Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Swan Valley Community Band presents “NOTES OF SPRING” Wed. May 3, 2023 7:30 P.M. ESRSS Gym Silver Collection Refreshments

Pictures above: Drayton Loewen stands next to Giant Beaver during “Strange Creatures Seldom Seen” tour Submitted by: Dodi Abbott North-West Regional Library Swan River had some very interesting guests on Tuesday, March 28th. A replica of a giant beaver, a very large frog, Manitoba Crocodile egg and even BIGFOOT! John Warms, author of Strange Creatures, […]

Regular Meeting of Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 14th day of March 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Present Reeve: Bill Gade Councillors: Brian Burick, Carrie Blosha, Byron Zbirun, Terry Neely, Brad Kushniryk, Raymond McGregor Interim CAO: Pat Ellingson Videographer: Jeremy […]

RCMP Media Release | On April 7, 2023, at approximately 3:40 pm, Swan River RCMP responded to a report of a snowmobile collision on a groomed trail in Porcupine Provincial Forest, located approximately 35 kilometres from Birch River. An 80-year-old male, from Minitonas, was travelling behind another snowmobile when he veered off the groomed trail […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | Cowan Coffee House Sat. April 15, 2023 1:30 pm Cowan Community Centre A fundraiser for the Cowan Community Centre Featuring: SVRSS Concert Band Jessica Kovachik on Trumpet Community Open-Mic: Come up and share your music Coffee, Tea, Juice, and Light Lunch Available Admission: $10 (or donation of your choice)

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Stephen Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt CAO Paige Wozny was present and […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Moriaux presiding along with Councillors Bobick, Medwid, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillors Boychuk, Powell, and Mayor Jacobson Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir D. […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the March 13, 2023 Board Meeting Submitted by: Cameron Mateika, Superintendent/CEO 1. The board was made aware of the University of Winnipeg’s Bachelor of Education Program to be delivered by Distance. 2. A presentation to the Easterville Chief and Council will take place to promote NITT’s carpentry program […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Stephen Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Wozny was present and […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 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 Absent with Permisson: Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Dir. of Works D. Harvey. […]

Submitted by: Ara Bartel Swan River Dolyna Dancers Year End Ukrainian Dance Concert Sat. April 22, 2023 2:00 pm Ecole Swan River South School Gymnasium 1015- 2nd Street South, Swan River MB. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from any Swan River Dolyna Dancer in advance or at the door. Ages 10 and under […]

Submitted by: Lynda Bird | A great time was had celebrating Ken Sutherland’s 90th birthday on March 25, 2023. We would like to thank all the family that came from near and far and all the friends that made time to come for a visit. We appreciated the visit from Rick Wowchuk to give Dad […]

Submitted by: North-West Regional Library John Warms presents “Strange Creatures Seldom Seen” Tues. March 28, 2023 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Swan River Library Manitoba author, John Warms, is presenting his “Strange Creatures Seldom Seen” tour. Replica’s & displays on site! – Giant Beaver Skull – Platypus – Giant Frog – long and short-necked Plesiosaur […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors The Coffee and a Chat sessions held March 14 and 16, 2023 were attended by 54 people. Topics this month were understanding your Health Care Directives, and Fraud-how to recognize fraud. Deborah Shultz, Nurse Practitioner explained to us that a health care directive is for any person of any age. […]

Regular Meeting of Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 14th day of February 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Present Reeve: Bill Gade Councillors: Brian Burick Carrie Blosha Terry Neely Brad Kushniryk Raymond McGregor Interim CAO:   Pat Ellingson Videographer:  Jeremy Bergen CALL […]

Submitted by: Alyssa Pitura The Swan River Curling Club hosted its 92nd women’s bonspiel on March 17-19, 2023. The Disney-themed bonspiel had a total of 28 teams participate. We want to extend a thank you to the following businesses and families for their event contributions: the Spicer Family, Swan Valley Consumers Co-op, New Era Ag, […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Sunflower Early Learning Centre in Minitonas was recently awarded a grant for an infant playground. The staff have setup the equipment indoors allowing the children an opportunity to play on the equipment before the snow melts – “the kids LOVE it!” The outdoor infant space at […]

Submitted by: Carolin Foster | The 24th Annual Billy Beal Classic Fishing Derby at Whitefish Lake was a huge success! The $10,000 prize winner was Thomas McKay from Winnipegosis, MB. With 6 minutes left in the derby, his Northern Pike weighing in at 4 lbs. 2 oz. was the winning catch of the day! Ghosted […]

Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health In partnership with Health Canada and Shared Health, Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) has commenced a pilot project to further enhance access to addictions services within the health region. With the support of $897,416 from Health Canada’s Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP), and in collaboration with local health partners and […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, February 7th, 2023 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux, and Councillors Bobick, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Councillor Boychuk was absent. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Rec. […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Stephen Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Wozny was present and […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe There was an excellent turnout for the Learn to Curl Clinic that was held at the Swan River Curling Club on March 15, 2023. There were 35 curlers that came out to try out their skills and learn a little about the game of curling. A big thank you to all […]

Submitted by: Linda Bird Ken Sutherland 90th Birthday Come and Go Visit Sat. March 25, 2023 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Bowsman Legion Hall Come and go visit for Ken Sutherland’s 90th Birthday. (Dad says tea is for old people). The only gift needed is your presence.

Submitted by: Kari Goethe Where’s Waldo? and Backyard Party Swan River Curling Club April 22, 2023 Where’s Waldo 4:00 pm Supper 5:30 pm Backyard Party 9:00 pm Fundraiser for the Swan River Community Center Where’s Waldo – 4:00pm start (meet at the Curling rink) – Form teams of 2-6 people of any age – Every […]

The Bellsite Community Centre along with North Mountain Riders hosted the Bellsite Annual Poker Derby on February 26, 2023. Approximately 100 sleds participated, with 150 people enjoying the full course hot meal. It was a beautiful day of working, playing, and visiting! 126 Driver hands sold, 400 Ghost riders 1st prize $1428.00 to Greg Sauder […]

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time begins tonight. The official time to set your clocks ahead 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, March 12, 2023 Set your clock to: 3:00 am Each year, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November.

Submitted by Tammela Bobick Our club hosted its 16th annual Vintage ride on Saturday February 25, 2023 and Mother Nature was against us. We had extreme cold, minus 30 that morning and some winds. However, the people and sleds showed up at the Westwood Inn here in Swan River, Manitoba and by the time we […]

Submitted by: Amanda Dixon Congratulations to the U11 A Team on a Gold Medal Win in the MB Rural A Provincials! The team had a successful weekend which lead them to the championship game. The final game was played against Dauphin, with a score of 9-3. A tournament win to remember! Over the weekend, families […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Stephen Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Malcolm was absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Moriaux presiding along with and Councillors Bobick, Medwid and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Mayor Jacobson and Councillors Powell and Boychuk, and Chief D.Fedorchuk Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the February 13, 2023 Board Meeting Submitted by: Cameron Mateika, Superintendent/CEO 1. Kris Woodward and Kristy Ashcroft gave an excellent presentation on the MRLC Numeracy Achievement Project that was started in 2018 at Ecole South School. The data that shows the improved learning and areas where students need […]

Submittted by: Kari Goethe | Learn to Curl FREE Clinic! Wednesday, March 15 5:30 pm -7:00 pm This is your chance to come try curling to see if you might want to join the club next year! Open to all beginners age 6 and up, including adults. All equipment will be provided, just bring a […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat March 14, 2023 Cultural Building in WSFN 10:00am – 12:00pm March 16, 2023 Senior Centre in Swan River 10:00am – 12:00pm This month’s topics: • Fraud, how to recognize fraud • Getting to know your healthcare directive Speakers: RCMP Deb Schulz, NP (healthcare directive) Refreshments served, […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. – Service to Seniors The February 14 and 16, 2023 Coffee and a Chat sessions were attended by 36 people. Topics this month were making nutritious affordable meals with Katie Kroeker and Bruce Hardie CPA giving us hints on how to make a household budget […]

Submitted by: Carolin Foster | 24th Annual Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby Sat. March 18, 2023 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Whitefish Lake $10,000 First Prize The Billy Beal Classic Fishing Derby is back this year with many prizes! All proceeds go to the Swan Valley Lion’s Medical Assistance Fund to help Swan Valley […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The CFSV awarded a grant to The Swan Valley Trails Association that helped purchase a walk behind brush mower as well as a few smaller tools for maintaining, grooming and making trails. The mower and tools will mainly stay and work at the Rex Leach Trail, and […]

Submitted by: Candace Balbo The Winter Warm-Up concert fundraiser for the Swan Valley Historical Museum held on February 3, 2023 featured music by country artist J.J. Voss and our own Terri Boyd. In addition to the great music, guests sampled a variety of delicious appetizers and made-in-Manitoba craft beers. The “penny auction” and 50/50 draw […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, January 11th, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Pedersen and Nadolney were absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

Submitted by: Amanda Dixon The Swan Valley U11 A Team is hosting Hockey Manitoba Rural A Provincials, presented by Cargill Ltd. Provincials will be held on the weekend of March 3-5th at the Swan River Centennial Arena, hosting 8 teams. This driven group of hockey players are looking forward to the opportunity of hosting Provincials […]

RCMP Media Release | On February 14, 2023, at approximately 3:20 pm, Swan River RCMP responded to a robbery outside a business on Main Street, in Swan River. It was reported that two victims, a 15-year-old female, and a 14-year-old male, were walking on Main Street when they were approached by a male and female. […]

RCMP Media Release | On February 10, 2023, at 10:25 am, Swan River RCMP received a report of a 29-year-old male having been assaulted on Sapotaweyak Cree Nation and was being transported to the Swan Valley health Center with non-life threatening injuries. Shortly thereafter, at 11:00 am, officers were advised that two additional males, ages […]

Submitted by: Carolin Foster Over 40 Venders consisting of local artists, crafters, entrepreneurs, fundraising organizations and shoppers alike participated in the Valentines Home Business & Craft Sale at the War Veterans Hall on Saturday, February 11, 2023. It was the happening place to be to see friends old and new and stock up on your […]

Submitted by: Tammela Bobick | 2023 Vintage Ride February 25, 2023 3:00 – 3:30pm $20 Vintage Registration Starts at 10:00 am (2000 and Older) Includes Free Lunch Payout to Vintage Drivers: 1st 30%, 2nd 20% All riders are required to sign waiver prior to participating Chinese Auction and 50/50 All are welcome to come see […]

Submitted by: Mandy Slepicka & Jody Nakonechny | Minitonas will be hosting a homecoming celebration July long weekend 2023! Minitonas Homecoming Fri June 30, 2023 Sat July 1, 2023 Sun July 2, 2023 It will be a fun filled weekend with lots of activities, entertainment and great food! Friday June 30, 2023 Registration will be […]

Submitted by: Carolin Foster | Valentine’s Home Business & Craft Sale Sat. February 11, 2023 10 am – 3 pm War Veterans Hall Swan River Homemade Soaps, Baking, Woodwork, Sewing, Beaded Jewellery, Crocheting, Toys Julies Catering is hosting the luncheon. Silent Auction proceeds will go toward upgrading the kids’ playground equipment in the Valley.

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the January 16, 2023 Board Meeting Submitted by: Cameron Mateika, Superintendent/CEO 1. Manitoba Apprenticeship meeting on December 15, 2022, was discussed. Level II Carpentry and an 8 Week Heavy Duty Level one could result. 2. December 16, 2022, Meeting with Heavy Construction Association. Grader Simulator is Available 3. […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat February 14, 2023 Cultural Building in WSFN 10:00am – 12:00pm February 16, 2023 Senior Centre in Swan River 10:00am – 12:00pm This month’s topics: • Eating on a budget and accounting/budgeting resources Speakers: Speakers: Katie Kroeker (making nutritious affordable meals), PKHC Chartered Accountants (Income tax, making […]

Submitted by: Violet Plett | Barrows 8th Annual Gospel Jamboree at Barrows, MB June 2, 3, 4, 2023 Fri. 6pm – 9pm Sat. 10am – 9pm Sun. 10am – 6pm Come and enjoy the ministry of invited musicians for a weekend of Gospel Music. Jeff & Anita Reimer & Family Ivan Chartrand Josephine Genaille Wilf […]

Regular Meeting of Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 29th day of December 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Present Reeve: Bill Gade Councillors: Brian Burick Byron Zbirun Raymond McGregor Interim CAO: Pat Ellingson Podcast: Jeremy Bergen CALL TO ORDER NOTICE OF […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, December 21st, 2022 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Stephen Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, and Brad Wyatt Councillor Pedersen was absent with notice. CAO Paige […]