Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 15th day of June, 2011 A.D. at 6:30 p.m. This meeting was held in order to complete the ‘Unfinished Business’ from the June 1st, 2011 Council Meeting. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Caruk, Bartel & […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 8th day of June, 2011 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf, C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Additions to the Agenda: 4.7 MTS Right-of-Way 5.6 Canada Day – Final Planning […]

Submitted by: Gloria Stesenko | A Fun and Exciting Scavenger Hunt Around Benito! (GPS Units Provided) Learn the basics of using a GPS unit. Discover the exciting activity of Geocaching! Receive hands-on practice by participating in a walking Geocaching scavenger hunt! No Vehicle Required. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Tuesday, […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Scales, Jacobson, Delaurier and Sakal present. Delegation: Don DeClercq, Manager Swan Valley Consumer’s Co-op requesting that 3rd Street North-East of PTH 10 be renamed Co-op […]

Province of Manitoba News Release | More Than 140 Community Sports and Recreation Organizations Receive First Sports Grants – Grants Enhance Youth Participation, Access to Sports: Selinger More than 140 non-profit community sport and recreation organizations, community clubs, sport associations and community facilities serving young people in Manitoba will receive funding through the province’s new […]

Submitted by: Jocelyn Beehler | The Gr.5-8 students from Community Bible Fellowship Christian School took a field trip to Spruce Products June 9th,2011. The goal was to see raw materials (logs) being turned into marketable products (lumber, saw dust, wood chips), and to see the process from start to finish. It was amazing! I have […]

Submitted by: Leila Richard | Along with Swan Valley Coop Safe Grad will be a hosting A Smokie On A Bun. It will take place in the Coop parking lot from 11-1:30 pm . For $ 3.00 you get a smokie on a bun and a drink. All proceeds will go to Safe Grad 2011.

ValleyBiz Story | Students from Taylor School, Heyes School and Ecole Swan River South teamed up on Monday, June 20 to paint Yellow Fish next to storm drains in Swan River. The Yellow Fish serve as a reminder to local residents that storm drains connect directly to local waterways and that anything other than clean […]

Submitted by: Jen Zamzow | FST 40 students visited their “Time of my Life” senior partners at Heritage Manor on Wednesday, June 8. Students interviewed their community partners during 9 sessions as they worked on biographical questions and formed new friendships. Helen Ellingson and Tessa Chief Marion Treasure and Amanda Eisner Queenie Trumbley and Kim […]

ValleyBiz Story | A&W held their 10th Annual Father’s Day Car Show in Swan River on Sunday, June 19th. Many families stopped by with Dad to check out the cars, get reaquainted with the sun and enjoy some frosty rootbeer. The Great Root Bear was on hand to entertain the crowds. In total there were […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Royal Bank held a BBQ Monday, June 20 from 11am to 2pm in support of the SVRSS Envirothon Team. Students from the Envirothon Team, along with RBC Employees served up a choice of hotdog or hamburger along with a drink and cake for dessert. Approximately 125 people from the community attended. […]

RCMP Media Release | Just before 8:00 p.m. Sunday, officers from the Dauphin Municipal RCMP detachment received a report of a 2 vehicle collision that occurred on 2nd Avenue N.E. in Dauphin. The suspect vehicle fled the scene without exchanging particulars with the driver of the vehicle that was hit. Witnesses to the collision provided […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk | Rain, rain, go away….and it did, for a while. Métis Child, Family and Community Services held a community BBQ on June 16, 2011. There was a great turnout, lots of good food, balloons for the kids and face painting as well. Métis Child, Family and Community Services are very grateful […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Friday, June 17th Cancer Survivors, family, friends and other supporters gathered at the Swan River Centennial Arena for the Canadian Cancer Society relay for life. This is third year Swan River has hosted the event which helps to spread cancer awareness, Celebrate the lives of survivors, Remember those who lost their […]

Provice of Manitoba Media Release | GOVERNMENTS OF CANADA AND MANITOBA PROVIDE FUNDING FOR RENOVATIONS TO MANITOBA HOUSING PROPERTIES The Governments of Canada and Manitoba today announced almost $19 million in joint funding for renovations to social housing throughout Manitoba. The 7,623 renovated units will enhance housing quality and accessibility for low-income residents in 42 […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday June 14, 2011 in the Village Council Chambers. Present ~ Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Offenberger Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 […]

Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre June 13, 2011| Northwest Region Seasonal temperatures and drying conditions were general across the Northwest Region. Seeding is nearing completion in the Swan River and Roblin areas. Staging of wheat is up to 65% tillering and 10% pre-emergent while […]

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, June 14th, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman, Deputy Reeve Brian Burick Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Richard Barteski, Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead […]

Minutes of Council meeting held in Bowsman Council Chambers on May 18, 2011 at 7:45 p.m. Present were Mayor Leanne Hutman and Councillors Daphne Currie, Joyce Readman, Courtney Densen and Garry McFadyen. CALL TO ORDER 7:45 pm ADOPTION OF AGENDA Daphne Currie, Joyce Readman; RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the May 18, 2011 meeting of […]

Submitted by: Susan Cowan | Centennial Folk Fest 2011 was held June 10th and 11th at the Swan River Curling Rink and was a successful community event. Several thousand people came through the doors to view the displays, sample some food and be entertained by singers and dancers. Photos by ValleyBiz Click any of the […]

Province of Manitoba News Release | Province Announces New Gym Projects Under $50-Million, Five-Year Active Schools Fund Fourteen Manitoba schools, their students and communities will benefit from new and renovated gyms as part of the first phase of the province’s five-year, $50-million Active Schools Fund, Education Minister Nancy Allan announced today. “We all know how […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk | Métis Child, Family and Community Services is inviting community members to a Community BBQ June 16, 2011 11:30am to 1:30pm Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Pop, Freezies, Chips Food will be free of charge BBQ to be held in the back alley behind 605 Main Street. There will be a silver collection, […]

Submitted by Darcy Cameron: The Swan Valley Stock Car Club held their season opener at the Swan Valley Speedway on June 11, 2011. Race 1 – 8 cylinder 1)59 2)3 3)3K 4)54 5)77 Race 1 – 4 cylinder 1)27 2)42 3)11 4)151 5)26 Race 2 – 8 cylinder 1)59 2)3K 3)77 Race 2 – 4 […]

Swan River RCMP Media Release | At about 10:45 p.m. on June 11th, 2011 Swan River RCMP, Parkland EMS and Minitonas Fire Department responded to a single vehicle rollover at Wellman Lake. A Chevrolet Silverado was traveling on Regatta Bay Road, near the Wellman Lake cottages when the vehicle lost control and rolled. The passenger […]

Swan River RCMP Media Release | On June 10, 2011 at approximately 8:30 P.M. Swan River RCMP, Parkland Ambulance and the Birch River Fire Department were dispatched to a single motor vehicle roll over on Highway 10 approximately 74 kilometers north of Swan River. RCMP and EMS found a Chevrolet Avalanche in the west ditch […]

Submitted by: Margaret Romak, Swan Valley Animal Protection League | The Swan Valley Animal Protection League would like to make the public aware that we are temporarily suspending our Voucher Program. For the last 24 years the SVAPL has provided financial support to help the public get their animals spayed or neutered. We have spent […]

Submitted by: Darcy Cameron | The Swan Valley Stock Car Club will be having their season opener this weekend with racing and mud bogs to follow. Saturday, June 11 Races start at 3 p.m. Swan Valley Speedway Directions from Swan River: 2 miles east on Highway #10 5 miles south on Road #488 1/4 mile […]

ValleyBiz Story | Two new stop signs have been installed in Swan River on 9th Avenue North making the intersection at 1st Street North a 4-way Stop. Refresher on 4-way Stop Rules: 1. The first one there should proceed first. 2. If two cars arrive at the same time, the driver directly to the right […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, June 7th, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Scales, Jacobson, Delaurier and Sakal present. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the Agenda for June 7th, 2011 meeting of Council be received. Carried: 2. RESOLVED that […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, May 17th, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Scales, Jacobson, Delaurier and Sakal present. Variation Hearing: Variation Hearing was called to order by Mayor McKenzie who advised that the purpose of the hearing […]

SVRWC Media Release | The Swan Valley Co-op has taken a generous approach to help their staff join the Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre 2740 Club. The goal of the 2740 Club is to raise $1 Million by 2740 members donating $1 per day for 1 year. Co-op has issued a challenge to all […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 1st day of June, 2011 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Caruk, Bartel & Windsor C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 8:00 pm Blair Martin re: 2012 Assessment Changes/Tax Impact 8:30 pm Tammie Clemenson […]

Crop Repot Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre June 6, 2011 | Northwest Region Cool temperatures dominated most of the week. Monday and Tuesday had high winds and rain up to 60 mm in areas around Dauphin. Roblin had 25 mm rain while Swan River had 25 […]

PRHA Media Release | Obstetrician/Gynecologist recruited to Region The Parkland Regional Health Authority (PRHA) is pleased to announce that it has successfully recruited a Royal College-eligible Obstetrician/Gynecologist. Dr. Yusuf Mohammed Kasim, who is currently working in Ireland, is set to start in Parkland Region in early July 2011. Dr. Kasim will be providing specialist services […]

Submitted by: Margaret Romak | Swan Valley Animal Protection League is having its Annual General Meeting Wednesday, June 8th, 7:00 p.m. Anglican Church Swan River We are a very small group, and are in desperate need of new members to join. We cannot keep this organization running without more support. Any Questions, call: 734-9173

Submitted by: Leila Richard There was a great turnout at the BBQ and bake sale hosted by Safe Grad 2011 in conjunction with Phatboy’s Autobody on June 3, 2011. Click any of the above pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by: Tracy Boychuk | Taylor School held their annual Fun Festival at the Swan River Centennial Arena on Friday, June 3. It was a great evening of Food, Fun, Games and Prizes with proceeds raised going to the Taylor School Playground Enhancement Project. Click any of the above pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by: Marlene Hohne | Florence May (Walker) McLean celebrates her 102nd birthday on June 1, 2011, at the Swan Valley Lodge with approxamatly that numbers of friends and visitor. Florence has lived in the Valley most of her life. Click the picture for a larger version. She married a farmer Harold McLean. When a […]

Submitted by: Crystal Nepinak | Swan Valley Tigers Girls Rugby just won GOLD in Winnipeg at the Provincial Championship tournament earlier this afternoon. Way to go TIGERS! Click the picture for a larger version.

Province of Manitoba Media Release | New Services Closer to Home Will Enhance Patient Care: Oswald New dental surgery services will soon be offered in Swan River to reduce travel times for area residents, Health Minister Theresa Oswald announced today. “In the past, patients have had to travel to Brandon or Winnipeg for dental surgery,” […]

ValleyBiz Story | The RCMP Musical Ride stopped over in Swan River last night on their way to perform at the Village of Pelly’s 100th Birthday Celebration. The RCMP Musical ride tours with 46 personnel and 36 horses. The horses of the Musical Ride were stabled at the Swan River Valley Agricultural Society Fair Grounds […]

Submited by: Susan Cowan | From bratwurst and beer, perogies and cabbage rolls, vegemite pies, English tea and scones, vinarterta and chicken paprika and open-faced sandwiches, participants can sample food and drink from the world over all under one roof. Swan River Curling Rink 10am to 10pm Friday, June 10th 11am to 11pm Saturday, June […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of The Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday May 24, 2011 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Offenberger; Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm […]

Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre Media Release | The Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre has reviewed the questionnaires received at the public meeting on March 21, 2011 and has compiled answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. Regarding Phase 1, the Aquatic Centre, various questions were raised regarding whether or not […]

Submitted by: Leila Richard | Safe Grad 2011 in conjunction with Phatboy’s Autobody is hosting a BBQ June 3, 2011 11:00am to 2:00pm Phatboys Autobody 1941 Dubreuil St . Burger and Drink $3.00 There will also be a bake table and door prize draw. All proceeds will go to Safe Grad.

Submitted by: Tracy Boychuk | Taylor School is holding their annual Fun Festival Friday, June 3, 2011 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the Swan River Centennial Arena. Everyone across the Valley is invited for an evening of Food, Fun, Bingo, Games, Raffles and Prizes. Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Pizza and snacks will be available. Proceeds raised at the […]

Pictures Submitted by: Shannon Barthelette | ValleyBiz has received reports that Mafeking experienced a flash flood on the weekend after a beaver dam let go. The resulting flow of water carried debris along the Mafeking Creek which became jammed under the bridge and caused a flood of water and debris through town. Equipment was brought […]

ValleyBiz Story | Main Street repaving got underway on Thursday, May 26 but was unfortunately delayed by the rain that began on Friday and continued throughout Saturday. The north side of Main Street has been completed from Highway 10 to 9th Avenue. The north parking lane along the rest of Main Street and the entire […]

Province of Maniotba Media Release | 2011 LICENSED MOOSE HUNTING SEASONS CANCELLED IN SEVERAL AREAS Moose Hunting Restrictions Give Populations Time to Recover, Stabilize: Blaikie Moose hunting seasons have been cancelled in the Porcupine Mountains (Game Hunting Areas 13 and 13A) for 2011, Conservation Minister Bill Blaikie announced today. “Appropriate management of our wildlife resources […]

ValleyBiz Story | With the drier, warmer weather this past week, seeding in the Valley saw some significant progress. According to the May 24 Crop Report prepared by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives: Swan River has approximately 30% wheat seeded. Seeding in the Roblin area has progressed to 70% wheat and 45% canola acres […]