Category Archives: Local Interest

RM of Swan River Minutes – January 28, 2014

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Rural Municipality of Swan River, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Present Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Brian Burick Absent: Lorne Henkelman Earl Hrappstead (participated via […]

2014/02/10Local Interest

Village of Benito Minutes – January 28, 2014

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday January 28, 2014 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Schneider Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson. Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm […]

2014/02/09Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – January 21, 2014

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 21st, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Delaurier, Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte, and Sakal present. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the January 7th, 2014 regular meeting of Council be adopted as received. […]

2014/02/08Local Interest

Swan River RCMP Investigate Armed Robbery

RCMP Media Release | On the 5th of February, 2014 at about 9 pm, the Swan River RCMP were dispatched via `911` to an Armed Robbery that had just occurred at the gas bar along highway #10, about 50 km north of Swan River, MB on the Indian Birch Indian Reserve (Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation). […]

2014/02/07Local Interest

Golden Gals Provincial Bonspiel

Submitted by: Dayna Bresky The Golden Gals Provincial Bonspiel was held in Swan River on February 2-5, 2014. Golden Gals Provincial 2014 Winners : Joyce McDougal rink from Brandon Curling Club Runner-up: Rita VanDeVyvere rink from The Heather curling club in Winnipeg, take silver. The curlers enjoyed their visit to the Swan River Valley. They […]

2014/02/07Local Interest

Winnipegosis RCMP Seek Assistance Locating Wanted Man

RCMP Media Release | Winnipegosis RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Stanford Lester Parenteau, 42, of Pine Creek First Nation. It is believed Parenteau is in the Pine Creek or Duck Bay area. Parenteau is wanted on three separate warrants: Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose; Assault, Uttering Threats and […]

2014/02/06Local Interest

Swan Valley’s Grade 4 Students Explore Potential Careers

ValleyBiz Story | On Tuesday, February 28, 2014 the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School (SVRSS) was buzzing with excitement as 120 grade 4 students from across the Swan Valley attended My Vision for My Education (ME). Submitted photos. Click for a larger version. “The objective of My Vision for ME is to create an awareness […]

2014/02/05Local Interest

PeeWee AA Stampeders Tournament: February 14-16, 2014

Submitted by: Melodie Smith | Congratulations to the PeeWee AA Swan Valley Stampeders with their SECOND PLACE medal in the Tournament of Champions in Minnedosa. They would love to have the Valley’s support in cheering them on in their home at the Swan River Centennial Arena. FRIDAY: February 14, 2014 4:30pm 1 THOMPSON SWAN RIVER […]

2014/02/04Local Interest

Benito 7th Annual Open Bonspiel – February 12-16, 2014

Submitted by: Louise Schabert Benito 7th Annual Open Bonspiel takes place February 12-16, 2014 4 Events and Pick a Prize $120.00 Entry Fee/Rink 32 Team Limit Entry Deadline Feb. 9/14 The bonspiel is open and appropriate for all ages. There is a Banquet Friday, Karaoke Friday Evening, Pancake Breakfast Saturday a.m. (proceeds to Benito Fire […]

2014/02/03Local Interest

Town of Minitonas Minutes – January 22, 2014

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 22nd day of January, 2014 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Bartel, Windsor & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. S. Windsor – J. Caruk RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. Carried. […]

2014/02/02Local Interest

Village of Benito Minutes – January 14, 2014

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday January 14, 2014 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Schneider Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson. Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm […]

2014/02/01Local Interest

Stampeders Novice Black Celebrate Fundraising Success

Submitted by: Angela Mullin On Saturday, January 18, 2014 the Swan Valley Stampeders Novice Black team held a fundraising bottle drive. The kids, who are 7-9 yrs old were raising money to pay for their team jackets. Click picture for a larger version. It was pretty cold but we had a great time & raised […]

2014/01/31Local Interest

Town of Minitonas – January 15, 2014

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 15th day of January, 2014 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Bartel & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Absent With Notice: Councillor Windsor Delegations: 7:30 pm K. Sims re: Request for Letter of Support […]

2014/01/30Local Interest

Over 40 Attend Alzheimer/Dementia Presentation

Submitted by: Beverley Leach Over forty participants attended the Alzheimer / Dementia presentation at St. James Anglican Church hosted by Service to Seniors on Thursday, January 23, 2014. Click any picture for a larger version. The very informative presentation by Laurie Church, Parkland Regional Coordinator of the Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba, was very much appreciated […]

2014/01/29Local Interest

New Doctor Set to Arrive in Swan River in March 2014

ValleyBiz Story | Prairie Mountain Health has confirmed that a new physician will be establishing a medical practice in Swan River. Dr. Seyed Sarsari is in the final stages of completing his requirements within the International Medical Graduate (IMG) Assessment Program in order to obtain his conditional license from the Manitoba College of Physicians and […]

2014/01/28Local Interest

Musicians Lend a Tune to Raise Funds For BAM Program

Submitted by: Donna Burghart On Sat. January 25, 2014 the Bowsman Legion hall was filled with some great tunes to raise funds for the Bowsman School BAM fiddle & guitar program. Maclyn Burghart (left) showcased her skills on the mandolin.Click any picture for a larger version. Three generations of Lagace’s entertained the crowd with their […]

2014/01/27Local Interest

RM of Minitonas Minutes – January 8, 2014

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 8th day of January, 2014 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Deputy Reeve, C. Eisner Councillors: Pacamaniuk & Klekta CAO: Carolyn Gordon Present By Electronic Communications: Reeve, M. McIntosh Absent With Notice: Councillor, E. Rinsdorf […]

2014/01/25Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – January 7, 2014

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 7th, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte, and Sakal present. Councillor Delaurier was absent. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the December 17th, 2013 regular meeting of Council be […]

2014/01/25Local Interest

Lions Journey For Sight Rides Through Swan River

Submitted by: Corey Hurren On Thursday night, January 16, 2014 is when 19 snowmobile riders and their support drivers came into Swan River as part of the trail of the Lion’s “Journey for Sight”. Pictured above JFS Committee Chair Ian Mullin (centre) with his father John Mullin (left) and brother David Mullin (right). All three […]

2014/01/23Local Interest

Service to Seniors Alzheimer Presentation – Jan. 23, 2014

Submitted by: Beverley Leach Service to Seniors invites everyone to a presentation from the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, Dementia: Let’s Face It. Thurs. January 23, 2014 St. James Anglican Church 2 to 4 p.m. Get the facts! Know for Sure. Become a Resilient Caregiver Refreshments will be served.

2014/01/22Local Interest

Warm Soup & Warm Company at United Church Lunch

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater The “Soup & Bun Lunch,” held Friday, 17 January 2014 by the Swan River St. Andrew’s United Church, at the Veterans Hall, was well attended. The patrons joined the event at a steady pace for the 2.5 hours it was held. Click any picture for a larger version. The crowd enjoyed […]

2014/01/21Local Interest

Golden Gals Provincial Bonspiel – Feb. 2-5, 2014

Submitted by: Sylvia Hnatiuk | Swan River Ladies Curling Club is pleased to host the 31st annual Golden Gals Provincial Bonspiel. February 2-5, 2014 Swan River Curling Rink Local Golden Gals Participating!! Spectators Welcome! This organization was formed in 1983 to set up a Manitoba Playdown competition for women 60+ who still enjoy the competitive […]

2014/01/19Local Interest

RM of Swan River – January 14, 2014

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Rural Municipality of Swan River, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. Present Reeve Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Brian Burick Absent: Earl Hrappstead ALEX […]

2014/01/18Local Interest

Stampeders Novice Black Bottle Drive – January 18, 2014

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | The Swan Valley Stampeders Novice Black team is having a fundraising bottle drive: Sat. January 18, 2014 10 am- Noon The kids, who are 7-9 yrs old are raising money to pay for their team jackets. We are asking anyone with bottles they would like to donate to our team […]

2014/01/17Local Interest

Old Time Benefit Concert – January 25, 2014

Submitted by: Donna Burghart | Old Time Benefit Concert Bowsman Legion Hall Sat. January 25, 2014 7:00 pm Tickets $10.00 Adults $5.00 16 & Under The benefit concert is held for the BAM fiddle and guitar program from Bowsman School. Each year instructor Desmond Lagace puts together this concert with the help of local artists. […]

2014/01/16Local Interest

RM of Swan River Minutes – December 17, 2013

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Rural Municipality of Swan River, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick BRIAN BURICK […]

2014/01/14Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – December 17, 2013

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, December 17th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers. Mayor McKenzie presiding, Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Jacobson, Delaurier, Sakal and Whyte present. 1. RESOLVED that the Agenda for the December 17th, 2013 regular meeting of Council be received. Carried: 2. RESOLVED that the […]

2014/01/12Local Interest

Youth Charged with Assault with a Weapon

Swan River RCMP Report | At about 10 pm, January 7, 2014 Parkland EMS and Swan River RCMP were dispatched to a residence in Indian Birch Indian Reserve / Wuskwi Sipihk Cree Nation, MB regarding an Assault. A 20 year old male from Wuskwi Sipihk Cree Nation had been involved in an altercation, and had […]

2014/01/09Local Interest

Swan River RCMP Report – December 2013

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report December 2013 Town of Swan River: In the month of December, 2013 Police investigated 217 incidents. Criminal Code were well below normal levels while property offenses were also below normal levels. Persons crimes were normal levels for this month. Persons crimes had nine common Assaults, One Sexual assault and five […]

2014/01/09Local Interest

Soup & Bun Lunch – January 17, 2013

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | St. Andrews United Church Soup & Bun Lunch Swan River Veterans Hall Fri. January 17, 2014 11:00 am to 1:30 pm $6 per person 12 and under $4 5 and under free

2014/01/06Local Interest

RM of Minitonas Minutes – December 18, 2013

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 18th day of December, 2013 A.D. at 7:00 pm. Present: Reeve McIntosh Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. W. Pacamaniuk – D. Klekta RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as […]

2014/01/05Local Interest

Woman Charged Pine Creek First Nation Homicide

RCMP Media Release | On the evening of December 29, 2013, Winnipegosis RCMP were dispatched to a domestic dispute in Pine Creek First Nation, Manitoba, where a male was found to be fatally injured. The victim has been identified as 29-year-old Scott Larry NEPINAK of Pine Creek First Nation, Manitoba. On December 30, 2013, an […]

2014/01/02Local Interest

Town of Minitonas Minutes – December 20, 2013

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 20th day of December, 2013 A.D. at 8:00 p.m. Present: Mayor, Barkowski Councillors: Bartel, Windsor & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. S. Windsor – D. Bartel RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. Carried. […]

2014/01/01Local Interest

RCMP Investigate Death in Pine Creek

RCMP Media Release | RCMP Officers from the Winnipegosis Detachment assisted by the RCMP Serious Crime Unit, the RCMP Forensic Identification Section, and additional resources were dispatched to the Community of Pine Creek First Nation where they are currently investigating the death of a man. Police were advised of this matter shortly after 8:00 pm […]

2013/12/31Local Interest

Tiger Bowlers Present $890 from 50/50 Christmas Draw

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk Special Olympics Manitoba Parkland Region would like to thank everyone who purchased tickets for our 50/50 Christmas Cash Draw. The lucky winner of $890 was Ethel Robinson. Click picture for larger version. Presenting the cheque to Ethel’s daughter, Candace Mattson are Tiger Bowlers; Nicholas Sloane, Justin Ames, Sarah Grauman and Jamie […]

2013/12/29Local Interest

Local Schools Benefit from Provincial Investment

Province of Manitoba Media Release | The Manitoba government is investing almost $55 million to maintain and improve more than 100 schools throughout the province, Education and Advanced Learning Minister James Allum announced today at Dakota Collegiate, where nearly $4 million in work is underway to expand the gymnasium, renovate science labs, upgrade the roof […]

2013/12/28Local Interest

Local Checkstop Results

Swan River RCMP Report | Since the RCMP Holiday Checkstop program started on December 2, Swan River RCMP conducted 9 checkstops as of December 22, 2013. A total of 179 vehicles were stopped with two drivers found to be driving while over .08.

2013/12/26Local Interest

Swan Valley CTC Toys 4U Makes Christmas Extra Special

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) wishes to thank members of the Swan Valley Community for their generous donations to the Swan Valley CTC Toys 4U Toy Drive. Click any picture for a larger version. This includes the many gifts that were received in our donation boxes located at different […]

2013/12/24Local Interest

Santa Stops By Minitonas Down Town Christmas Party

ValleyBiz Story | Santa stopped by the Down Town Christmas party in Minitonas on Friday, December 20, 2013 to hear some last minute requests from the children and spread some Christmas Cheer. Click any picture for a larger version. Kids bundled up to join in the old time Christmas spirit, adorning the ground with a […]

2013/12/24Local Interest

170 People Receive a Little Extra Christmas Cheer

Submitted by: Karon Harness | The Swan Valley Museum was a busy place from December 16-19, 2013 a troop of volunteers helped prepare this year’s hampers. Click any picture for a larger version. The Swan Valley Christmas Cheer Board delivered 51 hampers this year (amounting to 170 people receiving a little extra help this Holiday […]

2013/12/23Local Interest

RM of Minitonas Minutes – December 11, 2013

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 11th day of December, 2013 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 8:15 am Colin Eisner – Annual Review 8:30 am Chad Haluschak – […]

2013/12/22Local Interest

Town of Minitonas Minutes – November 6, 2013

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 6th day of November, 2013 A.D. at 9:08 p.m. Present: Mayor, Barkowski Councillors: Bartel, Windsor & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. J. Caruk – D. Bartel RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. Carried. […]

2013/12/21Local Interest

Village of Benito Minutes – December 10, 2013

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday December 10, 2013 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Offenberger Councilor Schneider joined the meeting at 8:30. Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson. Mayor Meadows called the meeting […]

2013/12/20Local Interest

$39.2 Million in Highway Upgrades for Swan River Area

Province of Manitoba Media Release | A $56-million highway upgrade that includes significant resurfacing and repaving to new national highway standards, as well as a new bridge, will make PTH 10 safer and ease congestion from Riding Mountain National Park north to Swan River, Municipal Government Minister Stan Struthers announced. The minister made the announcements […]

2013/12/19Local Interest

Warm Welcome at The SHOP Mintonas Grand Opening

ValleyBiz Story | On December 11, 2013 a large crowd from the community stopped by The SHOP Minitonas Inc. to welcome business owner Darryl Woodson, check out the new look and celebrate the Grand Opening with a complementary beef on a bun, specials and prizes. Click any picture for a larger version. The newly renovated […]

2013/12/17Local Interest

Missing Person Located Deceased in Swan River

RCMP Media Release | A 72 year old male with a medical condition was noticed missing from his residence in Swan River, MB at about 6 am this morning, December 17, 2013, which was subsequently reported to police. Swan River RCMP and Swan River Fire Dept (search & rescue) were dispatched. The missing person was […]

2013/12/17Local Interest

Benito & District Christmas Hamper Project

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The Benito School Leadership Council spearheaded the Benito & District Christmas Hamper Project. Click any picture for a larger version. With only two short weeks to organize and collect donations the children and staff leaders did a tremendous job finding their Christmas Spirit. Businesses and personal donations poured in from […]

2013/12/17Local Interest

Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby – March 15, 2014

Submitted by: Corey Hurren Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby Sat. March 15, 2014 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Whitefish Lake Groomed Fishing Area Purchase by phone 204-734-0102 Visa/MC $5.00 service charge/ticket Tickets available from: Any Lions Member or Cook & Cooke Insurance/Financial Adults $40 before 5 pm March 14, 2014, $50 walk on Junior […]

2013/12/16Local Interest

Royal Purple Cooks Up Support for Community Activities

Submitted by: Bev Lumax | Swan River Royal Purple Lodge # 185 again served up some awesome Christmas baking. Over 50 boxes and 20 Christmas puddings were purchased. Funds from this endeavor will help support various activities in the community.

2013/12/15Local Interest

16th Annual Angels Among Us Christmas Memorial

Submitted by: Swan Valley Funeral Services Ltd.Losing someone you love can affect you significantly at different times of the year. The first Holiday Season can be especially difficult when you are missing someone who made this time of year so special and enjoyable. Every year, during the Holiday Season, Swan Valley Funeral Services Ltd. holds […]

2013/12/14Local Interest