Early settlers also included Ukrainian and Polish pioneers who eventually established their own churches, meeting halls and other required services along the Red River. Although many new residents have moved to the region, descendants of these early farming pioneers still live in the municipality as evident in the area's strong cultural and community ties. The Rural Municipality of Ritchot extends from the Perimeter Highway south of Winnipeg between Highways 75 and Highway 59. The region is currently enjoying an above average growth rate as young families and retired individuals alike choose to make their homes in the region. The region has a well developed commercial sector offering services ranging from groceries, auto sales and service, restaurants and hotels, construction services, financial services, and recreation facilities.
Area schools provide education in French and English.
Agriculture is also important to the region which includes cereal and oilseed operations, hog operations and dairy farms. The rural municipality features spacious residential lots as well as ideal land for commercial development. A new subdivision in St. Adolphe and the Riel Industrial Park in Ste Agathe are conveniently located for easy access to the city of Winnipeg. Follow the links for more information about RM of Ritchot's communities. For information about services available in the municipality, click here .