Submitted by: Andrew Gilkinson | Community Worship Service Sun. October 1, 2023 10:30 am Veterans Hall Swan River Rev. Byron Hardy will be speaking. Jr. Church available during the service for children up to grade 5. The service is coordinated by the Swan Valley Ministerial Association. Everyone Welcome.

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky | Swan Valley Communities that Care presents: Spooktoberfest Haunted House A Halloween Family Event Friday, October 13, 2023 Saturday, October 14, 2023 Swan Valley Historical Museum grounds – Highway #10 North Admission: Scary $5 Non-Scary $3

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Once again, the Swan Valley Community Band had their Beginning Day the 3rd week in September 2023 which started their 30th year in operation (including the Covid19 Hiatus). Under the direction of the former Swan Valley School Division Music Director at many of its Schools, Julie Kooistra, who was also […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | The Swan Valley Co-op was a very busy location on Tuesday, Sept 19, 2023 for the Co-op Fuel Good Day! There were people filling up their gas tanks with fuel and many filled their stomachs with a Beef on a Bun lunch. Thank you to the workplaces that placed pre-orders, […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry Thank you to the participants who came out during this busy harvest season. With the days getting shorter, we want to be outdoors as much as possible. So thank you for taking the time from your day to participate in Coffee and A Chat. The sessions started with Rod Seib CMHA […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report September 19, 2023 Northwest Region Another good week of harvest progress, with a slight pause at the end of the week due to rain. Most of the region received frost early in the week, with varying temperatures. Alonsa weather station recorded the lowest overnight temperature at -2.9 °C. Some frost damage […]

Swan Valley School Division Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on September 11, 2023, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Board Chair: Treaty and Land Acknowledgement We are gathered here this evening to meet as Swan Valley School Division (SVSD) School Board on land that is […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Swan River Community Centre Curling Club recently received a grant to complete the upgrade/modernization to the cash register system. With the facility used for a large variety of community events, volunteers and staff will be more at ease with the new equipment. CFSV is pleased to […]

ValleyBiz Story | Building on historic investments into health care, a re-elected PC government will invest $40 million into a permanent recruitment fund to expand Manitoba’s rural health-care workforce and meet priority needs for Manitobans announced Rick Wowchuk, PC Canadidate for Swan River on September 18, 2023. “Like you I care deeply about the quality […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report September 12, 2023 Northwest Region Another good week of harvest progress, with the exception of a pause for rain midweek. Daytime temperatures have been in the mid to high 20’s, while overnight temperatures have cooled off significantly. A light touch of frost was reported in some areas in Swan Valley early […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, August 9th, 2023 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. CAO Paige Wozny was present and acted as […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, August 1st, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Bobick, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillor Boychuk Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Medical Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee The four municipal governments that comprise the Swan River Valley are announcing a plan to move forward with the provision of health services to residents who need long term care. Funding will be provided to eliminate a barrier to training of Health Care Aides with […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Nestor Rizok, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Mosiondz was absent with notice. CAO Paige Wozny was […]

Submitted by: Lorri-Ann Munro National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Walk Sat. September 30, 2023 Walk Starts in front of the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre At 11:00 am Free lunch to follow.

Submitted by: Patty Schullman | Summary of Manitoba Stronger Together meeting held in Swan River Sunday, September 10 @ 2:00 – 4:00 pm __________________________________ The meeting opened with Rosalie Drysdale leading in singing our National Anthem “ O Canada”. There were four speakers as follows: Speaker #1 Barbara Bendera, who spoke of her life in […]

Submitted by: Evelyn Yelinek | Disability Matters Vote September 19, 2023 12:00 pm and 4:30 om Meet at Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre Outdoor Meeting Area Disability Matters Vote (DMVote) is a non-partisan public awareness campaign. This campaign is a joint initiative of Abilities Manitoba no and Barrier Free Manitoba, but this campaign is all about […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | Cowan Community Centre Fall Supper Sun. September 24, 2023 5:00 – 7:00pm Price – $18 Wide food selection available Hope to see you there!

Submitted by Rose Kovachik | The annual Cowan Trail Celebration was held on August 26, 2023, keeping its traditional date of the fourth Saturday of August. On Friday, the night before the main event, as usual, the Cowan Hall parking lot slowly filled with RV trailers and horses. Campsites also slowly speckled the area with […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Swan Valley Community Band Beginning Day Wed. September 20, 2023 7:30 pm SVRSS Band Room 204-734-5139 204-734-4771 New members are very welcome!

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | Swan Valley Co-op Fuel Good Day Swan River Curling Club Tues. September 19, 2023 Beef on a Bun Lunch $10 with Cookie, Chips & Drink 11:00 am – 1:30 pm The Swan River Curling Club is very thankful to be chosen for the Co-op Fuel Good Day event happening on […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report September 5, 2023 Northwest Region Generally a good week of harvest progression across the region, with the exception of a day of rain which paused harvest for about a day in some areas. Warm, windy conditions helped to advance crops into maturity. High temperatures over the weekend with highs in the […]

Submitted by: Candace Balbo | Sunday, August 27, 2023 the Museum welcomed adults and children alike with free admission to our beautiful grounds and a day filled with things to see and do. In addition to regular displays on view in the main buildings and pioneer village, the day also included live demonstrations of heritage […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report August 29, 2023 Northwest Region A slower start to the week with cooler, wet weather setting in and clearing up for a couple of days and then rain again. Frequent rains, high humidity and heavy dews all contributed to the slow week of harvest progress and crop maturity. Precipitation amounts varied […]

Submitted by: Mo Koetting August 31st marks the International Day of Overdose Awareness and this year advocates are asking people to draw attention to those lost to the toxic drug supply through the use of empty purple chairs. It is a day to draw attention to those lost to overdoses and tainted drugs. Purple has […]

Submitted by: Patsy Schullman | Manitoba Stronger Together Swan River Live Event Sun. September 10, 2023 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Veteran’s Hall Legion Room Join Us Live! Discover the power of unity with Manitoba Stronger Together. Be part of a community that’s shaping a brighter future for our province. Learn, connect, and make a […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Swan River Golf & Country Club recently received a grant to upgrade their outdoor washroom facilities. As the golf course is becoming a year-round attraction, this upgrade helps to enhance the experience for people partaking in physical activity both on the trails, and on the golf […]

Submitted by: Brent Erlendson A crowd of 140+ enjoyed a great meal and entertainment at the Swan River Legion Clubroom Friday August 25, 2023 Dinner was served starting at 6:00 pm followed by Steve Hillis playing an excellent, energetic tribute act to many great country and classic rock performers. For the remainder of the evening […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report August 22, 2023 Northwest Region A mixed week of weather across the region. Hot days with temperatures in the 30’s followed by cool, rainy weather was in the mix. Highest temperature was in Swan River at 32°C, and Ruthenia overnight low was 3.9°C. Scattered showers and strong winds for part of […]

Submitted by: Brent Erlendson Live in Concert Voices of Legends featuring Steve Hillis Swan River Legion Friday, Aug 25, 2023 Dinner 6pm, Show 7:15 pm Amazing One Man Tribute Show Featuring: Johnny Cash, Elvis, Beatles, Roy Orbison & more plus Canada’s #1 Garth Brooks tribute act! also a rockin’ dance party set afterwards Happy Hour […]

Submitted by: Lexi Penner We as the Swan Valley Health Auxiliary would like to thank everyone that came and participated in our Fundraiser BBQ! We were able to raise over $3,000, which we will be donating to go towards the CT Scanner that the Hospital is getting! The fundraiser was a huge success, and we […]

Submitted by: Service to Seniors | Age Friendly Presentations and Trade Show September 23, 2023 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Veterans Community Hall Swan River Newly retired? Check out our trade show! Various speakers with how to age gracefully in your own home and community Services within our valley geared for people over the age […]

RCMP Media Release | On August 18, 2023, at approximately 4:15 pm, Winnipegosis RCMP responded to a single-vehicle rollover that occurred on Provincial Road 272, south of Duck Bay. Officers arrived on scene and observed that a pickup truck, with one female occupant, had left the roadway, entered the ditch and rolled. The 31-year-old driver, […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report August 15, 2023 Northwest Region A warm start to the week and then a change to cool, wet weather up until the weekend. Rain set in mid-week and a couple of days of scattered showers brought varied precipitation amounts. Dauphin weather station receiving the most at 49 mm and Swan River […]

Submitted by: Candace Balbo HARVEST FESTIVAL Swan Valley Historical Museum August 27, 2023 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Free Admission to the Grounds & Displays Come on out and enjoy the Harvest Festival *Live Demonstrations *Kids Activites *Fresh Baked Bread from the Clay Oven *Festival Market Vendors *Toonie Train Rides Harvest Festival Supper – 5:30pm […]

Submitted by: Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary Barbeque Fundraiser Thurs. August 17, 2023 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Co-op Parking Lot Hamburger, chips, cookie, and a drink $10 “gluten free menu available” Proceeds go toward Swan Valley Health Care Centre CT Scanner 50/50 Raffle Tickets Draw date for raffle tickets September 13

RCMP Media Release | On August 3, 2023, Swan River RCMP became aware of an armed robbery that had occurred in the evening of August 2, 2023. Police found that a male had been held against his will by five people in a garage at a residence on 2nd Avenue in Minitonas and robbed with […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report August 8, 2023 Northwest Region A week of hot temperatures moved the crops along in the region, although overnight temperatures continued to cool down to single digits. Precipitation amounts varied across the region this week, while some areas received minimal rain. There were thunderstorms that brought hail to some areas. Extent […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. We are back on track holding Coffee and A Chat, this series of sessions are at the Birch River Drop In Center, Benito Drop In Center and the Swan River Senior Center. They were held July 25, 26, 27th 2023, all started at 10 am. […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat Birch River Drop In Center August 29, 2023 Benito Drop In Center August 30, 2023 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre August 31, 2023 All venues will be at 10:00am – 12:00pm all ages welcome This month’s topics: Mental Health Experiences for Older Adults Making Friends with […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report August 1, 2023 Northwest Region A mostly warm week across the Northwest region, although night time temperatures continue to dip into the single digits. Ruthenia recorded 1.9°C for a low, while daytime high was Amaranth at 32.7°C. Few locations received precipitation with The Pas receiving the most at 14 mm. The […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Bobick, Boychuk, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir D. Harvey […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, July 12th, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Nestor Rizok, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Mosiondz was absent. CAO Paige Wozny was present and […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | As part of its ongoing work to ensure all Manitobans have access to adequate, affordable and suitable housing, the Manitoba government is investing more than $25 million in five targeted initiatives that will modernize the emergency response system and provide more housing with supports, Families Minister Rochelle Squires announced […]

ValleyBiz Story | Construction is underway on a $15-million multi-purpose room and performing arts addition at Swan Valley Regional Secondary School. The addition will accommodate band, theatre, drama, music and cultural performing arts programming. Click play below to see a walk through of the plans for the new addition. On August 1, 2023, Rick Wowchuk, […]

ValleyBiz.ca Story | The grandstands were packed for 3 days of riding, roping, and rodeo racing at the Swan River Norwest Round-Up and Exhibition on July 24-27, 2023. The sun was shining, the crowds were cheering, and the cowboys and cowgirls faced off in heart racing rodeo action. The crowds were treated to an exhibition […]

Government of Manitoba Media Release | The Manitoba government is providing up to $50 million in funding from the Arts, Culture and Sport in Community Fund to 545 community projects to increase access to high quality arts, culture and sport programming and facilities across Manitoba, Premier Heather Stefanson and Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister Obby […]

Neighbours, families, and friends visited along the parade route as they waited for the Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce Parade to get underway on July 28, 2023. People listened for the sirens to indicate the approach of the parade, led by the RCMP. The theme of the parade was Diversity in the Swan Valley and […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | Cowan Trail Celebration Saturday, August 26, 2023 Cowan Community Centre Pancake Breakfast 8:30 am – 12:00 pm Pancakes, Sausages, Eggs, 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 […]

RCMP Media Release | On July 21, 2023, as part of an ongoing investigation, Manitoba RCMP West District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST), along with Swan River RCMP, executed a search warrant at a residence in the RM of Mountain. Officers seized just over 1 kilogram of cocaine, drug paraphernalia and a firearm. Officers […]