Residents in the Municipality of North Cypress–Langford who rely on private wells will have two opportunities next year to have their drinking water tested at no cost. The municipality has scheduled free drop‑off days for June 10 and June 24, 2026, giving rural households a simple way to confirm their water is safe. Details are posted on the municipality’s notices page:
While the exact drop‑off location has not yet been confirmed, the municipal office at 316 4th Avenue in Carberry is expected to be the primary site. Residents are encouraged to call ahead for instructions on how to collect and submit their samples.
Regular testing is especially important in this region. A provincial fact sheet notes that the shallow sand aquifer near Carberry has shown elevated levels of arsenic — a contaminant with no taste or smell. Because arsenic can only be detected through laboratory analysis, private well owners are responsible for monitoring and treating their own water. Health Canada’s maximum safe limit is 0.01 mg/L, a standard also used by Manitoba for public systems.
Typically, the province subsidizes bacterial testing through Duracan Ltd. in Winnipeg, reducing the cost to $17.67. The municipality’s free testing events remove that cost entirely, making it easier for families to stay on top of annual checks.
North Cypress–Langford, which includes the Town of Carberry, has a population of about 2,745, with many residents relying on private wells. Municipal officials recommend testing at least once a year, ideally in spring after snowmelt — making next June’s free program well‑timed for local needs.
