseau en immigration francophone du Manitoba.
La Broquerie
- Seine Medical Centre La Broquerie
- Southern Health – Santé Sud regional office
- Seine Medical Centre
- Ste.Anne Hospital
Taché & Ste. Anne
- Seine Medical Centre
- Ste.Anne Hospital
Employment
Finding work is likely your top priority. In the Seine River region, support services are available free of charge. Your settlement officer will connect you with specialized organizations to assess your skills, explore career options, and assist with your job search.
Beyond employability-related services, our partners also offer training workshops to help you navigate the job market.
Language training
The importance of learning or improving your English should not be underestimated. As a permanent resident, French will be a major asset, but many employers require fluency in English.
French and/or English courses for newcomers are free of charge. You’ll study at your own level, with progress assessed and recognized. Contact your settlement officer for more information.
Did you know? Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invests heavily in language training for permanent residents to help them secure jobs that match their qualifications.
To access these services, you’ll need to take tests to assess your language proficiency.
If you’ve chosen the Seine River region “Welcoming Francophone Community,” you may be eligible for online English courses. Contact your settlement officer for more details.
Volunteerism, a Canadian value
Volunteering is a great way to connect with your community, expand your network, give back, and gain appreciation.
Both the Seine River region and Winnipeg offer many volunteer opportunities.
Be sure to include your volunteer experience on your résumé— it will be valued by employers.
Did you know? In 2018, over 24 million Canadians contributed approximately 5 billion hours to volunteer activities.
Cultural and sporting activities
Whether free or paid, the Seine River region offers ample opportunities to enjoy your favourite sport at a community centre, gym or outdoors.
Skating and cross-country skiing are easy to learn and will help you embrace the Canadian winter.
La Broquerie
- Conseil jeunesse provincial (CJP)
- La Broquerie Sports Club
- Comité culturel de La Broquerie
- Hylife Centre
- Horseback riding
Taché
- Comité culturel de Lorette
- Lorette Community Complex
- Rural Municipality of Taché, Manitoba – Recreation Program Support (rmtache.ca)
- Monseigneur Taché historic site
Ste. Anne
- Ste.Anne Winter Carnival
- Dawson Road
- Comité culturel de Sainte-Anne
- Oakwood Golf Course