Manitoba river lots
River lots are the long, narrow riverfront parcels laid out in Manitoba's early settlement surveys, giving many owners access to the river. They differ from both the DLS grid and Ontario's lots and concessions.
Why river lots look different
Each lot is narrow at the river and stretches far back from it, within a named parish. The canonical field model for river lots is being finalised; the decoder recognises them and routes to Township Canada for the full breakdown.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Manitoba river lot?
A long, narrow riverfront parcel laid out in Manitoba's early settlement surveys along rivers such as the Red and Assiniboine, described by lot number and parish rather than the DLS grid.
Can this tool decode river and parish lots?
They are recognised today; full decoding and mapping are coming soon while the field model is finalised.
Last reviewed June 2026. General information about survey systems — not legal, title, or survey advice.
Sources: Manitoba Historical Society — Surveys of Manitoba, Association of Manitoba Land Surveyors — History.