2026 Manitoba Municipal Election October 28, 2026 Municipality of Swan Valley West Results Declared Reeve Bill GADE – ACCLAIMED Council Ward 1: Delwin FOSTER – ELECTED:50 votes – 57.47% Tamara HOMINUK – Not Elected: 37 votes – 42.53% Ward 2: Brad KUSHNIRYK – ACCLAIMED Ward 3: Carrie BLOSHA – ELECTED: 74 votes – 67.89% Raymond […]

2026 Manitoba Municipal Election October 28, 2026 Town of Swan River Results Declared Mayor Lance JACOBSON – ELECTED: 728 votes – 66.54% Ainslie WHITE – Not Elected: 366 votes – 33.46% Council Don BOBICK – ACCLAIMED Dee-Ann CLARKSON – ACCLAIMED David MORIAUX – ACCLAIMED Tanya POWELL – ACCLAIMED Drew RONNQUIST -ACCLAIMED Duane WHYTE – ACCLAIMED

2026 Manitoba Municipal Election October 28, 2026 Rural Municipality of Mountain Results Declared Reeve Keith BEHRMANN – ELECTED: 120 votes – 51.5% Connie FORBES – Not Elected: 113 votes – 48.5% Council Ward 1: Wilmer MALCOLM – ACCLAIMED Ward 2: Dan LAYCHUK- ACCLAIMED Ward 3: Nestor RIZOK – ACCLAIMED Ward 4: Jarrett MOSIONDZ – ACCLAIMED […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Community Foundation of Swan Valley was pleased to support Bowsman School (SVSD) with a grant for the school playground. They were able to purchase a new swing set that provides students with more opportunities for outdoor play, physical activity, and fun with friends. The Community Foundation of […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 20, 2026 Northwest Region Some mixed weather, with mostly sunny afternoons, allowed for further progress this week. A day of rain and cool weather interrupted the week, with windy conditions following on the weekend. The entire Region received precipitation this week with the wettest location recorded at McCreary station […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat October 27, 2026 Birch River Drop In Center October 28, 2026 Benito Drop In Centre October 29, 2026 Veterans Community Hall Swan River All locations 10:00 am FREE Mature Driver Refresher Presentation Updated traffic laws Brush up on defensive driving How to enhance your driving skills […]

Swan Valley School Division Media Release October 20, 2026 We are writing to provide an update regarding the reported threat circulated through text messages and social media yesterday involving Swan Valley Regional Secondary School (SVRSS). The RCMP has now concluded its investigation and has determined that the reported threat was fabricated. Through their investigation, officers […]

Swan Valley School Division Media Release October 19, 2026 | Today at approximately 4:00 p.m., reports began circulating through text messages and social media indicating that an individual had made threats involving Swan Valley Regional Secondary School and tomorrow’s school day. We want to thank our students, families, and community members for immediately bringing these […]

Submitted by: Michelle Baudin Birch River Craft Fair and Luncheon Birch River Legion Hall Sat. October 31, 2026 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Everyone is Welcome! Tables Include: Home Baking, Mary Kay, Homemade cards, Honey, Wild Things, Jams and Jellies, Art, Sewing, Dawgs, Popcorn, Flax Bags, PJs, Sour Dough Bread, Diamond Art, Wind Chimes, Suncatchers, […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Driscoll was present and acted as […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 14, 2026 Northwest Region Another week of good fall weather allowed for continued harvest progress. Most of the region received frost to varying degrees. Birch River and Ruthenia station recorded lowest overnight temperatures at -3.2 degrees. There are reports of sprouting in some crops. Some low areas in fields […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | Swan River Curling Leagues Looking for something to do this winter? Join a curling league! There is an option for all abilities, genders and ages!! If you don’t already have a team, contact the league rep and they can help to suggest options for you to consider. All leagues start […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. Service to Seniors Birch River hosted Terry Fullerton with the Canadian Rangers, Amy and Meaghan with Emergency Management Organization, Jessie Lacasse PMH Public Health Promotion, Kyla Scales Swan River Lifeline, Display from Swan Health Care Plus Pharmacy for mobility aids. Jennifer Lavoilette from the Star […]

Submitted by: Association for Community Living 45th Annual Calico Corners Craft Sale & Bazaar Veterans Community Hall Fri. November 6, 2026 9 am – 6 pm GREAT Display of Crafts Including: Christmas Decor – Knitting & Crocheting – Paintings Jewellery – Gems & Crystals – Sewing Essential Oils – Soaps & Lotions – Fur Products […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 6, 2026 Northwest Region Another week of good fall weather allowed for continued harvest progress. Most of the region received frost to varying degrees. Birch River and Ruthenia station recorded lowest overnight temperatures at -3.2 degrees. There are reports of sprouting in some crops. Some low areas in fields […]

RCMP Media Release On Oct. 8, at approximately 5:10 p.m., RCMP executed search warrants at two Swan River residences as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation. The investigation was led by the Swan River General Investigation Section (GIS), with support from Swan River RCMP detachment officers and the RCMP West District Crime Reduction Enforcement […]

Submitted by: Michelle Baudin Birch River Legion Supper Sun. October 18, 2026 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Birch River Legion Hall This event is hosted by the Birch River Legion Branch Number 48. Fried Chicken, Baked Potatoes, Assorted Vegetables, Salads, Desserts, Beverages Tickets: $25 Adults $15 Children 5-12 Take-Out Available Advanced tickets call 204-236-4344 or […]

Submitted by Prairie Mountain Health Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) was proud to once again partner with the Swan Valley Medical Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee (SVMPRRC) to host a medical student rural interest group (RIG) workshop in Swan River October 2-4, 2026. The annual weekend event featured 25 first and second-year medical students from the […]

RCMP Media Release | Ten people face drug trafficking offences after the Swan River General Investigation Section (GIS) executed search warrants at four residences last week. The warrants were executed at two homes on Parkview Drive on Oct. 1, 2026 followed by a residence on 7th Avenue South and a home on Main Street on […]

Northwest Regional Library presents Spooktober Fri. October 16, 2026 Sat. October 17, 2026 Swan Valley Museum Highway #10 North Octagon House – SCARY! Open from 6pm – 9pm for ages 8 & over Halloween Maze – SCARY! Open from 5pm -9pm for ages 8 & over Museum Hall – NOT TOO SCARY! Open Friday 5pm […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 29, 2026 Northwest Region The weather cooperated to allow for good harvest progress across the region this week. Minimal precipitation across most of the region and warm temperatures improved drying conditions and aided harvest progress. There are reports of sprouting in some crops. Some low areas in fields continue […]

RCMP Media Release | On Sept. 24, at approximately 5:40 p.m., the Swan River General Investigation Section (GIS) executed a search warrant on the 1200-block of 1st Street North as part of a drug trafficking investigation. GIS officers, assisted by Swan River RCMP, seized cocaine, drug paraphernalia, packaging materials and cash once inside the home. […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 22, 2026 Northwest Region Precipitation at the beginning of the week held up harvest progress for most of the region. Low areas continue to hold water, creating challenging harvest conditions. Harvest was able to resume toward the end of the week and over the weekend. Heavy dews continue to […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater For the 33rd Fall since starting, Swan Valley Community Band had their Beginning Day this past 16 September 2026. And, as always, practice was in the SVRSS Band Room. With a promising attendance, new music & new members, it was an enjoyable success. More former members are expected and possibly some […]

RCMP Media Release | On Sept. 18, at approximately 10:25 a.m., RCMP received a report of a sexual assault against a female that had occurred the previous day at a residence in Swan River. Officers, joined by members of the Swan River General Investigation Section (GIS), began investigating and identified two suspects, a 24-year-old male […]

Donna Potts, Communities that Care Program Coordinator Mass Registration is an event that has taken place annually for many years in the Swan River Valley to which all families know they can come and sign up for their children’s chosen activities throughout the year. This is always well attended. There were 20 tables that were […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Community Foundation of Swan Valley was pleased to support Swan Valley Youth Baseball with a grant to support facility improvements. Funding was used to purchase new pitching mounds and install a cap along the fencing, improving the baseball facility for local players. These upgrades will provide a […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux with Councilors McKenzie, Powell, Bobick, White, and Whyte in attendance. Absent with notice: Administrative Staff Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, Director of […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik Cowan Community Centre Fall Supper Sun. September 27, 2026 5:00 – 7:00pm Adult – $20 Wide food selection available Hope to see you there!

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 15, 2026 Northwest Region Mixed weather this week allowed for some harvest progress. Warm temperatures allowed for drying conditions across most of the region. While some progress was made throughout the week in fields that were dry enough, most operations were able to get going over the weekend. Heavy […]

RCMP Media Release | On Sept. 11, at approximately 8:45 p.m., an officer from Swan River RCMP’s General Investigation Section (GIS) on patrol in the community attempted to pull over a truck that was being driven erratically. The officer activated his emergency lights near the intersection of Main Street and Kelsey Trail. The driver ignored […]

On Sept. 9, Swan River RCMP received a report of a suspicious death on the Sapotaweyak Cree Nation. RCMP responded immediately and located a deceased 21-year-old male on a community road. Officers secured the scene and RCMP Major Crime Services took carriage of the investigation. Following an autopsy, the preliminary cause of death was determined […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat September 22, 2026 Birch River Drop In Center September 23, 2026 Benito Drop In Centre September 24, 2026 Swan River Senior Citizen Center All locations 10:00 am – 12:00 noon This Month’s Topics: Birch River Terry Fullerton Canadian Rangers Amy Currie, Emergency Management Organization Mini Trade […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 9, 2026 Northwest Region Wet conditions early in the week slowed harvest progress in some areas. Warmer temperatures through the week improved field conditions, allowing progress, particularly in areas that received less precipitation. Unsettled weather returned to the region late in the weekend, with heavy rainfall in some areas […]

RCMP Media Release | On Sept. 4, Swan River RCMP’s General Investigation Section (GIS) executed multiple search warrants following several complaints of drug trafficking at a residence within the community. GIS officers executed the warrants at a residence on the 100-block of River Road. They were assisted by the RCMP’s West District Crime Reduction Enforcement […]

ValleyBiz Story | After flooding forced the cancellation of the annual Northwest Roundup and Exhibition in July, the Swan Valley Agriculture Society hosted Rally For the Valley: Celebrating Community, Honouring Volunteers, Looking Forward Together on August 29, 2026. Many groups, organizations and volunteers pulled together to bring the event together, including the Swan Valley Chamber […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 1, 2026 Northwest Region Northwest Weather conditions were generally favourable for most of the week, with the end of the weekend bringing large amounts of precipitation in parts of the region. Sunday evening saw a system enter the region with Minitonas and San Clara stations recording 71.6 mm within […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Swan Valley Community Band Beginning Day Practice Wed. September 16, 2026 7:30 pm SVRSS Band Room New members are very welcome! 204-734-5139 | 204-734-4771

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, August 18th, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Councilor McKenzie presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councilors Powell, Bobick, Whyte, and White in attendance. Absent with notice: Mayor Jacobson Administrative Staff Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, and […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Driscoll was present and acted as […]

The Minitonas and District Lions Club hosted a pancake breakfast in the Swan Valley Co-op parking lot on August 29, 2026 as a kickoff to the Swan River Valley Agricultural Society – Ralley for the Valley. The day was a time for community members to gather together, reconnect and celebrate the resilience and community spirit […]

RCMP Media Release | On Aug. 31, at 9:55 p.m., RCMP responded to a report of an all-terrain vehicle striking two pedestrians on the Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation. Swan River RCMP officers responded to the scene and learned the pedestrians – a 39-year-old female and 34-year-old male – were walking in the community on Porcupine […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | The Manitoba government is providing a one-time grant of up to $500,000 for the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman to purchase a backup generator for its water treatment plant, allowing the community to protect residents’ water supply during any future loss of power, Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Glen Simard announced […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. Service to Seniors Coffee and a Chat resumed on August 27, 2026 at the Swan River Senior Citizen Centre. It was a pleasure to gather again and hear from Gordon Hornbeck, who shared stories from a life filled with adventure, travel, and creative work. Brenda […]

RCMP Media Release On Aug. 28, at approximately 4:15 p.m., RCMP arrested six people at a property on the 300-block of 7th Avenue South in Swan River as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation. The RCMP’s Swan River General Investigation Section (GIS) executed multiple search warrants – first at the residence, then at outbuildings […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk, Swan River Valley Agricultural Society President Ralley for the Valley – August 29, 2026 Today was about one thing — our community. Rally for the Valley was made possible because individuals, businesses, organizations, volunteers, performers, vendors, and community members all came together with one common goal: to create something positive for […]

RCMP Media Release On Aug. 25, at approximately 6 a.m., Swan River RCMP responded to a report of a serious assault involving machetes that occurred on the Sapotaweyak Cree Nation. Officers learned the 19-year-old male victim had been outside at 4 a.m. when a number of individuals – some of whom were wearing masks – […]

Pictures by ValleyBiz The Swan Valley had perfect viewing conditions for the partial lunar eclipse on August 28, 2026. The bright full moon could be seen at the start of the eclipse. The moon began to disappear around 9:20 pm with only a sliver remaining at the peak around 11:12 pm. Below are some pictures […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary August 25, 2026 Northwest Region Favourable weather allowed crops to continue developing and some harvest operations to occur. Fall rye and winter wheat harvest continues and is approximately 50% complete. Spring wheat is mostly in the hard dough stage. Pre-harvest herbicide applications continue as the correct stages are reached. The […]

RCMP Media Release | RCMP have arrested three people following an investigation into drug trafficking occurring at a residence in Swan River. On Aug. 20, at approximately 3:40 p.m., the Swan River General Investigation Section – assisted by Swan River detachment members and RCMP Police Dog Services – executed a search warrant at a residence […]