Caring for the Urban Seine River Greenway. Building Community Together.

Restore, Protect, Connect: SOS Land Care Season is here 

Garbage Clean Up at Aimes Bridge Parking Lot 

When: Friday, 22nd of May 

Meet Up at 10:00am, Or join us anytime between 10:00 - 12:00pm

Meet at the parking lot just north of the Perimeter and Aimes Bridge and west of the Seine River.

Drive south taking the last left turn off St Anne’s Rd before the Perimeter. Turn almost immediately right following Creek Bend Road to the right. The parking lot is on your left before Aimes Bridge. OR Cycle south through Creek Bend Park till you reach the Parking Lot.

Bring gloves and a long handled pick up stick if you have one. Remember it is TICK season. 

Buckthorn Removal in Kavanagh Park

European Buckthorn is one of the most destructive invasive plants spreading through Winnipeg’s urban forests and river corridors. Originally introduced from Europe as an ornamental hedge plant, it now aggressively crowds out native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers that local birds, pollinators, and wildlife depend on. Dense thickets of Buckthorn block sunlight from reaching the forest floor, weaken biodiversity, disrupt natural regeneration, and leave our green spaces less healthy and less resilient over time. Along the Seine River Greenway, Buckthorn has become a major threat to the ecological health of the river corridor.

Removing Buckthorn can be hard work, but it is one of the most important things we can do to help restore native habitat and protect the long-term health of the Urban Seine River. Every stem removed creates more space for native plants, healthier forests, better wildlife habitat, and stronger ecological resilience for future generations. Community stewardship truly makes a difference. When volunteers come together to remove invasive species, they are not simply clearing brush. They are actively helping important ecological zones recover and strengthening the health of the riparian forest for years to come.

To learn more watch this video : Save Our Seine volunteer Robyn Palmer shares information on invasive European Buckthorn within the Seine River Greenway ecosystem

EVENT DETAILS:

When: Every Wednesday, 5pm -7pm

Next Event: May 27th

Paddle the Seine and Celebrate Community on May 30

On Saturday, May 30, paddlers from across Winnipeg will come together for Rendez-Vous Rivyayr Seine, a one-of-a-kind community river experience celebrating the beauty, culture, and spirit of the Seine River.

Whether you are an experienced paddler or simply looking for a fun way to connect with the river and community, this is an event you will not want to miss.

Participants can choose from multiple paddle routes along the Seine River before arriving at a vibrant riverside celebration at Lagimodière-Gaboury Park featuring:

• Live music

• Métis Kitchen Party atmosphere

• Food and refreshments

• Door prizes, including a kayak and MEC gift bundle

• Community celebration along the river

Not paddling? No problem. The afternoon celebration is open to everyone.

This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the Seine River from a new perspective, celebrate local culture and community, and spend a spring day outdoors with friends and family.

For full event details, launch locations, registration, and celebration tickets, visit:

• Event Information & Registration

  
  

We hope to see you on the river!