Submitted by Beverley Polon We hope that you took the opportunity to visit the Spooktober Halloween event on October 17 and 18, 2025 at the SV Historical Museum grounds. It was hosted by the North-West Regional Library and offered a Halloween experience for all ages. The Museum Main Hall provided many experiences for those choosing […]

On October 29, 2025, at approximately 12:30 am, Swan River RCMP conducted a traffic stop on Main Street on a truck with three female occupants. While the officer was speaking with the driver, open liquor was clearly visible inside the vehicle. The 34-year-old driver was arrested under the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act. Two […]

Submitted by: Diane Rooks | Minitonas Christmas Market November 1, 2025 Minitonas Town Hall 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Great start to Christmas shopping with over 20 tables of amazing vendors.

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 23, 2025 Northwest Region Spring started off with good seeding conditions, however as seeding progressed, there were challenges that continued throughout the season. The Swan Valley region saw a slightly earlier start as fields dried quicker. Spring wheat and field peas were the first crops seeded and started with […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Moriaux presiding along with Councilors Bobick, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with notice: Mayor Jacobson Administrative Staff Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Director D. Harvey, Recreation Director […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley Tread the Thunder Bike Club received a grant from the Community Foundation of Swan Valley to purchase a trail groomer. This new equipment will help maintain the extensive trail network at Thunderhill throughout the winter months, ensuring they remain accessible for snowshoeing, fat biking, cross-country skiing, and winter […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 15, 2025 Northwest Region Weather conditions during the week allowed for harvest to progress across the region, but precipitation over the weekend halted all operations. Roblin area up to The Pas, including Swan River, received rain followed by snow. Fall field operations were underway most of last week, with […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | Try Curling FREE Wed. November 5, 2025 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Swan River Curling Club New to curling, or haven’t curled in years? Now’s your chance to give it a try! Bring: Clean, soft soled shoes Comfortable clothes All other equipment will be provided! Just show up, no registration […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Outdoors Association | You are invited to the 7th Annual Banquet & Auction Sat. October 25, 2025 Veterans Community Hall Tickets $75 each 5:30 pm Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres 7:00 pm Prime Rib Dinner Door Prizes – Raffles Silent Auction – Live Auction Fun & Games Tickets are available from: Star […]

Submitted by: ACL – Swan River 44th Annual Calico Corners Craft Sale & Bazaar Veterans Community Hall Fri. November 7th, 2025 10 am – 6 pm GREAT Display of Crafts Including: Christmas Decor – Knitting & Crocheting – Paintings – Jewelery – Gems & Crystals – Sewing – Essential Oils – Soaps & Lotions – […]

Submitted by: Uriah Waldner Town of Swan River Age Friendly Gathering November 4th, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre 1413 Main Street Swan River, MB This is an opportunity to reiterate the benefits of age-friendly communities for all residents. A workshop and discussion to … Identify key resources that support healthy […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat Oct 28, 2025 10am – 12 Birch River Drop In Center Oct 29, 2025 10am – 12 Benito Drop In Centre Oct 29, 2025 10am – 12 Swan River Drop In Centre This Month’s Topics: Birch River Breast Cancer Awareness- Deb Schulz Nurse Practitioner Manitoba Emergency […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councilors Bobick, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with notice: Also Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Director D. Harvey, Recreation Director […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 7, 2025 Northwest Region Hot, dry conditions allowed for good harvest progress at the start of the week. Cool, rainy weather over the weekend slowed harvest progress. Post-harvest field operations are continuing. Volunteer crops and weeds are actively growing with recent improvements to soil moisture. Fall rye and winter […]

Northwest Regional Library presents Spooktober Fri. October 17, 2025 Sat. October 18, 2025 Swan Valley Museum Highway #10 North Octagon House and Gulash Building – 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! […]

Submitted Story | Swan River hosted another medical student Rural Interest Group (RIG) weekend on October 3-5, 2025 for 26 first and second-year medical students. Students were exposed to ‘hands on stations’ such as casting and suturing with physician preceptors from Swan River and Brandon. The preceptors provided many opportunities for the students to ask […]

Submitted by: Michelle Baudin Birch River Craft Fair and Tea hosted by Birch River Legion Branch #48 Sat. October 25, 2025 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Birch River Legion Hall Tables include: Home Baking, Mary Kay, Homemade Cards, Honey, Wild Things Jams and Jellies, Homemade Body Products, Cindy the Crocheter, Plants and Crafts, Knitting, 3D […]

RCMP Media Release | On October 6, 2025, at 1:10 pm, Swan River RCMP attended a residence on 2nd Ave S after a report that 41-year-old Tyrone Guiboche, who possessed an outstanding warrant of arrest for manslaughter and breaching conditions, was hiding at the residence. Officers arrived and spoke to the homeowner who gave consent […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. – Service to Seniors Hello to all, 88 people attended the three days of Coffee and a Chat this month. It was great to see you all again and meet the new people who came. Donna Martin had a chat with us about the Community […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 1, 2025 Northwest Region Warm temperatures this week allowed for good harvest progress across the region. Harvest operations were also able to run later into evening this week as conditions remained dry for longer. Post-harvest field operations are continuing. Volunteer crops and weeds are actively growing with recent improvements […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, September 10th, 2025 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok and Jarrett Mosiondz. Councillors Malcolm, Pedersen, and Wyatt were absent with notice. CAO Paige Driscoll […]

Submitted by Jayne Leadbeater: Beginning Day for some dedicated musicians, who are members of the Swan Valley Community Band, occurred this past 17 September 2025. There was some excitement this September with new members choosing to join us. To the delight everyone, 4 new people have expanded our numbers. Invitations to dust off instruments and […]