Rebuilding After Lac du Bonnet Fire | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Fifteen months after a wildfire obliterated homes and claimed lives in Lac du Bonnet, the town is rising from the ashes—with new cottages sprouting where smoke once lingered. Brian Curtis, who lost his 19-year-old cottage, now focuses on rebuilding, recalling the terrifying moment he realized the fire was near. While some residents like Ron Runzer salvaged parts of their homes, insurance and permits have slowed recovery. This year’s fire season was milder than last year’s record-breaking blaze, but memories of displacement still haunt the community. In tribute, a bridge bears the names of…