Pembina Manitou Culture and Heritage Association
The Pembina Manitou Culture and Heritage Association (registration number 799717749RR0001) is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the Manitou and Pembina regions. Established in Manitoba, the association focuses on archival preservation, community engagement, and the designation of heritage sites.

Mission and Activities
The association's mission includes providing historical information to the community, hosting heritage-focused events, and collaborating with local entities such as the Manitou Library and the Municipality of Pembina to manage archival collections[1]. Key activities involve preserving documentary, photographic, and architectural heritage, designating heritage sites, and funding new heritage initiatives[1][4].

Archival Collections
The association oversees the Pembina Manitou Archive, which houses tens of thousands of digitized documents, including over 750,000 pages of text and photographs[2]. Notable holdings include the world's largest digital collection of materials related to suffragist and author Nellie L. McClung[2].

Collaborations
The organization works with volunteers, the Municipality of Pembina, and the Manitou Opera House Management Committee to expand archival accessibility and promote heritage tourism[1][4]. It also supports the operation of the Pembina Manitou Log House Tourism Centre as part of its outreach efforts[4].

Governance
Operating as a volunteer-driven committee, the association emphasizes community participation in heritage projects, including fundraising and educational programs[1][5]. Its structure ensures collaborative management of both physical and virtual archives to safeguard regional history[1][2].

Heritage Designation
A core function involves researching and designating heritage sites within the district, ensuring recognized properties are appropriately marked and preserved[1][4]. The association provides seed funding to groups seeking to launch heritage-related initiatives[1].

Impact
Through its archival work and public events, the association enhances awareness of local history, fostering a sense of identity and continuity for residents and researchers[2][4]. Its digital archive serves as a critical resource for academic and genealogical research[2].