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 […]