Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 27th day of February, 2013 A.D. at 6:30 pm. Present: Reeve McIntosh Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: Dean Yaremchuk – HMC Management re: Richardson & Wellness Centre Additions to […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 13th day of February, 2013 A.D. at 8:05 am. Present: Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta & Rinsdorf CAO: Carolyn Gordon Absent With Notice: Reeve McIntosh & Councillor Eisner Additions to Agenda: 3.7 Pitney Bowes Contract Renewal […]

RCMP Report | Swan River RCMP are investigating an assault causing bodily harm that occurred on Thursday, April 4, 2013 on Indian Birch Reserve (Wuskwi Sipihk Cree Nation), Manitoba. Reported: April 4, 2013 at about 11:45 pm Occurred (location): Indian Birch Reserve (Wuskwi Sipihk Cree Nation), Manitoba. Swan River RCMP and the Parkland EMS were […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 20th day of March, 2013 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Bartel, Caruk & Windsor CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 7:00 pm Cliff McKay, Swan River RCMP re: 2012 Review & 2013 Plans […]

Submitted by: Kathy Highmoor Walk with me, I will walk with you… Pictures courtesy of: Kathy Highmoor Jocelyn Marchuk Gale Wagner Click any picture for a larger version. After enjoying conversations and a tasty breakfast, hikers stepped out into radiant sunshine. The 2013 Hillsview Hike was underway. Students from Bowsman School, along with their teachers, […]

Th Public Utilities Board News Release NOTICE OF DECISION March 25, 2013 In Order No. 31/13 dated March 25, 2013 the Public Utilities Board approved on an interim ex parte basis, revised water rates for the Local Urban District of Mafeking Water Distribution System in the Rural Municipality of Mountain. The new rates are to […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, March 19th, 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. Delegations: Bill Musey regarding spring melt and river bank concerns. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the March […]

Submitted by: Jessica Lacasse 2013 Cake Decorating Challenge will be hosted on May 9th by the Parkland Mental Heatlh Promotion Committee in recognition of Mental Health Week. $20 per entry with over $500 in prizes available. 3 Categories to enter: Assortment Cake (cake pops or cupcakes, or other, minimum of 6 required) Event Cake (wedding, […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday March 12, 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 […]

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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, March 26, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Brian Burick Absent: Earl Hrappstead GLEN […]

Province of Manitoba News Release: March 26, 2013 The province is delivering on its commitment to provide young people in the Swan River area with more sports and recreation opportunities through the Sport Opportunities Program, Premier Greg Selinger announced today. “We know that investing in sport and recreation opportunities for kids outside of school is […]

Submitted by: Gillian McGrath | On Monday, March 25, 2013 Swan Valley Settlement and Immigration services held a food tasting and cooking event with an Egyptian theme. Click any picture for a larger version. Mary Salib, one of our newer Valley residents cooked Koshary for us to try. It was a traditional Egyptian food consisting […]

Submitted by: Donna L D Burghart | A PACKED HOUSE at the Bowsman Legion Hall Monday, March 25 & Tuesday March 26 set the scene for the 3rd Annual BAM Jam Camp. Click any picture for a larger version. 53 participants took part in two days of intense instruction in fiddle, guitar, vocal & bass […]

Swan Submitted by: George van der Walt | Valley Fine Arts Festival Association Visual Arts Festival 2013 April 16th (12-6 pm): Registration at the War Veterans Community Hall. Submission of works to be Exhibited and Adjudicated April 17th Adjudication of work (not open to Public) April 18th (10am – 8pm): Public Exhibition of Entries Silver […]

Submitted by: Linda McCullough | Dave Ogram, CHIP Facilitator gave a slideshow and DVD presentation explaining the benefits of the Complete Health Improvement Program. John Evashchenko of Swan River,MB “By following the CHIP principles, I was able to reduce my blood pressure medication, eliminate my acid reflux medication and lose 14 pounds” Roseanna Lucan of […]

Submitted by: Maureen Bowles | On March 21, 22, and 23rd the North West Regional Library hosted a very successful “Human Library Event”. This is an initiative in which people called, “Readers” who want to learn about a specific topic “check out” people called “Human Books” for a half hour of conversation in the library. […]

Submitted by: Valerie Mitchell | Bowsman held their Spring Trade and Craft Show on Saturday March 23, 2013. The show was a great way of promoting our local home businesses. It was great to see the community out and seeing what we had to offer. Click any picture for a larger version. We had 18 […]

RCMP Report | Swan River RCMP is investigating an assault with a weapon complaint on Sapotaweyak Cree Nation / Shoal River I.R. – 2013/March/23 6:30 pm – victim was transported via Swan Valley EMS, treated & released at/from the Swan River Health Centre – no further information is available at this time – police investigation […]

RCMP Report | On Friday, March 22, 2013 Swan River RCMP responded a firearms complaint at about 11:15 pm in the Antler Corner area. – firearm was reported. None found, nor any evidence of one being present – alcohol related disturbance at a residence – 4 subjects brought into custody – no further information available […]

Submitted by: Wayne Grier | The 2013 Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce AGM was a huge success, held at Madoco with a fabulous 4 course meal and an entertaining Guest Speaker, Jack Dyck! Approximately 50 people were in attendance! Click any picture for a larger version.

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, March 12, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak, Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick TERRY NEELY […]

Submitted by: Phyl Friesen The First meeting of the Communities in Bloom was held at the Harley House in Swan River on March 18th at 6:00. We had 12 gals come and had some very good discussion. Click picture for a larger version. We have the opportunity to obtain a grant from CN and this […]

Submitted by: Brenda Deneer | The 85th Annual Swan River Ladies’ (What NOT to Wear) Bonspiel was held on March 15th to 17th with 28 entries. Pictured is Club President, Brenda Deneer presenting the trophies to the winners in each of the 4 events. First Event: Bev Lumax, Betty Kotyk, (missing-Cindy Boychuk), Shannon Bresky, June […]

Submitted by: Krista Moisondz The Northwest Regional Library was proud to host 35 guests during Travel Night – Northern Ireland on March 19, 203. Click any picture for a larger version. Jayne Leadbeater entertained and educated guests as they learned about various destination points, architecture and overall culture of this beautiful country. Jayne provided stunning […]

Submitted by: Gillian McGrath | Swan Valley Settlement Services is hosting an Egyptian Food Cooking and Tasting Event: Mon. March 25, 2013 6:30 pm St. Andrews United Church Basement, 1st Avenue, opposite the post office The theme of the evening is Egyptian food. The event is free – funded by Manitoba Immigration and Integration Project. […]

Minutes of Regular Council meeting held in Bowsman Council Chambers on February 20, 2013 at 7:45 p.m. Present were Mayor Leanne Hutman and Councillors Daphne Currie, Joyce Readman and Courtney Densen. DELEGATIONS 7:45 Ross Higgs – Water Plant & Nuisance Ground 8:30 Stan Giles – Maintenance Dept. CALL TO ORDER ADOPTION OF AGENDA 1. Courtney […]

Submitted by: Valerie Mitchell | Come check out our local crafters and Home Businesses. Sat. March 23, 2013 10am – 4pm Bowsman Legion Hall Chili N Bun served 11-2 We have a nice variety of vendors: Body By Vi, Epicure, Godiva, Grace Adele, Hannah’s Hobbies & Things, Holly S Sewing N Such, Jigsaw Lamps, Jockey […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, March 5th, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte, Delaurier and Sakal present. 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the February 19th, 2013 regular meeting of Council be adopted as received. Carried: 2. […]

Submitted by: Caren Dundas Valley Stage Players invite you to an OPEN HOUSE: APRIL 11, 2013 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Harley House Second Street North Swan River We will partner with the Community Foundation of Swan Valley in November, 2013 by performing at their annual dinner theatre, and welcome all those interested in participating. We […]

Submitted by: Bowsman and District Lions Club 589 hardy contestants bought tickets and braved the cold -20C plus wind chill weather for a chance to win the first place prize of $10,000 at the 16th annual Billy Beal Ice Fishing Derby. Click any picture for a larger version. The event, which took place on Saturday, […]

Submitted by: Linda McCullough | The 3rd international CHIP Program will be starting in Swan River later this month. Free Info Sessions: Tues. March 19 – 7:00 pm Thurs. March 21 – 7:00 pm Sun. March 24 – 3:30 pm Swan Valley Health Centre 2nd Floor Board Room Interested persons need to attend only one […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday February 26, 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: Phyl Friesen Interested in making your community a better place to live, work, and visit? Come and find out what Communities in Bloom can do for our community: Monday, March 18, 2013 6:00 pm Harley House “People, plants and pride… growing together” Communities in Bloom involves the following areas: Tidiness Environmental Action Heritage […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | Thirty-seven participants attended the very informative Mature Driver Workshop which took place in Swan River on March 7, 2013. Click any picture for a larger version. Susan Everton, instructor with Safety Services Manitoba, gave an excellent presentation designed to refresh the ‘rules of the road’, issues involved with seniors’ driving […]

Submitted by: Donna Burghart | The Bowsman Accomplished Musicians BAM Jam Camp March 25 & 26, 2013 Fiddle Guitar & Vocal 2 day Camp Bowsman, MB Everyone welcome to the evening concerts! Monday Evening Instructor Concert 7 pm Bowsman Legion Hall $5 per ticket Featuring, Des Lagace, Patti Lamoureux, Kim deLaforest, Ameena Bajer-Koulack, Daniel Koulack, […]

Submitted by: Carla Lund | Thank you to everyone who came out to our ESRSS Daycare Fundraiser – Bud, Spud and Steak night! It was a huge success – selling 58 steaks and raising just over $1000! The winner of the IPod Tower was Barb Belcher (pictured with Patti Bresky). Click picture for a larger […]

Submitted by: Della McKay The Swan Valley Midgets hosted this years Hockey Manitoba Midget A Provincials this past weekend with 7 teams attending, Shoal Lake, Winkler, Lake Manitoba, Carman, Beausejour, Mitchell and our hometown team Swan River. Click any picture for a larger version. Team Photo by Jodi Proctor, Game Photos by Rob McDonald The […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk With additional pictures by ValleyBiz | With a theme of Cartoons on Ice that entertained those in attendance, the 2013 Minitonas Skating Carnival was a complete success. Click any picture for a larger version. Holly Laychuk from the Swan River Skating Club was a guest performer and Teagen Chartrand received a […]

Submitted by: Les Rosteski Irish Stew Supper Legion Clubroom Sat. March 16, 2013 5:30pm $10.50 advance tickets only. Open mike to follow at 7:00pm, Backup band Country Sound. All performers & dancers & non-members are invited for a night of fun. Light lunch will be served. $3.00 admission for all non-performers. Call Les 734-0373 for […]

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report | February 2013 Swan River Valley: In the month of February, 2013 Police investigated 179 incidents. Town of Swan River:  Criminal Code offenses and property offenses were well below normal levels this month. Persons crimes were slightly below the normal average for this month. Persons crimes had eight Assaults and […]

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, February 12, 2013 at 12:30 p.m. Present Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick Absent: Lorne Henkelman DON MACHAN […]

Swan River RCMP are currently investigating a number of Break, Enter & Thefts, that occurred on 8th Avenue South in Swan River between March 1, 2013 and March 3, 2013 . In one instance, a garage was broken into and an autographed framed Nashville Predators Jersey as well as an antique lamp were stolen. In […]

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, February 26, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick Absent: Terry Neely ALEX […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH, 2013 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 – Debbie Soloway, 2 – , 3 – , 4 – Nelson Rusk, 5 – Wayne Stockford, 6 – Bert […]

Submitted by: Carla Lund ESRSS Daycare is under construction! Bud, Spud & Steak ESRSS Daycare Fundraiser Sat. March 9, 2013 6:30pm – 8:30pm Louisiana Jax at the Westwood Inn Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Hair Mechanics or Westwood Inn. You can also purchase tickets from any of the board members. There will […]

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report | January 2013 Swan River Valley: In the month of January, 2013 Police investigated 193 incidents. Town of Swan River:  Criminal Code offenses and property offenses were well below normal levels this month.  Persons crimes were slightly below the normal average for this month.  Persons crimes had seven Assaults and three Utter […]

Submitted by: Yoenne Ewald The Swan Valley Farmer’s Market held their Annual General Meeting on February 28th 2013. The meeting was well attended by existing and new members. Delbert Taylor, Fay Perrin, Shirley Leask, Yoenne Ewald, and Greg Logan. (left to right) Shirley Leask was the lucky winner of free vendors fees for 2013. Looking […]

RCMP Media Release | On March 2, 2013 at about 3:30 am the Swan River RCMP, and Parkland EMS were dispatched to an assault with a weapon complaint in Shoal River, Manitoba (Sapotaweyak Cree Nation). A disagreement amongst three adult males outside of a residence led to an assault with an edged weapon. Two adult […]

Submitted by: Lindsay Cook The Open House and Trades Exploration at the University College of the North Swan River Regional Centre held on February 28, 2013 was a huge success! Those who attended were welcomed into the Centre where they attended information sessions on local programs and went on a Trades Exploration which visited locations […]