The Winnipeg Model Railroad Club is now 100% NMRA

 As of January 1, 2024, the Winnipeg Model Railroad Club has become 100% NMRA. The members voted to join the NMRA at their meeting in September 2023. This initiative was the sole effort of WMRC President John Bate, who has been an active member in both the WMRC and the NMRA. When the motion to become 100% NMRA was brought before the membership, the vote was unanimous. 

For a ten dollar increase in the dues to $40CDN, every WMRC member became an NMRA member. Members of the NMRA in the No. 1 Northern Division who are not members of the WMRC can remain outside of the club at their choosing. 

The No.1 Northern Division will remain as a separate entity, with Ian Plett and Paul Ullrich serving as Superintendent and vice-superintendent respectively. The WMRC, along with the No.1 Northern Division’s Free-Mo group, are parts of the No.1 Northern Division, operating autonomously under their own executive.