Accommodations
Where to Stay
Planning to join us for Ile-à-la-Crosse’s 250th celebration? We’re excited to welcome you home—and we’ve got a range of accommodations to help make your stay comfortable.
From Cozy to Camping – Stay Your Way
Whether you’re looking for the comforts of a warm bed or the experience of sleeping under the stars, we’re working hard to provide options that suit every visitor:
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​ Tents and tipis for a traditional experience
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Local motel accommodations
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Airbnbs (including newly renovated 4-plex units)
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RV rentals and parking spaces​
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Bringing your own RV or camper? Great! Please let us know in advance so we can secure a space for you.
More details and booking information will be available soon. Stay tuned and check back here as we finalize accommodations, rates, and reservation instructions.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
The Northern Village of Ile-a-la Crosse is issuing a Call for Proposals for lodging services.
As part of the proposal package, the successful person(s) would be required to supply the following at South Bay War Veterans Park.
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A mixture of 20 nylon and canvas tents for campers attending the celebration with cots, bedding, etc. Ability to offer camper trailer rentals would be an addition to services provided.
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Supply options for power (if providing camper trailer rentals).
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Daily breakfast for guests.
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Security on premises for guests’ personal items.
The successful person(s) would have exclusive access to the North Side of South Bay War Veterans Park to offer lodging services from July 2-9, 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to download the tender package available here or by requesting a paper copy from the Northern Village of Ile-a-la Crosse office and submit in a sealed envelop before 12 noon on December 31, 2025 to:
South Bay Lodging Tender
Northern Village of Ile-a-la Crosse
Box 280 Ile-a-la Crosse
SK S0M 1C0
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