Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 6th day of February, 2013 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Bartel & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Absent With Notice: Councillor Windsor Delegations: Merv Leslie – Town Public Works 1. W. Robb […]

Submitted by: Linda McCullough | A Vegetarian Cooking Class was held at the Swan River Seventh-day Adventist Church on February 11, 2013. Cooking demonstrations done by Donna Leming, Linda Ogram and Linda McCullough. Click picture for a larger version. Recipes featuring quinoa in a salad, burgers and casseroles were demonstrated and samples served to 16 […]

Submitted by: Les Rosteski Legion Club Room Swan River Valentine Supper Fiddle and Jigging Contest Saturday, February 16, 2013 Valentine Supper $15 a Ticket – Advance tickets only Fiddle and Jigging Contest 7:00 pm, after Valentine Supper Dance and Open Mic Music by Country Sound, after the contests. If you want to play or sing […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD THURSDAY, JANUARY 24th, 2013 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 –___________ 4 – Nelson Rusk 2 – Stephen Nadolney 5 – Wayne Stockford 3 – Dane Guignion 6 – Bert […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, February 5th, 2013 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. Delegations: Swan Valley Farmer’s Market Coop represented by Yoenne Ewald – requesting financial support to assist […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9TH, 2013 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 – Debbie Soloway 4 – Nelson Rusk 2 – Stephen Nadolney 5 – Wayne Stockford 3 – Dane Guignion 6 […]

Submitted by: Sean Baskier The Minitonas & District Arena will be holding a Time & Talent Auction and Banquet Saturday, February 16, 2013 at the Minitonas Town Hall 5:30 pm Appetizers/Cocktails & viewing of Auction Items 6:30 pm Supper 8:00 pm Auction SOLD OUT Tickets $25 Available from any Board Member Click Here for a […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | Members of Friends for Grandmothers of Africa presented two copies of the novel Chanda’s Secrets by Allan Stratton to the library on January 31, 2012. Click any picture for a larger version. In Chanda’s Secrets, Allan Stratton vividly brings to life the harsh realities a teenaged girl exoeriences from poverty […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 16th day of January, 2013 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Bartel, Caruk & Windsor CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. W. Robb – S. Windsor RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. […]

Submitted by: Dale Buhler | A Harvest celebration for the Fields of Jubilee took place on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at the Knox United Church in Minitonas. Click any picture for a larger version. Approximately 35 people attended to be informed and updated on the local Fields of Jubilee project, and also to hear a […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 15th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Couillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte, Delaurier and Sakal present. Public Hearing: Re-Zoning By-Law Amendment Public Hearing was called to order by Mayor McKenzie who advised that the purpose […]

ValleyBiz Story | On January 28, 2013, Sapotaweyak Cree Nation organized a rally in Swan River in support of the Idle No More Global Day of Action. Click any picture for a larger version. After gathering at the Friendship Centre, the march began with a round dance in the intersection of Highway 10N and Highway […]

Submitted by: Wade Dale “Called to Wisdom” Hillsview Pastoral Charge Bowsman United Church and Knox United Church will be holding a Joint Service on February 3, 2013 Bowsman Legion Hall Service starts at 10:30 a.m. Followed by a Pot Luck Lunch at 12:00 p.m. “Hillsview Has Talent” Starts at 1:00 p.m. Come enjoy the talents […]

Submitted by: Donna Burghart | A benefit concert was held in Bowsman on January 26, 2013 with proceeds going to BAM Jam Camp 2013. What an AMAZING Night!!! The concert was a great success. Father/ Son duo Des & Desi Lagace gave the crowd an impressive performance. Click any picture for a larger version. Tayler […]

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 22, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. Present Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Brian Burick Absent: Lorne Henkelman, Earl Hrappstead ALEX HALUSCHAK […]

ValleyBiz Story | ValleyBiz attended a tour of the Richardson Recreation and Wellness Centre with Premier Greg Selinger Thursday, January 17, 2013. With work continuing inside, it was a good opportunity to see the progress first hand. Pictured above, Premier Greg Selinger and Town of Swan River Mayor Glen McKenzie Click any picture for a […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 9th day of January, 2013 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Rinsdorf & Eisner CAO: Carolyn Gordon Additions to Agenda: 3.7 Hometown Green Team – Summer Student Application Additional Correspondence: […]

On January 21, 2013, the Winnipegosis RCMP received a complaint of a sexual assault that occurred on the Pine Creek First Nation. Investigation indicates that a 15-year-old boy had been sexually assaulted by an unknown male during the late afternoon of January 21, 2013. The boy advised police that while he was walking home, an […]

Submitted by: Irene Hartwig | This event has been Postponed. Please check back for new date. An evening of ceremony and tradition is taking place as the Swan Valley Air Cadet Squadron 519 host a Military Mess Dinner. This is a Formal Dinner (Jacket and Tie) that is open to the public. Proceeds from this […]

On the 19th of January 2013 the Swan River RCMP received a complaint of a theft from Rough Country Sports in Swan River Manitoba. The complainant advised that their compound was broken into overnight and 4 snowmobiles were stolen. Three (3) of them were 2013 Polaris Switchback Assault 800’s, and one (1) was a Polaris […]

RCMP Media Release | On January 17, 2013 at about 10:45 pm the Swan River RCMP, Parkland EMS and the Swan River Fire Dept were dispatched to a 2 vehicle motor vehicle collision on Hwy # 83 near Kenville, Manitoba. A semi truck was traveling northbound on Highway 83 just north of Kenville when a […]

Swan River RCMP received a call advising that a vehicle had driven into the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) office. Swan River RCMP, the Swan River Fire Department and Parkland EMS attended. Investigation reveals that a 2006 Buick Lucerne was leaving a parking space in front of Whites Drug store making a left hand turn […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday January 15, 2013 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Mayor Meadows, Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Schneider Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 […]

Submitted by: Donna Burghart Des Lagace & Friends Benefit Concert Saturday January 26, 2013 7:00 pm Bowsman Legion Hall Silent Auction, 50/50 Tickets $10 each (12 and under $5) Tickets available at Freedom Sound, 114 – 6th Avenue South, Swan River or Contact: Donna Burghart 204-238-4219 All Proceeds benefit BAM Jam Camp 2013

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report | December 2012 Swan River RCMP investigated 244 incidents in the Swan River Valley during the month of December 2012. Persons, property and criminal code offences in the Town of Swan River were at normal levels. Town of Swan River Detailed Statistics: Assaults 12 B&E Business 0 B&E Res & […]

FINANCE MINISTER HOSTS PRE-BUDGET CONSULTATIONS – – – Public Meetings give Manitobans Opportunity to Voice Priorities: Struthers The Government of Manitoba will be launching its pre-budget consultation meetings in the coming weeks, allowing all Manitobans the chance to have their voices heard as the government works toward announcing the 2013 budget this spring, Finance Minister […]

Submitted by: Dale Buhler | Harvest Celebration Service Sunday, January 27, 2013 7:00 p.m. Knox United Church Minitonas, MB Harold Penner (MB Coordinator) will give a report Local Representatives will talk about the Swan Valley Project Refreshments to follow For more information contact Dale Buhler 204-734-3512

Swan River RCMP reported two accidents in the Swan Valley related to poor weather conditions on January 11, 2013. A vehicle was reported in the ditch near Cowan at about 1:30 am and a semi with 2 trailers ended up in the ditch about 35 miles north of Swan River on Highway #10. Neither accident […]

Prairie Mountain Health Public Service Announcement Live, Work, Play … Even Better Smoke-Free January 20-26, 2013 Prairie Mountain Health is encouraging all smokers to consider making a quit attempt during NNSW. Your health care professional is an excellent source of information; don’t hesitate to ask them for advice and support in your quitting journey. For […]

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 8, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick ALEX HALUSCHAK […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD MONDAY, DECEMBER 31ST , 2012 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 – Debbie Soloway 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – Dane Guignion 4 – Nelson Rusk 5 – Wayne Stockford […]

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

The Rural Municipality of Mountain MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12TH , 2012 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 – Debbie Soloway 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – Dane Guignion 4 – Nelson […]

RCMP Media Release | On December 26, 2012 at about 8:30 a.m., Swan River RCMP, Pine River Fire Department, and the Swan River Ambulance Service were dispatched via a 911 transfer call to a structure fire in the RM of Mountain, near the village of Cowan, Manitoba. The dispatch came in that a garage / […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, December 18th, 2012 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 4th, 2012 regular meeting of Council be […]

Submitted by: Wade Dale | The Bowsman United Church held a Christmas Eve Service and Concert on December 24, 2012. To open our service and our hearts to this special time of year, Judy Melnechuk used her gift to perform a solo of “O Holy Night”. Click any picture for a larger version The service […]

Submitted by: Meghan Rose | On December 12, 2012 a group of valley residents gathered to discuss how the Swan River Valley could become more food secure. Click any picture for a larger version. The session was led by Jackie Avent of the Harvest Moon Society, along with a University of Manitoba graduate student, and […]

ValleyBiz Story | Swan Valley resident John Cotton was recently awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. The medal was presented December 18, 2012 in Swan River by RM of Swan River Reeve Lorne Henkleman. Click picture for a larger version. Picture submitted by RM of Swan River. The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee […]

ValleyBiz Story | Swan Valley resident Gwen Palmer was recently awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. The medal was presented December 18, 2012 in Swan River by RM of Swan River Reeve Lorne Henkleman. Click picture for a larger version. Picture submitted by RM of Swan River. The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee […]

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 Thursday, December 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick, Absent: Terry Neely EARL […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | The Swan Valley Stampeders would like to thank all their fans that help make the Toys for the North night a sucess. Click the picture for a larger version. Many boxes were filled with toys for local children, Bev Polon from Communities that Care was on hand as well as […]

Submitted by: Gillian McGrath | The Festival of Trees was held this weekend 14th – 16th December and was well attended. $150 was raised towards the Swan Valley Christmas Cheer Board along with a large box of assorted groceries. Click any picture for a larger version. The best tree – by popular vote was decorated […]

RCMP Media Release | On December 19, 2012 police received a report of a single vehicle rollover about 15 miles south of Benito, MB. A 2006 Dodge Ram Truck rolled over near a hill. Through investigation, it appears that the driver, a 60 year old female from the RM of Swan River, lost control of […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 5th day of December, 2012 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Bartel & Windsor CAO: Carolyn Gordon Absent With Notice: Councillor: Caruk Delegations: Merv Leslie re: Public Works 1. W. Robb – […]

RCMP Media Release | On December 16, 2012 a dispatch came in through a 911 transfer call regarding a vehicle fire at approximately 5 miles south of Swan River on Highway 83. The vehicle was fully engulfed, with no one around the area. Vehicle was parked on the shoulder of the highway. Swan River RCMP […]

Submitted by: Karla Weir | Bowsman Skating Arena held their registration yesterday (December 20, 2012) for figure skating and youth rec hockey and for many of the kids if was their first opportunity to get skating this winter! Both programs will officially kick off in the new year with youth rec hockey starting January 7th […]

Submitted by: Wade Dale | Bowsman United Church invites you to join us for a Christmas Eve Service December 24, 2012 7:00 pm Hear that story of old in drama, “What Child is This” Come and enjoy the music of the season with special music by the choir. Join with others in holy communion. Please […]

RCMP Media Release | On December 19, 2012 police received a report of a single vehicle rollover about 15 miles south of Benito, MB. A 2006 Dodge Ram Truck rolled over near a hill. Through investigation, it appears that the 60 year old female driver lost control of her vehicle as she was ascending a […]

Prairie Mountain Health Media Release | Brandon- Prairie Mountain Health, in partnership with Red River College, will have two host campus sites for the Paramedicine-Primary Care Paramedic Program in 2013. The communities of Brandon and Swan River will offer the extensive paramedic training program in the New Year. The intensive 11-month program, designed to meet […]

Submitted by: Maryann Friesen | Sunday was a beautiful night for The Live Nativity put on by Valley churches at the farm of Scott and Cindy Tibble near Benito. There were about 420 guests that came through between 4:00 and 7:00 on Sunday, Dec. 16th. Click any picture for a larger version. There were approximately […]