Town of Lac du Bonnet Public Survey - Help Define Our Future

Exploring Future Opportunities for The Town of Lac du Bonnet
Resident & Business Survey

The Town of Lac du Bonnet is conducting a Public Survey to identify needs and opportunities for the future of the local area. By completing this 10 minute survey you will help identify what the municipality should prioritize and focus on to build a viable future for our residents, businesses and visitors.

The input received from this survey will be utilized in the development of the Town of Lac du Bonnet Strategic Plan. As a resident or business owner, your opinions and ideas are important! Each person in your family is invited to participate.

The Survey is being administered by Community Futures Winnipeg River (third party). Questions can be directed to Sharalyn Reitlo at 204.345.2514 or reitlo@cfwr.mb.ca. Survey deadline is February 23, 2026.
Thank you for taking the time to provide your input.
1.I am a resident and/or business owner. *Check all that apply.(Required.)
2.I am a....(Required.)
3.What is your age?
4.Think of the overall community and rate each factor below.
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Unsure or Not Applicable
Overall appearance/attractiveness of the Town of Lac du Bonnet
Public safety - how safe you feel our community is (i.e. lighting, crime, police presence, etc.)
Variety of businesses, products and services available
Variety of recreation and entertainment options available (programs, facilities, outdoor opportunities, etc.)
Active transportation routes and connectivity
Housing availability (various types, housing market, etc.)
Health care available
Services available for seniors
Daycare available
Education services
Accessibility for people with disabilities
Tourism opportunities and natural draw to the area
Collaboration with neighboring municipalities for shared services and joint initiatives
5.Rate each of the municipal services in Lac du Bonnet listed below.
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Unsure or Not Applicable
Public communication and assistance (office hours, customer service, public messaging, etc.)
Community attractiveness
Taxation
Municipal financial management and capital planning
Local parks (equipment, safety, attractiveness, etc.)
Recreation facilities (indoor and outdoor)
Recreation programming
Economic development
Planning and development (land use zoning, building permits, inspections, etc.)
Bylaw enforcement
Quality of drinking water
Sewer services
Garbage service
Recycling service
Winter road clearing
Spring/summer/fall road maintenance (potholes, crack sealing, dust control, etc.)
Sidewalk conditions
Grass cutting and weed maintenance in public spaces
Ditch clearing and drainage
6.From 1-10, rank the infrastructure you think should be prioritized for improvements in Lac du Bonnet.
1st Priority
2nd Priority
3rd Priority
4th Priority
5th Priority
6th Priority
7th Priority
8th Priority
9th Priority
10th Priority
Water
Sewer
Roads
Sidewalks
Recreation Facilities (new or existing)
Municipal Fleet Upgrades (trucks, graders, etc.)
Housing
Serviced Commercial Land
Traffic Safety Features (crosswalks, signage, etc.)
Active Transportation Routes & Connections
7.List any new infrastructure, municipal services, or other community assets that you would like to see developed in Lac du Bonnet.
8.How do you feel about future growth in Lac du Bonnet?
Consider both population and business growth/diversity.
9.Would you recommend that people move to Lac du Bonnet?
10.When you tell people about the local area, what are 3 things you typically mention?
11.Name any ideas you have to increase tourism/visits to Lac du Bonnet.
12.Please note any other ideas or opinions you have that will help to ensure a viable and thriving future for our community.