It's not just the residents who are happy to hear the Portage la Prairie Bear Clan patrols are taking place later this month.

"The Portage la Prairie RCMP would like to congratulate the Bear Clan on their upcoming patrols," says Cst. Larry Neufeld. "This was a grassroots initiative and it's come to fruition through the hard work of volunteers."

It was announced on Friday that the first Bear Clan Patrol would be taking place Friday, January 24th with plans to patrol every Friday from 6 to 8 p.m.

"We support their effort, and we'll continue to provide assistance," says Cst. Neufeld. "Stay warm and stay safe."

The location of the patrol has not been revealed yet, but more information is coming on that, soon. Once the location is released, you can show up to help patrol at 5:30.