Category Archives: Local Interest

Confirmed Covid-19 Case at Taylor School

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On November 30, 2021, Taylor School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to self-isolate. Anyone who […]

2021/12/01Local Interest

Toy Drive Kicks Off With Swan River Fire Hall Event

Submitted by: Bev Polon | On Saturday November 27th, the SVCTC Toys 4 U Toy Drive kicked off with an event hosted by the Swan River Fire Department. The goal was to stuff a RCMP Police cruiser and the Swan Valley communities did not disappoint! The weather was ideal, as everyone could be outside to […]

2021/11/30Local Interest

Swan River Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic – Nov 30, 2021

Prairie Mountain Health Public Service Announcement | Swan River Vaccine Clinic Pfizer and Moderna Tues. November 30, 2021 Noon – 6 pm Veterans Hall – 119 6th Ave. N Appointments preferred Walk-ins may be accepted Book your Appointment: ONLINE at: protectmb.ca or Call: 1-844-626-8222 1st Dose Eligibility Pfizer: 5 years old and up Moderna: 18 […]

2021/11/26Local Interest

Confirmed Case of Covid-19 at Taylor School

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On November 25, 2021, Taylor School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to self-isolate. Anyone who […]

2021/11/25Local Interest

Mistletoe Magic December 9, 2021 to January 8, 2022

Submitted by: Candace Balbo | Mistletoe Magic 4th Annual Light Display Swan Valley Historical Museum December 9, 2021 to January 8th 2022 6pm – 9pm Back for the 4th year, the Swan Valley Historical Museum is pleased to present this festive light display free of charge for the entire community to enjoy. Drive or walk […]

2021/11/25Local Interest

Friday Drop In Curling Starts in Spite of Winter Storm

Submitted by: Kari Goethe Friday, November 12 was the start of our Friday Drop in Curling night at the Swan River Curling Club. Considering it was a snowy day with terrible road conditions, we still had 24 people out for the first night. There were juniors, seniors and everyone in between, but everyone seemed to […]

2021/11/24Local Interest

Confirmed Cases Of Covid-19 At ESRSS, Taylor and SVRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notifications | Ecole Swan River South: November 19, 2021 Taylor School: November 22, 2021 Swan Valley Regional Secondary School: November 22, 2021 School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. Close contacts have been identified and are advised to self-isolate. If you have not been contacted […]

2021/11/22Local Interest

Swan Valley CTC Toy Drive: Nov. 15 – Dec. 17, 2021

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | Swan Valley Communities That Care Toys 4 U Toy Drive Nov. 16 – Dec. 17, 2021 Bring a Smile to a Child this Holiday! Donations of New Unwrapped Toys for children ranging from newborn to 18 years of age would be gratefully accepted. Stuff a Police Cruiser Full of Toys […]

2021/11/21Local Interest

Mistletoe Madness Craft Sale – Nov. 20 & Dec. 4, 2021

Submitted by: Jessica Bergen | Mistletoe Madness Craft Sale Swan Valley Museum Sat. November 20, 2021 10am – 3pm Sat. December 4, 2021 4pm – 8pm Craft Sale Featuring: Handmade Toys Local Artisans Home-Based Businesses Silver Collection at the Door Proceeds to Swan Valley Food Bank Masks Required. MB Public Health Restrictions in place. Vendors: […]

2021/11/19Local Interest

Confirmed Case of Covid-19 at ESRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On November 17, 2021, Ecole Swan River South School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to […]

2021/11/18Local Interest

RM of Mountain Minutes – October 13, 2021

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, October 13th, 2021 at the RM of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Nadolney was absent with notice. CAO Paige Wozny […]

2021/11/14Local Interest

Confirmed Covid-19 Case At SVRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On November 12, 2021, Swan Valley Regional Secondary School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to […]

2021/11/12Local Interest

Swan Valley vs Dauphin Giving Challenge – Nov. 19, 2021

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley | Community Foundation of Swan Valley will be facing off against the Dauphin & District Community Foundation November 19, 2021 Challenge: Who can raise the most money Location: Swan Valley Stampeders’ home game against the Dauphin Kings. Visit the table in the lobby during the game or make […]

2021/11/12Local Interest

Valley Youth Attend Snowmobile Safety Training Course

Submitted by: Bert Sutherland North Mountain Riders and Swan Valley Snowmobile Association, along with Snoman MB, hosted a youth rider snowmobile safety training course at the Westwood Inn in Swan River on November 6, 2021. Safety Services Manitoba was hired to train our local children to keep them safe on our trails. 21 individuals from […]

2021/11/10Local Interest

Christmas Cheer Application Deadline: November 30, 2021

Submitted by: Swan Valley Christmas Cheer Board | The Christmas season is a time for goodwill and the Christmas Cheer Board needs your help in order to provide Christmas Hampers to less fortunate families in the Swan River Valley. Donations of Non-Perishable Food Items and Monetary Donations will be accepted. WE ARE NOT accepting household […]

2021/11/09Local Interest

Swan Valley School Division Minutes – October 25, 2021

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the October 25, 2021 Board Meeting Submitted by: Cameron Mateika, Superintendent/CEO 1. SVRSS Principal Jacquie Mydynski-Arp, Physical Education Instructor Jody Williams, and Coach Derek Henkelman presented an overview of the high school athletics program. The Board was made aware of the challenges that arise in the sports program […]

2021/11/07Local Interest

Fall Back – Daylight Savings Ends – November 7, 2021

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 7, 2021 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 7, 2021 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 […]

2021/11/06Local Interest

Missing Swan River Woman Safely Located

RCMP Media Release | UPDATE: Jeannie Thompson has been safely located. The RCMP thanks the public and the media for their assistance. BACKGROUND: RCMP Media Release: November 1, 2021 On October 31, 2021, at approximately 6:30 pm, Brandon RCMP received a report of a missing 45-year-old female from Swan River, Manitoba. Jeannie Marie Thompson was […]

2021/11/05Local Interest

Drop In Curling Opening Night – November 12, 2021

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | Swan River Curling Club Drop In Curling Fridays at 7:30 pm Opening Night November 12, 2021 $5 per person per night Punch cards available to purchase multiple nights Want to socialize? Interested in curling? Don’t have a team? Want to try the sport and have some fun? Want something to […]

2021/11/04Local Interest

Swan Valley School Division Minutes – October 12, 2021

Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on October 12, 2021, commencing at 7:00 p.m. (unapproved) The following were present: Chair: G. Wowchuk Vice-Chair: W. Schaffer Trustees: D. Burghart L. Evans K. Highmoor V. Rooks Superintendent: C. Mateika Secretary-Treasurer: B. Rausch Absent: K. Riehl Resolutions: […]

2021/11/02Local Interest

Swan River RCMP Looking for Missing Woman

RCMP Media Release | On October 31, 2021, at approximately 6:30 pm, Brandon RCMP received a report of a missing 45-year-old female from Swan River, Manitoba. Jeannie Marie Thompson was last known to be in Brandon on 3rd Avenue South on October 28, 2021, at 3:30 am, when she told family that she was travelling […]

2021/11/01Local Interest

Confirmed Case of Covid-19 at ESRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On October 29, 2021, Ecole Swan River South School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to […]

2021/10/31Local Interest

RM of Mountain Minutes – October 13, 2021

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, October 13th at the RM of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Nadolney was absent with notice. CAO Paige Wozny was […]

2021/10/30Local Interest

Another Confirmed Case of Covid-19 at SVRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notification | Manitoba public health officials have advised of at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 in the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School on Oct 18th-21st, 2021 in Grade 11 when the individual(s) may have been infectious. The school is working closely with public health officials and is following their recommendations. […]

2021/10/28Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – October 5, 2021

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Councillors Delaurier, Moriaux, Friesen, and Whyte in person. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Dir. of Works D. Harvey, Dir. of […]

2021/10/27Local Interest

Confirmed Covid-19 Case At SVRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On October 25, 2021, Swan Valley Regional Secondary School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. Manitoba public health officials have advised of at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 in the school on Oct. 21, 2021 in general school community when the individual(s) may […]

2021/10/25Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – 2021 Seasonal Summary

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture 2021 Seasonal Summary October 13, 2021 | Northwest Region Spring seeding saw dry conditions, especially on the southeast side of the region, while some of the western and Swan Valley areas saw adequate seedbed moisture due to snowmelt. Cool soil temperatures, dry soil conditions, a late May […]

2021/10/25Local Interest

Swan Valley School Division Minutes – September 13, 2021

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the September 13, 2021 Board Meeting Submitted by: Cameron Mateika, Superintendent/CEO 1. Congratulations to Gary Wowchuk and Bill Schaffer. Gary was elected to serve a second term as Board Chair, and Bill was elected to serve a second term as Board Vice-Chair. 2. The Board discussed the progress […]

2021/10/24Local Interest

Swan Valley West Minutes – September 14, 2021

Regular Meeting of Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 14 day of September, 2021 at 7:00 pm Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Glen Foster Matt Wills Darryl Pierrepont Tyler Kushniryk (via conference call) Bill Gade CAO: James Webb […]

2021/10/24Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – September 21, 2021

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Wintoniw, and Councillors Delaurier, Moriaux, Friesen, Bobick, and Whyte in person. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, (Absent – […]

2021/10/23Local Interest

RM of Mountain Minutes – September 21, 2021

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Tuesday, September 21st, 2021 at the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Steve Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Wilmer Malcom was absent without notice. Councillor Connie Forbes was […]

2021/10/23Local Interest

Confirmed Covid-19 Case at Taylor School

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On October 22, 2021, Taylor School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to self-isolate. Anyone who […]

2021/10/22Local Interest

Swan Valley Royal Canadian Air Cadets Hold Open House

Submitted by: Kelli Riehl | On Tuesday, October 19, 2021 the Support Committee of 519 Swan Valley Royal Canadian Air Cadets held an open house at the Swan Valley Museum. The purpose of the evening was to invite interested community members to get involved with the Squadron either in a volunteer of staff role. This […]

2021/10/22Local Interest

Confirmed Covid-19 Case At SVRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On October 21st, 2021, Swan Valley Regional Secondary School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. Manitoba public health officials have advised of at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 in the school on October 14th and 15th in Grade 12 when the individual(s) may […]

2021/10/21Local Interest

Swan River Covid-19 Walk In Vaccine Clinic – Oct 26, 2021

Prairie Mountain Health Public Service Announcement | Swan River Vaccine Clinic Pfizer and Moderna Tues. October 26, 2021 4:30pm to 7:30pm Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre 1413 Main St. E Everyone is Welcome Walk In Only 1st dose eligibility: Pfizer: Anyone born on or before Dec 31, 2009 Moderna: 18 years and up 2nd dose eligibility: […]

2021/10/21Local Interest

SVCTC Halloween Family Event a Smashing Success

Submitted by: Swan Valley Communities That Care We hope you had a chance to visit the Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) Halloween Family Event on October 16th. It was an amazing event, which offered a Halloween experience for all ages. There was an outstanding attendance at the Halloween Event at the SV Historical Museum. […]

2021/10/20Local Interest

Confirmed Covid-19 Case at Bowsman School

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On Oct 18th, 2021, Bowsman School was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to self-isolate. Anyone who […]

2021/10/19Local Interest

RM of Mountain Minutes – September 7, 2021

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Tuesday, September 7th, 2021 at the RM o Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Stephen Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, and Connie Forbes. Councillor Wyatt and Pedersen were absent with notice. CAO Paige Wozny […]

2021/10/16Local Interest

Friendly Faces at Cowan Take-Out Fall Supper

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik Like the prior year, it was a quiet Fall Supper for the Cowan Community Ladies on Sunday, October 3, 2021. After another long hiatus of no functions at the Community Centre due to Covid-19, the Cowan Ladies decided to once again try to bring some normalcy back by having a Covid […]

2021/10/14Local Interest

Community Outreach Open House – October 19, 2021

Submitted by: Kelli Riehl | Community Outreach Open House Hosted by Squadron Support Committee of 519 Swan Valley Royal Canadian Air Cadets Swan Valley Museum Highway 10 Tues. October 19, 2021 7:00 pm -8:30 pm The Community Outreach Open House will provide information on roles and needs for Adults to support this valuable youth program. […]

2021/10/12Local Interest

Confirmed Case of Covid-19 at ESRSS

Swan Valley School Division Notification | On Oct 11th, 2021, the ESRSS was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. The school is identifying possible close contacts connected to the case. They have been advised to self-isolate. Anyone who […]

2021/10/12Local Interest

Free Youth Snowmobile Safety Course – November 6, 2021

Submitted by: Bert Sutherland | FREE Snowmobile Safety Course for Youth 18 & Under November 6, 2021 10am – 2pm Westwood Inn Conference Room Lunch will be provided Deadline to register October 18 Offered by: Swan Valley Snowmobile Club and North Mountain Riders For more info: Les Rolsky 204-223-2209 Bert Sutherland 204-734-0184

2021/10/10Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – October 5, 2021

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture October 5, 2021 | Northwest Region Continued warm, dry weather has helped harvest move towards completion. Minimal precipitation fell in the areas of Laurier and Ste. Rose, while the rest of the region saw no rain. Some areas experienced light frosts for a couple of mornings with […]

2021/10/09Local Interest

Confirmed Case of Covid-19 at SVRSS

Swan Valley Regional Secondary School Notification | On October 8th, 2021, the SVRSS was advised by Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19. School administration is working closely with Public Health officials and following their recommendations. Manitoba public health officials have advised of at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 in the school on […]

2021/10/08Local Interest

Swan River Covid-19 Walk In Vaccine Clinic – Oct 12, 2021

Prairie Mountain Health Public Service Announcement | Swan River Vaccine Clinic Pfizer and Moderna Tues. October 12, 2021 4:30pm to 7:30pm Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre 1413 Main St. E Everyone is Welcome Walk In Only 1st dose eligibility: Pfizer: Anyone born on or before Dec 31, 2009 Moderna: 18 years and up 2nd dose eligibility: […]

2021/10/08Local Interest

SVCTC: A Halloween Family Event – October 16, 2021

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | Swan Valley Communities that Care presents A Halloween Family Event Sat. October 16, 2021 4pm – 9pm Swan Valley Historical Museum Grounds Highway #10 North Outdoor event, rain or shine Admission $5 per car or $2 for individuals. This is an event for every age. The event will include: – […]

2021/10/07Local Interest

Many in Attendance for Truth & Reconciliation Walk

Submitted by: Tanya Powell A walk to commemorate the legacy of those affected by residential schools was held in Swan River on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Thursday September 30, 2021. The day was perfect with so many in attendance. The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre would like to say a huge thanks to […]

2021/10/06Local Interest

At Least One Confirmed COVID-19 Case at SVRSS

Notification From Manitoba Health & Senior Care | Manitoba public health officials have advised of at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 in the school on September 23rd and 24th 2021 in grade 9 and 10 when the individual(s) may have been infectious. The school is working closely with public health officials and is following […]

2021/10/04Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – September 28, 2021

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture September 28, 2021 | Northwest Region Another week of no precipitation and good weather allowed harvest to progress nicely across the region. However, the lack of precipitation continues to deplete soil moisture conditions and water sources. Some post harvest fieldwork has been done; however, some are holding […]

2021/10/02Local Interest

Swan Valley Athletes Playing University Soccer

Left to Right: Morgan Terry, Kristen Bender, Sean Kirkpatrick, Ireland Staples, Sierra Makasoff, Josie Black Submitted by: Lise Fraser | There are seven graduated students athletes from the Swan Valley Regional soccer program currently playing in the Manitoba Collegiate University league. At Assiniboine Community College: Hailey Burghart. Brandon University: Kristen Bender, Morgan Terry, Josie Black, […]

2021/09/29Local Interest