ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Agriculture Society hosted their annual Northwest Roundup and Exhibition for 4 action packed days of grandstand excitement. Here are some of the highlights.

ValleyBiz Story | After a sweltering start to the Northwest Roundup and Exhibition on the afternoon of Thursday July 25, 2024 the weather for the parade on Friday morning was near perfect. It was a Bee-utiful day! The theme of the parade was Celebrating the Musical Ride which could be seen in the design of […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Northwest Roundup and Exhibition in Swan River welcomed the RCMP Musical Ride on July 27 and 28, 2024. The grandstands were packed for two impressive performances steeped in Canadian tradition. Mounties in their iconic red serge and their horses demonstrated skill, timing and coordination as they performed precise movements and intricate […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik Cowan Trail Celebration Saturday, August 24, 2024 Cowan Community Centre Pancake Breakfast 8:30 am – 12:00 pm Pancakes, Sausages, and Hashbrowns Adults $12 Horse Trail Ride Leaves at 10:30 am (rain or shine) Registration includes supper Adults $30 Ashley 204-525-2029 Beef Supper 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Wide Food Selection Adults […]

Submitted by: June McKenzie July 24, 2024 This week’s honours goes to Three:30 Paper, Decor and Gifts on 5th Ave N. (formerly Bee Gee’s Stationery). It is neat and welcoming inside and out. The Welcome sign and beautiful, bright flowers will catch your attention. New signage is coming soon

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report July 23, 2024 Northwest Region Another week of hot weather with temperatures in the high 20’s and into 30’s. The Pas station had the highest recorded temperature at 31°C degrees. Only some areas received precipitation this week with Drifting River receiving the most at 19 mm. High humidity and smoky conditions […]

RCMP Media Release | On July 8, 2024, Swan River RCMP received a report of a sudden death in Sapotaweyak Cree Nation, Manitoba. Officers attended the residence and located a 54-year-old female deceased inside her home. An autopsy was conducted and it has been determined that the female died as the result of an injury […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Skateboard Union (Town of Swan River) received a grant to resurface the concrete at the skateboard park. This free public space is used frequently by the community and allows a safe space for everyone to pursue BMXing, skateboarding, and scooter riding. The Community Foundation of Swan […]

Submitted by: June McKenzie July 19, 2024 Store Front of The Week Honours sponsored by Swan River Community In Bloom. This week’s honouree is PKHC Chartered Professional Accountants. Their refresh of landscaping and flowers is attractive and welcoming. Communities in Bloom is committed to developing civic pride, beautification and sustainability. Business and office owners are […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat July 23, 2024 Birch River Drop In Center July 25, 2024 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre Benito Drop In Center – Closed for the Summer All venues will be at 10:00am – 12:00pm all ages welcome Refreshments will be available but no lunch this year This […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, June 26th, 2024 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Laychuk was absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report July 16, 2024 Northwest Region A week of high temperatures along with scattered thunderstorms across the region. Highest temperature recorded at Ethelbert station at 34 °C. Precipitation ranged from 1 mm at Grandview and Keld to 25 mm at Swan Valley. Several thunderstorms brought heavy rain, hail, and strong winds. Storms […]

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway | Renwer Fisher’s Siding Old Fashioned Picnic and Potluck Supper Sunday July 21, 2024 Starting at 3:00 pm Visiting and old fashioned country school races for all ages! Potluck supper at 5:00 pm. Everyone invited, please bring your lawn chairs. More info call Debbie at 204-263-2643. In case of rain CANCELLED

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry Community Resource Coordinator, Services to Seniors Swan River Katie Kroeker, RD Health Promotion Community Development PMH, provided a nice presentation on food safety. Part of the fun was to put fake germs/bacteria on our hands, then wash them to see how effective our hand washing techniques are. We all passed this […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report July 9, 2024 Northwest Region Several thunderstorms brought large amounts of precipitation during the week. Highest precipitation was at the Fork River station, recording 82 mm accumulated. Hail also accompanied these storms. Damage is unknown at this time. Overnight temperatures have stayed close to 10°C degrees and above this week. Highest […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Boychuk, Medwid, Powell and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillor Bobick Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir. Harvey, […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, June 12th, 2024 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Rizok was absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report July 2, 2024 Northwest Region A mixed week of weather conditions again with excess moisture in some areas. Localized areas saw large amounts of precipitation in a short time. Field peas are continuing in the vegetative stage, and most advanced fields are starting to flower. They are looking good for the […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | The Manitoba government is proud to announce an agreement with three First Nation governments that will keep hundreds of good-paying jobs in the Swan Valley region, announced Premier Wab Kinew and Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources Minister Jamie Moses, on June 28, 2024. “We know these jobs […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk Benito Volunteer Fire Department hosted over 300 hungry community and area pancake lovers on July 1, 2024! The dreary weather didn’t deter people from coming out to support the firemen and making generous donations toward the new fire hall the Municipality of Swan Valley West had announced previously, to be built […]