Your Premier getting the Order of Manitoba is just not right.

Morning from the Interlake — here's what's happening in Selkirk today.

You know, there's a lot of chatter around the province about who deserves the Order of Manitoba. And then you see someone asking if simply serving as premier is enough to get that honour. It makes you wonder about the whole process, doesn't it? This isn't just some award; it's supposed to recognize people who've truly made a significant mark on our province, folks who've gone above and beyond. It’s about building up our communities, just like the people who built the Gerdau mill or those who work tirelessly at the Selkirk Mental Health Centre. Being premier is a job, an important one, but it doesn't automatically mean you've earned a place among Manitoba's most distinguished citizens.

It really comes down to what we value as a city and a province. We've got folks right here in Selkirk who've dedicated their lives to preserving our history at the Marine Museum of Manitoba, or those who protect our waters along the Red River, ensuring the pickerel and catfish runs stay strong for generations. They don't do it for the titles; they do it because it matters. The Order of Manitoba should reflect that kind of deep, personal investment and lasting impact, not just political office.

### What This Means for Selkirk

* **Honouring True Service:** This conversation reminds us to recognize the everyday heroes in Selkirk, the ones who quietly contribute to our schools, our parks, and our local businesses on Manitoba Avenue.

* **Defining Merit:** It pushes us to consider what true merit looks like, beyond the glare of political campaigns. It’s about actions, not just titles.

* **Civic Pride:** For a city like Selkirk, which has always prided itself on its independence and strong local identity, these discussions reinforce the idea that real respect is earned through genuine contribution, not just proximity to power.

It’s important that we, as Selkirk residents, keep these conversations going. We know what it means to build something lasting, something that truly contributes to the fabric of our home. We’re not a suburb of Winnipeg; we’re our own place, with our own standards.

Nolan Chicken, MiTL Sports Desk, Selkirk.

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