Pictured above: Fire Suppression/Maintenance Building Submitted by: Swan Valley Co-op The Swan Valley Co-op held a training night at the Swan River agro and corporate bulk petroleum facilities on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. The almost 30 attendees included members of the Swan River, Benito and RM of Mountain Fire Departments along with the Swan Valley […]

Submitted by: Phyllis Friesen The Swan Valley Community Carol Festival rang in the Christmas season with a variety of musical selections at Temple Baptist Church on December 11, 2022. The community gathered to enjoy the music of the season performed by many talented musical artists from around the Valley.

Submitted by: Anna Fullerton | Alone at Christmas Supper December 25, 2022 Open at 3:00 pm Supper at 4:00 pm Elks Hall 5th Ave. S. Swan River To reserve, call Anna Fullerton 204-734-5274 For Supper, Take-Out, or Needing a Ride. Please do not attend if you are sick. Donations of Food, Cash, or Volunteering are […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater (Minish) After 3 long Covid19 years, the Swan Valley Community Band was back in full swing with their annual Christmas Concert held Friday, 9 December 2022 at the Ecole Swan River South School. A substantial number of people enjoyed “Music for Christmas” from our group. And, to round out the evening, […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Councilors Bobick, Delaurier, Moriaux, and Whyte. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, Public Works Dir D. Harvey, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Dir of Rec. B Fedorchuck, CFO T. […]

RCMP Media Release | On December 6, 2022, at approximately 1:35 pm, RCMP responded to a disturbance on Main Street, in Swan River. When officers arrived it was determined that a robbery had occurred at a nearby business. A male suspect entered the business, threw items at the employee, and then assaulted him. The employee […]

Submitted by Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) This year’s giving challenge took place November 14-20, 2022. During this time, all donations gifted to the Community Foundation were boosted by the Winnipeg Foundation and Manitoba Government (to a maximum of $2,000 each) stretching each donation made to the foundation. Thanks to the strong community support […]

Prairie Mountain Health Release | Physician Assistants (PAs) are healthcare professionals who practice medicine under the supervision of a physician. They complement existing services and aid in improving patient access. Recently, National Physician Assistant (PA) day was recognized. Prairie Mountain Health also acknowledges and says “thank you” to its Physician Assistants who work in our […]

Pictured above: Highly Strung, Ladies Ukulele Group Submitted by: Donna Leming, Pictures by: Linda McCullough A big thank you to everyone who braved the cold weather on Saturday, Dec 3, 2022 to attend and participate at the Seventh-day Adventist Christmas Hymn Sing. Several enjoyed the light lunch and fellowship following the program. Proceeds from an […]

Submitted by: Phylis Friesen Community Carol Festival December 11, 2022 2:00 pm Temple Baptist Church Donations accepted for Communities in Bloom

RCMP Media Release | On December 2, 2022, as part of an ongoing investigation, the West District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST), along with Swan River RCMP, executed a search warrant at a residence on Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation. Officers seized approximately one kilogram of cocaine, a quantity of prescription pills, over $10,000.00 in […]

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka Thank you to everyone who came out for the Steeprock Bay Bible Camp AGM. It was a great evening of worship, camp stories, yummy food, and camp business.

Prairie Mountain Health Public Service Announcement | Swan River Covid and Flu Vaccine Clinic Tues. December 6, 2022 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Veteran’s Hall 119 6th Ave N 1st Dose Eligibility: Age 6 months & up 2nd Dose Eligibility: Age 6 months & up – 8 weeks after 1st dose Bivalent COVID Booster Eligibility: […]

Submitted by: Kimberley Knowles | Valley Stage Players were excited to get back into the swing of things with the production of “Deputy Jan” by playwright Richard Gremel. All three productions were a success and the crowds enjoyed the play! The proceeds will go to the Swan River Valley Ag Society! Thanks to everyone who […]

Submitted by: Diane Buhler | The Tinsel and Tidings Christmas Market was held at the Swan Valley Museum on November 26, 2022. We had more than 30 vendors and a steady stream of happy shoppers in and out of the doors during the sale. We collected non-perishable items for the Swan Valley Food Bank at […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat December 13, 2022 Cultural Building in WSFN 10:00am – 12:00pm December 15, 2022 Senior Centre in Swan River 10:00am – 12:00pm This month’s topics: • Healthy Eating • Blood Pressure • Diabetes Speakers: Prairie Mountain Health Nurse (blood pressure related questions) Katie Kroeker, Community RD (healthy […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Swan Valley Community Band presents “The Music of Christmas” Friday December 9, 2022 7:30 P.M. ESRSS Gym Silver Collection

Submitted by: Kathy Naclia | Benito Christmas Craft and Bake Sale Benito Rec Centre December 17, 2022 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Silver Collection and Penny Auction Draw Begins at 4:00 pm Something For Everyone! Scentsy ~ Greenery ~ Woodwork ~ Mary Kay ~ Schneider’s Gourmet ~ Watkins ~ Baked Goods ~ Norwex ~ Hanny’s […]

Regular Meeting of Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 11th day of October 2022 at 7:00 pm. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Glen Foster Darryl Pierrepont Tyler Kushniryk Matt Wills CAO: James Webb Administrative Assistant: Sheila Hawkins PODCAST: […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux, and Councillors Bobick, Boychuk, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, Public Works Dir D. Harvey, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, CFO T. […]

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky | Swan Valley Communities That Care Toys 4 U Toy Drive Nov. 15 – Dec. 16, 2022 Bring a smile to a child this holiday! Stuff a Police Cruiser full of Toys Saturday, November 26, 2022 Swan River Fire Hall 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Meet Sparky the Fire Hall Mascot […]

Submitted by Barry Fawcett: On Wednesday November 16, Men’s Shed at the Swan Valley Museum sponsored a Pyrography (wood burning) demonstration by Barry Fawcett. Although small in number, those who attended were interested in the information and asked several questions. The formal presentation was followed by a show and tell of completed art. For more […]

Submitted by: Diane Buhler | Tinsel & Tidings Market Sat. November 26, 2022 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Swan Valley Museum Featuring 30+ vendors Handmade toys Local Artisans Home-Based Businesses Silver collection & non-perishable food items collected for Food Bank

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The CFSV Annual Gala took place on Saturday November 12, 2022 at the Veterans Community Hall. It was a beautiful night to gather together as a community and celebrate the important work the foundation has done over the years. This year’s Gala featured delicious hors d’oeuvres and […]

Submitted by: June Jamieson | You’re Invited A Christmas Hymn Sing Sat December 3, 2022 3:00 p.m. Seventh-day Adventist Church 1200 First Street South Light lunch to follow.

Submitted by: Services to Seniors The Coffee and a Chat session planned for November 8, 2022 at WSFN Birch River Reserve was unfortunately canceled due to poor weather. The weather cooperated November 10 for the Swan River session. Andrea Evans gave a talk and visual aid of exercises that are beneficial to people with arthritis, […]

Submitted by: Jena McKee Swan Valley Farmers Market thanks all of the vendors and shoppers who came out to the Christmas Sale at the Swan Valley Museum on November 18, 2022. We had a fantastic turn out, and the lunch provided was absolutely delicious! It was great to see so many people coming for lunch […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Wintoniw and Councillors Friesen, Delaurier, Moriaux, Bobick, and Whyte. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Dir. of Works D. […]

City of Lethbridge News Release – November 10, 2022 Skateboarders, inline skaters, BMX and scooter riders will soon be shredding at the Wade Galloway Skate Park as City Council approved a new multi-year sponsorship deal with the Wade Galloway Foundation. The site, formally known as the SLP Skate Park, was a passion project for Galloway […]

Submitted by: June Jamieson | The hockey book giveaway went ahead as scheduled on November 6, 2022 in spite of the blowing snow and treacherous road conditions. Several avid hockey book readers came out to add to their collections, but there is still a lot left for a future giveaway, so watch for a more […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) With the help of a grant from the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Inc., the Benito & Area Drop In Centre was able to complete a much needed roof replacement. The Centre plays an important role in the community by providing adults a place to spend their […]

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka Steeprock Bay Bible Camp Annual General Meeting November 26, 2022 6:00 pm CBF Church Swan River You are invited to join us on November 26, 2022 at 6 PM at CBF in Swan River for our AGM, including a pizza supper, hearing camp stories, and enjoying fellowship together.

ValleyBiz Story | A march down Veterans Way marked the start of the 2022 Remembrance Day Service in Swan River. Wreaths were laid at the Cenotaph, followed by a Service of Remembrance at the Veterans Community Hall. Pastor Bob Lewis, Chaplain for the Royal Canadian Legion – Swan River Branch, delivered a Remembrance Day message […]

Submitted by: The Association for Community Living – Swan River The Association for Community Living – Swan River has just hosted the 41st annual Calico Corners sale on November 4th, 2022. Crafters from around the area came together to display & sell their wares. It was wonderful to see the crowds of people come out […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe Approximately 50 curlers participated in the Curling Clinic held at the Swan River Curling Club on Oct 28-30th, 2022. Instructors, Chris and Lorne Hamblin from the Cargill Curling Training Center in Morris, MB were here to instruct interested curlers on how to improve their skills and learn more about the game. […]

Submitted by: Barry Fawcett Wood Burning / Pyrography Demo sponsored by: HOBBY SHED (was Men’s Shed) Wed. November 16, 2022 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Swan Valley Museum Hall rear door Limited to 20 people call Barry 204-614-0147 to pre-register.

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 6, 2022 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 6, 2022 Set your clock to: 1:00 am Each year, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in […]

Submitted by: June Jamieson | Hockey Book Giveaway Sunday November 6, 2022 2:00pm to 5:00pm #9 – 441 Dixie Rd. Swan River Use the garage walk-in door. Come find a book published from the 1950s to within the last few years on your favorite team/player.

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky, Community Coordinator Swan Valley Communities That Care This year’s Spooktoberfest was a great success, with nearly 1100 people in attendance over two days. This is a new Spooktoberfest record, as the event had previously taken place over three days rather than 2. On the first night of the event, we were […]

Submitted by: Michell Nelson | Sign Painting Night With After5 Designs November 17, 2022 6:30 pm SVRSS Cafeteria Cost: $65.00 (includes stencil & all supplies to make your sign) To Register Contact: Michell @ 204-281-0403 All Proceeds will be donated to” Swan Valley Animal Protection League ♥ In memory of Lexie ♥

Submitted by: Valley Stage Players Valley Stage Players presents Deputy Jan a play by Richard Gremel Nov. 18, 19 & 20, 2022 Veterans Community Hall 119 6th Ave. N., Swan River, MB Friday & Saturday Dinner Theatre November 18 & 19, 2022 Tickets $50. Doors open 5:30 pm ~ Bar opens 6:00 pm ~ Dinner […]

Prairie Mountain Health Public Service Announcement | Swan Valley FLU Shot & COVID Bivalent Booster Vaccine Clinics (Original COVID-19 vaccine will also be available.) Minitonas – Swan River – Bowsman – Benito BOOK appointment online: protectmb.ca OR Call: 1-844-626-8222 Appointment Preferred | Walk ins accepted Minitonas Wednesday, November 2 | 10 am – 1 pm […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report October 25, 2022 Northwest Region Mixed weather carried into the week, warmer days starting last week, becoming colder with high humidity and small amounts of precipitation by the weekend. Harvest is virtually complete for all crops, with the exception of silage corn awaiting custom chopping crews on the eastern side of […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Outdoors Association After a two year hiatus the Swan Valley Outdoors Association banquet and auction took place once again on Saturday, October 22nd. Similar to our prior events, the banquet was a sellout with the continued generosity of our community, at all levels, on display through the sponsorships, donations, ticket sales, […]

Submitted by: St. Andrew’s United Church St. Andrew’s United Church Garage Sale Friday, October 28, 2022 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm More items will be added for Saturday morning Saturday October 29, 2022 9:00 am to Noon

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat November 8, 2022 Cultural Building in WSFN CANCELLED Due to Poor Weather November 10, 2022 Senior Centre in Swan River 10:00am – 12:00pm This month’s topics: • Falls/injury Prevention/Challenges with Arthritis • Physical Activity to help ease the pain of Arthritis Guest Speaker: Nurse Practitioner Deborah […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, September 28th, 2022 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Acting Reeve: Stephen Nadolney Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen, and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Wozny was present and acted […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report October 18, 2022 Northwest Region The week started off with nice weather and warm temperatures, and cooler fall weather set in for the rest of the week. Some areas received precipitation, with Rorketon receiving the most at 10 mm in the form of rain and snow. Overnight temperatures reached a low […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) Hornbeck Family Fund Gordon Hornbeck and Dale Wiebach created the Hornbeck Family Fund to honour Gordon’s parent’s belief in community support. Our dream at the foundation is to help community minded individuals invest in building a strong and resilient place to live, work and play. We fund […]

RCMP Media Release | On October 17, 2022, at 4:40 pm, Swan River RCMP responded to a report of a structure fire at a residence located on Lorne Avenue in the community of Birch River. Once the fire was brought under control and extinguished, firefighters entered the home and located unidentified human remains. UPDATE: RCMP […]