Elie, Manitoba is a charming unincorporated community recognized as a local urban district in the Rural Municipality of Cartier. Nestled in the heart of the Canadian province of Manitoba, Elie offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Elie is conveniently located approximately 30 km (19 mi) west of Winnipeg along the Trans-Canada Highway. The Assiniboine River, forming the northern boundary of the municipality of Cartier, adds to the scenic beauty of the area. Other significant communities around Elie include St. Eustache, Dacotah, and Springstein, each with its own unique charm and attractions.
Elie has a rich history that dates back to the early 1980s when Telidon videotex technology was being tested across Canada. Elie was chosen as one of the test beds, with the then government-owned Manitoba Telephone System leading the initiative. This event marked a significant milestone in the technological history of the community.
On June 22, 2007, Elie was hit by an F5 tornado, the most powerful ever recorded in Canada. The tornado damaged a flour mill and destroyed several houses, even ripping two well-built houses off their foundations. A car was also thrown 100 metres (330 ft). Despite the severity of the tornado, there were no injuries or deaths, thanks to early warnings provided by Environment Canada that allowed residents enough time to seek protection.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Elie had a population of 705 living in 250 of its 257 total private dwellings. This represented a change of 1.3% from its 2016 population of 696. With a land area of 8 km2 (3.1 sq mi), Elie had a population density of 88.1/km2 (228.2/sq mi) in 2021. This growing community continues to maintain its charm while offering a welcoming environment for new residents.
