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Napinka
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 Napinka
Location in Manitoba
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Manitoba |
| Region | Westman Region |
| Census Division | No. 5 |
| Established, | 1882 |
| Incorporated | 1908 |
| Dissolved | 1986 |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Postal Code |
R0M 1N0
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| Area code(s) | 204 |
| NTS Map | 062F07 |
| GNBC Code | GASUJ |
Napinka is a small, unincorporated community located in southwestern Manitoba, Canada. An "unincorporated community" means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it is part of a larger area that manages its services.
Napinka was first established in 1882. It later became an official village on May 1, 1908. This meant it gained its own local government and could make decisions for its residents. However, on January 1, 1986, the village government was dissolved. Napinka then became part of the Rural Municipality of Brenda. This larger area is now known as the Municipality of Brenda – Waskada.
About Napinka
Napinka is situated in the Westman Region of Manitoba. This area is known for its wide-open spaces and agricultural land. The community is part of Census Division No. 5 in Manitoba.
The postal code for Napinka is R0M 1N0. Its area code for phone numbers is 204. Like much of Manitoba, Napinka observes Central Time. This means it is 6 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) during standard time. During daylight saving time, it shifts to Central Daylight Time (CDT), which is 5 hours behind UTC.
History of Napinka
The story of Napinka began in 1882 when the first settlers arrived. These early pioneers helped build the community from the ground up. They established homes, farms, and businesses. As more people moved to the area, the community grew.
Becoming an "incorporated village" in 1908 was a big step for Napinka. This allowed the residents to elect their own council. This council would then manage local services. These services included things like roads, water, and community buildings. It gave the people of Napinka more control over their daily lives.
However, over time, many small villages in Canada faced challenges. Populations sometimes decreased, and it became harder to maintain separate local governments. In 1986, Napinka's village status was dissolved. It joined the larger Rural Municipality of Brenda. This change meant that services for Napinka are now managed by the municipality.
Government Representation
Even though Napinka is an unincorporated community, its residents are still represented in government. They are part of the larger electoral districts.
- Member of Parliament (MP): The community is represented in the Canadian Parliament by an MP. The current MP for the area is Larry Maguire. An MP works in Ottawa to represent the people of their region.
- Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): At the provincial level, Napinka is represented in the Manitoba Legislative Assembly. The current MLA for the area is Doyle Piwniuk. An MLA works in Winnipeg to represent their local area in the provincial government.
These representatives ensure that the voices of Napinka's residents are heard. They help with issues that affect the community.
