The Braintree Creation Care Centre is a new initiative of Canadian Mennonite
University (CMU). It is located in East Braintree, Man., 100 kilometres east of
Winnipeg on the Trans Canada Highway.
The Centre has been made possible by the generosity of Walter and Elly Loewen, who donated this wonderful property to CMU. The gift consists of 700 acres of woodlands, hay fields and peat bogs, with the clear waters of the Boggy River running right through it. Much of this land is protected by a Nature Conservancy agreement and will remain in its pristine condition indefinitely. In addition to a two-story lodge with sleeping quarters for twelve people, there are three rustic cabins in the woods, as well as a modern bungalow and other assorted buildings.
The land was formally donated to CMU on March 12, 2008. Read a story about the event.
Purpose of the Centre
The purpose of the Braintree Creation Care Centre of CMU is:
- To be a wetlands and boreal forest research station
- To be an undergraduate learning centre for colleges and universities
- To be a centre for church and community programs
- To be a retreat centre
- To provide rental opportunities for private events
For more information, contact the Director Ken Reddig by email at Braintree@cmu.ca or phone: 487.3300
