WELCOME to VIRDEN
As Mayor, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Virden. Ours is a thriving community where a unique blend of town and country has produced the ideal place to live, work and play. Located midway between Winnipeg and Regina, at the intersection of two major highways and the CPR mainline, Virden offers opportunity, combined with old-fashioned warmth and hospitality.
Virden is a safe and secure community where families can live life to the fullest, surrounded by local history and rural landscapes. From our rich heritage homes and new residential developments to our seniors’ independent and assisted living facilities, Virden offers something for all ages and lifestyles.
As a regional centre for the agriculture and oil industry, Virden has a strong and diversified industrial base providing abundant employment and new business growth opportunities.
With a modern integrated hospital, lab and medical clinic and 4 schools providing K-12, we have excellent health care and educational services and facilities.
Virden residents seeking a healthy, active way of life can choose from a wide range of recreational activities. Visit our sports facilities where programs are featured for all ages. For the golfer, Virden and its surrounding areas are a golfer’s paradise. For the nature lover, cross country skiing, water skiing, bird watching, hiking, and canoeing are a few of the activities that are available to you. For the artistically inclined check out the various art programs and displays offered by the Virden Community Arts Council located in the historic CP Train Station or take in an evening of on-stage entertainment at our famous Aud Theatre.
Rich in heritage yet clearly focused on the future, Virden continues to position itself for sustainable growth into the future. Our council and management take pride in their business-like approach to governance, our history of sound financial management and the ability to promote growth. Our approach to governance and community planning are the cornerstones of our success.
Mayor Bruce Dunning