The City of Steinbach, Manitoba, has posted its 2026 weed control notices, giving residents a heads-up about the municipality’s plan to spray public green spaces and reminding property owners they must keep noxious weeds in check on their own land.
On July 17, the city issued a public notice that weed control is the responsibility of every property owner, agent, or occupant under Manitoba’s Noxious Weeds Act. If weeds get out of hand and the owner doesn’t deal with them, the city can step onto the property, destroy the weeds, and add the cost to the owner’s tax bill.
The city’s own pesticide program will target noxious weeds on road allowances, boulevards, in parks, green spaces, and cemeteries. Crews will use herbicides including Par 3, Roundup, Trillion, and Shotgun 540. The work is scheduled between April 1 and October 31, 2026.
For years, Manitoba had a ban on cosmetic pesticides that made it harder for cities to manage weeds. From 2014 to 2022, Steinbach saw its annual weed control costs skyrocket from about $15,000 to roughly $237,000. The city’s council pushed hard for the province to lift the ban, which finally happened late in 2022. Now, the city can once again use conventional herbicides to keep public spaces looking tidy.
Residents who spot problem weeds can report them to the city by calling 204-346-6561, emailing [email protected], or filling out a form on the city’s directory page. The full notices are available on the City of Steinbach website, and more details about park maintenance can be found on the parks and rec page.
