Submitted by: Shasta Scott The Swan Valley Chapter of the Compassionate Friends held a balloon release at the Legion park on June 8, 2014. Despite the cool day, they had a good turnout. It was a very beautiful and moving event and we would like to thank everyone that helped and all those that attended. […]

Submitted by: Sandi Bass Parkland Regional Assistant Alzheimer Society of Manitoba A small but mighty group raised $973.00 for the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba on Saturday June 7, 2014. Money that is collected in the Parkland stays in the Parkland to help support the services that help people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Submitted by: Karen Gade | On Sunday June 8, 2014 more than 200 people enjoyed a delicious supper of turkey, ham, assorted salads and desserts prepared by the Benito United Church. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Rev. Erin McIntyre Garrick and Edwin Cotton greeted everyone with a friendly smile as they […]

Submitted by: Maureen Bowles North-West Regional Library – Swan River presents: IMAGES: Recreation Opening June 11, 2014 2:30pm Historic Photographs of Rural Manitoba Courtesy of Manitoba Archives You are invited to drop in for a coffee and experience this glimpse into Manitoba’s past Exhibit at Library June, July and August

Submitted by: Maureen Bowles Rene Coultier shared his expertise and photo collection to an enthusiastic crowd, answering the question: “How to take a better picture?” Click a picture for a larger version. Through the generosity of the Brick a 42″ television was available for the slide show presentation, ensuring the high quality of photos for […]

ValleyBiz Story | With 600 pounds of lobster fresh from Halifax, NS, piles of steaks and 150 pounds of mussels, nobody went hungry at Kinsmen Lobsterfest at the Swan Valley Historical Museum on Saturday, June 7, 2014. Click any picture for a larger version. The Swan River Kinsmen and their spouses looked after the preparations, […]

Submitted by: Michelle Buck The Blue Sky Arena Team Penning Club in Benito, MB, is hosting one of two annual team cattle penning jackpots on Sunday, June 22, 2014. Registration: 10 am Competition: 12 noon Manitoba Time The canteen opens at 10 am, and spectators are always welcome! The arena is an outdoor venue located […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, May 20th, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Delaurier presiding and Councilor’s, Jacobson, Friesen, Sakal, Bobick and Whyte present. Mayor McKenzie was absent. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the May 6th, 2014 regular meeting of Council […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development June 2, 2014 | Northwest Region Rainfall in most parts of the Northwest Region interfered to varying degrees with seeding progress. Rainfall amounts ranged from negligible in the Roblin area to over 100 mm last Thursday in parts of the Swan Valley. Overall, […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Over 200 people test drove a 2014 Ford vehicle to raise money for Swan Valley Special Olympics Athletes during the Drive 4 UR Community event on Saturday, May 31, 2014. Click any image for a larger version. There was a good mix of entertainment on the talent stage during the […]

RCMP Media Release | A 16-year-old male from Pine Creek First Nation, Manitoba has been charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Obstruction and Breach of Recognizance and has been remanded in custody to appear in Provincial Youth Court in Dauphin on June 4, 2014. Dauphin Municipal RCMP Detachment continue to investigate the home […]

Submitted by: Cindy Tibble Swan Valley 4-H Beef Show & Sale took place Saturday, May 31, 2014 at Valley Livestock Sales. Approximately 28 members took part. Click any picture for a larger version. Best of 3 Maria, Ben & Joe Slepicka Best Pair of Animals Robyn & Parker Tibble Grand Champion Female Martina Tibble Grand […]

Submitted by: Barb Holms | On Sunday, June 1, 2014 Minitonas Knox United Church held a cold plate/salad supper. There was a very nice turnout of people who enjoyed potato salad, various other salads and ham and roast beef. Click any picture for a larger version. There were some very delicious desserts consisting of rhubarb, […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin Swan Valley Animal Protection League Adoption Fair Sat. June 14, 2014 Swan River Museum Grounds 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Cancelled if raining. Come out and have some fun! Meet some of our furry friends! Some of the animals that will be at the adoption fair.

Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan On Saturday, May 31, 2014 the Royal Purple hosted a 60th Anniversary Tea at the Elks Hall in Swan River. Click any picture for a larger version. They were honoured with the presence of Hetty Pawlinsky and Betty Riddell. Both ladies are charter members of the Swan River Royal Purple Lodge […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 21st day of May, 2014 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Bartel, Caruk & Windsor CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. J. Caruk – D. Bartel RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. Carried. […]

Submitted by: Jason Delaurier Swan River Progressive Conservative Association Soup & Sandwich Luncheon Friday June 13, 2014 11:30 am to 1:30 pm Swan River Elks Hall Stuart Briese, MLA for Agassiz and Ralph Eichler, MLA for Lakeside will be speaking. Tickets $10, available from Jason at 204-281-5191 or Norm at 204-734-0606

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday May 13, 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 […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | On May 27, 2014 the Province announced support for 227 Community Recreational, Cultrual facilities across the province. The Manitoba government is investing in recreational, cultural and learning opportunities for families in communities across Manitoba, with support of $2.9 million under the Community Places program, Housing and Community Development Minister […]

Submitted by: Gillian McGrath Swan Valley Settlement and Immigration Services invites everyone to a Pot Luck Supper Elks Hall, Swan River Sat. June 14, 2014 6:00 pm Soft drinks and coffee will be provided. To Welcome All Our Newcomers – Both Old and New Entertainment after supper. To register for this event contact Gill: 204-734-9874 […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development May 26, 2014 | Northwest Region Rain showers and thunderstorms in parts of the Northwest Region over the past week hindered seeding progress, particularly in the Dauphin, Ste. Rose and The Pas areas. Drying winds picked up over the weekend and temperatures warmed […]

Submitted by: Barb Holms Cold Plate/Salad Supper Sun., June 1, 2014 Minitonas Town Hall 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Takeout orders available. Phone: 204-281-1108 Sponsored by: Knox United Church

Submitted for publication by the Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce | The Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce held a General Membership Meeting on May, 13, 2014 at 7:00 pm. Present: Bev Potten, Heather Nielsen, Naomi Neufeld, Jodi Willis, Stacy Grindle, Don Declercq, Jack Dyck, Carolyn Baldwin, Shawna Klekta, Kevin Neely, Alex Haluschuk. Delegations: RCMP Staff […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) hosted their 2nd Annual General Meeting at the Elks Hall on May 20, 2014. It was a very successful meeting with over 75 in attendance. Click picture for a larger version. Honourable Kevin Chief, Minister of Children & Youth Opportunities, was the guest speaker on […]

ValleyBiz Story | Tyler Carr had been waiting over 6 years to see Lady Gaga in concert but he never expected he would be able to share the experience in such a personal way with his best friend Matt Peters, who passed away from cancer on March 26, 2014. Tyler, who grew up in Swan […]

Submitted by: Canadian Celiac Association Attention those suffering from celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. June 5, 2014 7:00 pm Swan Valley Regional Secondary School (SVRSS) A representative from the Canadian Celiac Association MB Chapter will be in Swan River to provide information and support. All are welcome.

Prairie Mountain Health Media Release | Several communities along with medical facilities, sites, and programs within Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) will be front and centre during this year‟s “Rural Week” (May 19th -23rd). Rural Week is coordinated by Manitoba‟s Office of Rural and Northern Health (ORNH) and the Faculty of Medicine at the University of […]

Submitted by: The Urban Tree Development Committee May 21, 2014 marked the 15th annual Arbour Day in the town of Swan River. Committee members and volunteers met under a sunny sky at the arboretum. Click any picture for a larger version. The group reminisced about its establishment in 2000, the creation of the arboretum, and […]

Submitted by: Maureen Bowles Free Photography Course Thurs. June 5, 2014 7:00 pm Swan River Library Presented by: Rene Cloutier Rene has been a passionate photographer for 60 years during which he has taken dozens of courses and workshops, taught photography at many levels,, photographed in many countries in the world and operated a commercial […]

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, May 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick ALEX HALUSCHAK […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 7th day of May, 2014 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Bartel, Windsor & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 7:30 pm Tracy Burick re: Traffic Light Petition 8:00 pm Gary Thiessen re: Town […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, May 6th, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Delaurier presiding and Councilor’s, Jacobson, Friesen, Sakal, Bobick and Whyte present. Mayor McKenzie arrived at 7:55 p.m. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of April 15th, 2014 regular meeting and […]

Submitted by: Bev Leach | Elizabeth Archambault entertains the guests and friends from the Lodge and the Personal Care Home at St. James’ Anglican Church on Wednesday, May 21, 2014. Click the picture for a larger version. The congregation is happy to host this event when the weather permits.

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development May 20, 2014 | Northwest Region More favorable drying conditions prevailed throughout the Northwest Region over the past week resulting in some producers being able to get on the land. In general, less than 10% of the crop acres are seeded. Most of […]

Submitted by: Tent Town Garden Club | Community spirit is alive & well in Minitonas. Last Wed evening, May 14, 2014 a group of busy gardeners could be found weeding, trimming & turning over the soil in the Village Square & Learners Park gardens – getting them ready for planting. Click any picture for a […]

Submitted by: Shasta Scott The Swan Valley Chapter of the Compassionate Friends will be holding a Balloon Release June 8, 2014 3:00 pm Legion Park There will be a short program starting at 3:00 pm followed by the balloon release in memory of our children. Refreshments and fellowship will take place afterwards. The Compassionate Friends […]

Diagnostic Services Manitoba (DSM) Public Service Announcement | Diagnostic Services Manitoba’s (DSM) Laboratory located within the Swan Valley Health Centre will be moving to a walk-in sample collection service effective May 26, 2014. Appointments for laboratory collections will no longer be provided and patients will be served on a walk-in priority basis. DSM looks forward […]

ValleyBiz Story | Valley View Ventures (V3) CEO, Jason Eisner cut the ribbon at the grand opening of DirectLiquication.ca in Swan River on Thursday, May 15, 2014. Eisner partnered with Jeff Schwarz of OLN’s “The Liquidator” to open the Swan River Store. Click any picture for a larger version. Schwarz, along with Daniel Fu, “The […]

Submitted by: Donna Leming | The 6 Generation Quilt Show on May 17, 2014 was a resounding success. Approximately 80 people meandered up and down through the quilt lined corridors. Click any picture for a larger version. Fifty quilts created by Catherine Mae Epler and her descendants were displayed. Also on display were quick quilts […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River held a Special Meeting of Council on Friday, April 25th, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors, Delaurier, Bobick, Jacobson, Sakal and Whyte present. Councillor Friesen was absent. A public hearing regarding Special Services By-Law 3/2014 was held at […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development May 12, 2014 | Northwest Region Unfavorable weather conditions prevailed throughout the Northwest Region; cool temperatures and localized rainfall is delaying the start of spring field operations. The Pas and Dauphin areas report the highest surplus soil moisture conditions. There is localized ponding […]

Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan Swan River Royal Purple #185 is celebrating 60 years of Community Service Sat. May 31, 2014 2pm – 4pm Elks Hall Please join us on this special day $5 at the door

Submitted by: Monika Kornelsen | On Friday May 9, 2014 the owners of Das DAS KiNDERLAND and Kornelsen’s Valley Service celebrated the Grand Re-opening of their store in Minitonas. Previously located in Swan River, both the toy store and masonry service relocated to Minitonas on May 1, 2014. You could see and taste, that Jakob […]

Submitted by: The Swan River Urban Tree Development Committee Please join us Wed. May 21, 2014 10:00 AM at the arboretum (located across from Cox’s Greenhouse, by the railway tracks) to celebrate Arbour Day by planting trees in the town of Swan River. All are welcome, and refreshments will be served.

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk Drive 4 UR Community Fundraising Event for Swan Valley Special Olympics Athletes Sat. May 31, 2014 9:00am – 4:00 pm Elbet Chartrand Friendship Centre Swan River Take a 7 minute test drive in a 2014 Ford vehicle and our Special Olympics Athletes in the Valley receive $20 from Ford Canada FREE […]

RCMP Media Release | Winnipegosis RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Nathan Robert Oigg, 41, of Jackhead First Nation, Manitoba. Oigg is wanted on six separate warrants issued by Winnipegosis RCMP, Swan River RCMP, Dauphin RCMP and the Winnipeg Police Service. The charges against Oigg include Assault, Forcible Confinement, Obstructing a Police Officer, […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk The Minitonas Early Years School Gym was the place to be in Minitonas on Friday, May 9th as parents, grandparents, friends and music lovers gathered for the 8th Annual Minitonas Fiddling Program Spring Concert. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Jesse Janzen, Wyatt Reader, Trinity Janzen, Talia Janzen, […]

Submitted by: Tanya Staniland Another successful Mother’s Day Dance in Lenswood!! Thank you to everyone who came out and had a great time!!! Thanks to Hair Mechanics for donating the Mother’s Day Pedicure gift certificate!

Submitted by: Karen Gade Benito United Church Spring Supper Sun. June 08, 2014 Benito Rec. Centre 4:30 pm Turkey, ham, assorted salads& desserts Adults: $12 12& under: $6 Preschool: Free For take outs please call: 204-539-2375 after 3 pm

Submitted by: Evelyn Bredin The Swan Valley Fine Arts Association held their annual Festival Awards Concert on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 with 50 recipients honored for fine arts excellence. Click any picture for a larger version. Above: Desi Lagace playing double bass received Home & School Trophy for Senior Band solo and the Lloyd C. […]