Submitted by: Sherry Martin | Swan Valley Animal Protection League BBQ with Chay Genoway June 19, 2018 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Farmers Market on Main Bison Burger or Smokie with a drink & Treat $5 Olympic Bronze Medalist of the Canadian Men’s Hockey Team Chay Genoway will be in attendance! Have your photo taken [...]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the May 14, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. Chelsea Cook and Ashley Tibbett from Public Health provided a very informative presentation on the work in progress by the Harm Reduction Board. A key part of their presentation was an increase of needles/sharpies found [...]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 1st day of May, 2018 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: Clint Eisner Councillors: J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, S. Walmsley, G. Bartel & L. Mychalchuk C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Delegations: 8:30 pm – [...]

Submitted by: Taylor School Fun Festival Fri. May 25, 2018 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Centennial Arena Free Admission Games, Prizes, Raffles Concession Over the past 23 years the Taylor School Fun Festival has become known as a token filled, sugar rush, family centered, community event. And that hasn’t changed! There will be a full [...]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture May 14, 2018 | Northwest Region Seeding progressed at a good pace, where conditions allowed. Soil moisture is variable throughout the region. Roblin and Dauphin area soil conditions are dry to very dry; Swan River is also concerned about dry conditions while at The Pas, conditions are [...]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | Join us for a Barbeque! Hosted by SVAPL with Our Furry Friends in Attendance June 3, 2018 11 am to 2 pm Fairgrounds 4H Schooling Show Enjoy a hot dog or a bison burger, a treat and a drink for only $6! Come on out and visit us!

Submitted by: Jaci Zbirun | We all had a lovely day at Benito Legion hall on Saturday May 12, 2018 as we celebrated Mothers day with our 2nd annual High tea! It was a wonderful turn out and everyone enjoyed the Mini Pavlovas and Dainty sandwiches along with the huge assortment on the bake table. [...]

Submitted by: Tammy Zaretsky-Denischuk | The SVRSS Gym was filled with laughter from the audience and cackles and screams from the stages during the SVRSS Drama Production of Snow White this past weekend! This traditional fairytale was brought to life under the dedicated and creative direction of Director Michelle Baudin the very talented cast and [...]

Submitted by: Barb Holmes | FolkFest 2018 June 15 & 16, 2018 Swan River Curling Rink Fri: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm Sat: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm Grand March of all countries Friday at 7:00 pm There will be 14 countries represented. Admission is $5.00. Come and enjoy the cultural heritage of the Swan [...]

Submitted by: Tanya Staniland | Smiles, laughter and tapping toes were found out in Lenswood at their Mothers Day Dance on Saturday night!!! Thanks to those who worked and who sent food.

Submittec by: Gloria (for the SRVHA members) Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary held their annual Strawberry Tea on May 11th, 2018. We would like to thank everyone who came out to support the SRVHA Tea. Also sold was baking, plants and 50/50 tickets. The 50/50, won by Bud Fullerton, amounted to $1,002.50 Congratulations! Besides the [...]

Submitted by: Yuliia Haletska | Settlement & Immigration Services Community Potluck Folkfest Fundraising Sat. May 26, 2018 6:00 pm United Church 514 – 1 St N, Swan River For any information call: 431-363-3106 Yuliia Haletska, Settlement Coordinator

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | Swan Valley HS Rodeo hosted a MB HS Rodeo this past weekend (May 11-13, 2018) and it was a huge success. The weather was perfect, the grounds were amazing, great food, spectators & competition! The weekend started with a Jackpot Barrel race! The fast time was run in the Junior [...]

Submitted by: Jan Fawcett | On Sunday May 13, 2018 Bowsman United Church Quilt Group held a Mother’s Day Quilt Show at Harley House. The Heritage Home in Swan River provided a picturesque background for the beautiful quilts that were on display. The showcased quilts ranged from traditional to modern in design and varied in [...]

Submitted by: Minitonas Knox United Church | Friendly faces greeted guests on May 5, 2018 as they arrived for the Minitonas Knox United Church Spring Tea on Saturday, May 5, 2018. The dessert table was filed with a variety of tasty choices and the afternoon overflowed with lively conversations. The auction table was popular with [...]

Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, April 25th, 2018 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 – Councillors Malcolm, Rizok [...]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba, this 8th day of May, 2018 at 7:03 p.m. Present: Reeve William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Brian Burick Glen Foster David Minish Irwin Steen Interim-Acting CAO: Betty [...]

Submitted by: Tanya Staniland | Swan Valley Tigers Spring Football Camp May 14, 15 & 17, 2018 Registration & Equipment Handout Mon. May 14 5:30pm – 6:30pm before practice Practice 6:30pm – 8:30pm @ SVRSS Football Field Not sure about football but always wanted to try it??? Now is the time to come out and [...]

Minutes of the Financial Plan Hearing of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Friday, April 25th, 2018 in the RM of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 – Councillors Malcolm, Rizok [...]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture May 7, 2018 | Northwest Region Windy drying weather was experienced throughout the week with temperatures in mid 20s over the weekend. Some light scattered showers through the weekend, with no significant accumulated precipitation. Soil moisture is at a surplus in the northern part of the region [...]

RCMP Media Release | On May 9, 2018, at approximately 9:00 am, Swan River RCMP were dispatched to a report of a fire on Main Street in Swan River, Manitoba. When officers arrived on scene, an apartment block was on fire, and people were known to be inside. Two officers blocked traffic to ensure the [...]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Over 60 Special Olympic athletes, coaches and volunteers from the Swan Valley, Russell and Winnipegosis enjoyed an afternoon of dancing, dining and friendship at the 7th Annual Special Olympics Dance Fever on April 21, 2018 at the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre. $4,620 was raised in the 50/50 cash draw. Congratulations [...]

Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health | Taralynn Stephen of Swan River, MB. has been recognized by the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR) for having achieved the highest score on the Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) exam in 2017. Stephen took the one-year program through the Red River College—Swan River site and was also awarded the [...]

Submitted by: Donna Krochak | Kobzar Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Holy Ascension Kobzar Church 85th Anniversary May 19, 2018 9:30 am (Sask time) 2018 is a special year for Kobzar Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Holy Ascension. It is the 100th anniversary of the Ukrainian Orthodox of Canada, and the 85th anniversary of Kobzar Church. Please [...]

Pictured above: 2nd/3rd Year Band Students Perform on Music Monday ValleyBiz Story | On May 7, 2018 the Swan Valley School Division (SVSD) participate in the 14th Annual Music Monday, a national event where Canadian students and industry come together to celebrate the creation of music as a community. SVSD Music Monday Mass Bands was [...]

Pictured above: Presentor, Dr. Ainslie Mihalchuk, Dr. Adrian Fung, Dr. Leah Koetting and Dr. Rafiq Andani [Photos courtesy of Tommy Jones Photography] Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health | The Manitoba College of Family Physicians (MCFP) held their 2018 MCFP Awards Banquet at the Inn at the Forks Ballroom in Winnipeg on April 20. Recipients received [...]

Submitted by: Bev Polon | Swan Valley Communities That Care and Swan Valley Inter-Agency AGM May 31, 2018 Elbert Chartrand Friendship Center AGENDA 11:30 a.m.– Lunch 12:00 –1:00- Showcase Presentations: Swan Valley Communities That Care SV Community Mobilization SR Harm Reduction Network SV Inter-Agency Lunch is provided. Please RSVP by May 29th. Contact: Beverley Polon [...]

Submitted by: Julie Harvey | The Everything Children’s Sale and More was a huge success! Approximately 200+ people came over the two days. There were 14 tables with everything ranging from children’s furniture, toys, books and clothes to housewares, decorative signs and more. Mike Jessup from Creighton was the winner of the 60/40 draw, taking [...]

Pictured above: Mixed Doubles Medallists Silver – Steinbach, Gold – Swan Valley, Bronze – Vincent Massey (Winnipeg) Submitted by Craig Zamzow | On May 4-5 Vincent Massey High School in Brandon hosted the MHSAA Badminton Provincials with 32 teams qualifying in each category. Girls Singles Grade 11 student Rachel Negrave, in her second Provincials, had [...]

Submitted by: Carla Dixon | Association for Community Living Swan River 57th Annual General Meeting Tues. June 5, 2018 Westwood Inn Valley Room Lunch served at 12 noon with the meeting to follow. To purchase luncheon tickets or for more information contact: ACL at 204-734-9114 Everyone Welcome!!!

Submitted by: Renate Wille | The Art Show at Little Woody Baptist church held on May 5, 2018 was great and many visitors enjoyed the art and visiting. We, who paint there on Mondays, are grateful to be using the venue. It is given to us freely and is in no way a fundraiser for [...]

Submitted by Ian Kitch | Swan Valley Basketball Association hosted two basketball clinics on May 5th, 2018. Coach Gil Cheung, Tyvon Cooper, and Mikaela Stanton from the Brandon University Bobcats Basketball Program provided excellent coaching and instruction to nearly 40 players. Thanks to Brandon University and Coach Cheung for coming to Swan River.

Submitted by: Jaci Zbirun | Benito Women’s Auxiliary invites you to their 2nd Annual Mothers Day High Tea Sat. May 12, 2018 2 pm to 3:30 pm at Benito Legion Hall In Celebration of Mothers, Grandmothers, Sisters, Aunts, Daughters, Grand daughters & Friends. 50/50 Draw, Door Prize, and Bake Sale. Draws made at 3:15. Feel [...]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater, PR & Communications | On Wednesday, 2 May 2018 in the SVRSS Cafeteria, the Swan Valley Community Band had their 24th Spring Concert, performing for over 65 people. After enjoying the Concert, everyone was treated to refreshments. With a constant membership of around 30 to 35, the Band continues to entertain, [...]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Jacobson, Whyte, Friesen, Moriaux, and Sakal present.  Councillor Delaurier was absent with permission. 1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.174 Moved By: David Moriaux Seconded By: Lance Jacobson RESOLVED [...]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Jacobson, Whyte, Friesen, Moriaux, Delaurier and Sakal present.   1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.149 Moved By: David Moriaux Seconded By: Jason Delaurier RESOLVED that the Agenda for the [...]

Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Monday, April 9th 2018 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – Wilmer Malcolm 2 – 3 – Nestor Rizok 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 – Brad [...]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, March 20th, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Friesen, Whyte, Jacobson, Moriaux, and Sakal present.  Councillor Delaurier arrived at 7:45 pm. 1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.127 Moved By: Lance Jacobson Seconded By: David Moriaux RESOLVED that the [...]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik, Pictures By Jessica Kovachik | It was a beautiful hot day on Sunday, April 29, 2018, when the annual Spring Supper event occurred in Cowan. After a long cold winter, everyone was anxious to get out and enjoy the company of neighbors and friends. This was noted as when the doors [...]

Submitted by: St. Andrew’s United Church | St. Andrew’s United Church held a successful Spring Tea on April 21, 2018 There was lots of baking, friends, food and fellowship. Thank you to all who attended and helped in any way.

Submitted by: Mintonas 4-H Beef Club | On Saturday April 28, 2018, 55 4-H members and parents spent the day learning about the beef industry at Anderson Cattle Co. The day began with roundtable discussions on carcass quality, food safety, forage and soil options, alternative beef production, financial literacy, 4-H Beef series books, Lakeland College [...]

Pictured above: Swan Valley Sport Fish Enhancement President Jeff Connolly (left) receives cheques in the amounts of $126,000 and $22,500 from Rick Wowchuk, MLA for Swan River. Submitted by: Chris Stock | Great food, prizes, and fun to be had at this year’s Swan Valley Sport Fishing banquet. Thank you to all who were able [...]

Submitted by: Bev Leach | St James Anglican Church hosted its annual Spring Tea on April 28, 2018. New and familiar folks were in attendance to enjoy the lunch and the companionship. The sounds of conversation and laughter brightened an already lovely spring day. The bake table was well received by the patrons at the [...]

Submitted by: Nicole Clouson |The Dolyna Dancers held their final Dessert Concert on April 28, 2018. It was a great evening of entertainment put on by our dancers and their talent always impresses the crowd. The night began with the traditional Pryvit to welcome guests. Hospydar for the evening was Ed Fedorchuk and he was [...]

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway | The Pine River LUD invites everyone to their Annual Summer Start Sale (Town Wide Yard Sales) Saturday June 16, 2018 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Participants will hang balloons in front of their homes at the road side. Out of town participants can set up tables at the Pine River [...]

Pictured above: SVRSS Senior Jazz Band winner of the TD Canada Trust Trophy – Senior Band Submitted by: Darleen McKibben, Photos by Terri Eggie | The Swan Valley Fine Arts Festival held their Annual Awards Concert on April 28, 2018 at the Veterans Hall in Swan River. It was an entertaining afternoon with award winners [...]

Submitted by: Carol Tripp | Bowsman & District Lions Club held a Pancake and Sausages Brunch on Friday April 27, 2018 All proceeds will be donated to Heart & Stroke Bowsman Campaign. Heart & Stroke thanks the Club and all those who attended.

Submitted by: Cheryl Ellingson | Swan Valley Total Athlete Sports Clinics Sports Camp featuring Baseball and Football Clinics June 1-3, 2018 The clinics will run simultaneously and are for both male and female athletes, 12-18 years of age. Former MLB pitcher and Canadian olympian, Aaron Myette, will assist clinicians who are former NCAA and NAIA [...]

Submitted by: Lynda Parsons | On Thursday April 26, 2018 SVCU celebrated with Judy Schneider of our Benito Branch as she said goodbye to staff and new and established members alike. It was standing room only as over 100 valley residents and SVCU members gathered to share cake, coffee and 34 years of memories as [...]

Pictured above: SVRSS Badminton Provincials Players Submitted by: Craig Zamzow | |The SVRSS Badminton team participated in zone play downs in Gilbert Plains on April 25, 2018 Boys Singles Jackson Kurtz went 3-0 in round robin to finish first in his pool. He won his quarterfinal match and then sadly had to play teammate Austin [...]