Bowsman was originally incorporated as a
village in 1949. the name was shortened to Bowsman in 1952. A monument to commemorate the day of the "Biffy Burning" was dedicated on Canada Day, 1970. In 1971,
postal codes in Manitoba were introduced; Bowsman's postal code was changed to R0L 0H0 which is said to stand for "Roll Our Loyal Out Houses Over" in honour of this event. == Demographics ==