Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture May 12, 2020 | Northwest Region In spite of cool temperatures and strong, cold winds, seeding is progressing in the Northwest region. Daytime temperatures hovered in the mid-teens with overnight temperatures dropping down around -5°C through the week. The soil is slowly warming up and soil moisture […]

ValleyBiz file photo | The province is celebrating International Museum Day by encouraging Manitobans to explore their history with virtual visits to Manitoba museums, Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister Cathy Cox announced today. ValleyBiz did a feature story on the Swan Valley Historical Museum a few years back that showcases many of the buildings and […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the April 27, 2020 Submitted by: Jon Zilkey, Superintendent/CEO 1. The Superintendent reported that the staffing process continues for next year, with some interviews taking place this week. 2. The Board reviewed Policy 13 – Finances. 3. The Acting Transportation Supervisor gave his annual report to the Board. […]

Submitted photos | The Swan Valley Teachers’ Association (SVTA) kicked off Teacher Tuesdays in support of Front line workers with a parade around the personal care and hospital on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. Every Tuesday until the end of June SVTA will also be sending lunch to one of the following front line workers in […]

Submitted Pictures | In spite of the cold weather, close to 120 people dusted off their clubs to attend the opening day of the Swan River Golf and Country Club. The course re-opened on Friday, May 8, 2020 with additional precautions to help stop the spread of Covid-19. Golfers are reminded to call ahead to […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture May 5, 2020 | Northwest Region Temperatures in the past week were generally cool throughout the region. Daytime temperatures were highest around the southern part of the region with highs of 21°C with overnight lows dropping to minus 5°C. Rain was widespread with precipitation amounts ranging from […]

Regular Meeting of the members of the Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman, held in the Council Chambers in Minitonas, Manitoba this 21st day of April, 2020 A.D. at 6:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: W. Pacamaniuk Councillors: G. Bartel, C. Densen, S. Walmsley, W. Kolisnyk and L. Hutman. CAO: Patti Simpson Present by Electronic Communication: Councillor […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the April 13, 2020 Submitted by: Jon Zilkey, Superintendent/CEO 1. The Superintendent reported that the staffing process continues for next year with internal, and some external postings coming shortly. 2. The Board reviewed Policy 12 – Learning Environment Programs and Services. 3. The Board discussed the Pension Committee […]

Co-Op Media Release: May 5, 2020 Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Swan Valley Co-op has been on the front lines delivering the essentials needed by our Co-op members, customers and communities. Now, we want to help say thank you to somebody making your life a little easier or a little brighter. Tell us […]

Regular Meeting of the members of the Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman, held in the Council Chambers in Minitonas, Manitoba this 7th day of April, 2020 A.D. at 6:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: W. Pacamaniuk Councillors: G. Bartel, C. Densen, S. Walmsley, D. Wagner and W. Kolisnyk. CAO: Patti Simpson Present by Electronic Communication: Councillor […]

Swan River Golf & Country Club We are Open Friday May 8, 2020 Must Call for tee time Thank you to all our members and guest for being patient in these uncertain times! The Swan River Golf & Country Club will be following the Covid-19 safe distancing guidelines inside the clubhouse and on course to […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, April 7th, 2020 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding in person with Councillors Wintoniw & Friesen present in person while Councillors Moriaux, Gray, Whyte and Delaurier attended via video conference. Also Present: Staff – in person: Town Manager […]

Town of Swan River Public Notice Citizens of the Town of Swan River, And the Swan Valley, We have reviewed the Restoring Safe Services announcement from the Province issued yesterday and will be re-opening the Town Office reception desk to the public on Monday, May 4. A maximum of 3 people will be allowed in […]

Prairie Mountain Health News Release | Prairie Mountain Health is building testing capacity in the northern part of the region by opening a COVID-19 community testing location in Swan River, decreasing the need to travel for area residents. The site will operate by appointment only and will open Friday, May 1st in the Manitoba Public […]

Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 24th day of March, 2020 at 7:01 pm. Present: COUNCIL AS A WHOLE and Don Bobick-for part of meeting, ATTENDED THIS MEETING VIA PHONE DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS. […]

Submitted | It comes with a heavy heart that the Swan River Valley Agricultural Society must announce the cancelling of the 2020 Northwest Round-Up & Exhibition. After many discussions and in review of government guidelines the Board has made this difficult decision. During this time of uncertainty surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic, it was clear the […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, April 8th, 2020 via Video Conference. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Stephen Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Larocque was present and acted as secretary. Finance Officer Kim Paterson was also […]

Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 10th day of March, 2020 at 7:00 pm. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Glen Foster Bill Gade Matt Wills Darryl Pierrepont Tyler Kushniryk Interim-Acting CAO: Ken Jenkins […]

Feeling overwhelmed, fearful, anxious with all the changes during this COVID-19 time? Shared Care Community Mental Health Worker located at the Swan Valley Primary Care Centre is available to speak to you over the phone. Please call 204-734-6600 and ask to speak with the Mental Health Counsellor All calls are confidential.

Received by ValleyBiz April 21, 2020 Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 25th day of February, 2020 at 7:00 pm. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Glen Foster Bill Gade Matt Wills Darryl Pierrepont […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, March 25th, 2020. Members Present via telecommunciation measures: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Steve Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Larocque was present and acted as secretary. 1. Call to Order The meeting […]

Received by ValleyBiz April 21, 2020 Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 11th day of February, 2020 at 7:02 pm. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Glen Foster Bill Gade Matt Wills Darryl Pierrepont […]

RCMP Media Release | On April 19, 2020, at 7:00 pm, as a result of an ongoing investigation, officers executed a search warrant at a residence located in the RM of Minitonas-Bowman. The search resulted in the recovery of stolen property including a 2020 Polaris Ranger 1000 side-by-side ATV. A 30-year-old male, from the RM […]

Story Submitted by: Korbin Proctor, Fisheries Management Student Natural Resources Management Technologies Program, University College of the North It finally happened, you’ve been fishing in this spot since you were a child, always believing the monster Walleye you’ve been after has been lurking deep below. You’ve finally captured it. After taking a few pictures and […]

ValleyBiz Story| For those of us eagerly awaiting the arrival of warmer weather, it seems we are not alone in our preparations. This little rabbit was spotted early one morning and appears to be transitioning to its summer colours. Winter weather, on the other hand has been a little reluctant to let go. Although the […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding and Councillors Moriaux, Wintoniw, Whyte, Gray, Friesen, and Delaurier present. Also Present: Staff – Town Manager C. Croll, ACAO P. Henkelman, PW Director D. Poole Media – Star and […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Primary Care Centre STAY AT HOME AND SEE YOUR DOCTOR! With the COVID-19 pandemic and social distance advice, we are introducing virtual visits at the Swan Valley Primary Care Centre to serve you better. The providers can assess the patient with any concern that they may have if they were to […]

Regular Meeting of the members of the Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman, held in the Council Chambers in Minitonas, Manitoba this 3rd day of March, 2020 A.D. at 6:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: W. Pacamaniuk Councillors: C. Densen, L. Hutman, S. Walmsley, D. Wagner and W. Kolisnyk. CAO: Patti Simpson Absent with Notice: Councillor G. […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Wintoniw presiding and Councillors Moriaux, Whyte, Gray, Friesen, and Delaurier present. Absent with notice: Mayor Jacobson Also Present: Staff – ACAO P. Henkelman, PW Director D. Poole Media – Star […]

It’s Easter Weekend! We are closed for the Easter Holiday on Friday and Sunday this week and have made some adjustments to our food order program due to the holiday. The following applies to the period of April 9, 2020 to April 13, 2020. Orders received on Thursday by 4pm – Ready for Pick-Up & […]

Media Release | Ready Roll Truck Tarps Inc. (RRTT), a roll tarp fabrication company, is set to open its doors on Monday April 13, 2020, in the old Kamsack Strawboard Plant. Located just 5km west of Kamsack, SK. right off Highway #5, they are only minutes from the Saskatchewan / Manitoba border. RRTT will provide […]

ValleyBiz Story | On March 31, 2020 the Province of Manitoba announced that classroom learning for kindergarten to Grade 12 students is suspended indefinitely for this school year to help ‘flatten the curve’ and reduce the impact of COVID-19. The Swan Valley School Division (SVSD) has indicated they will be continuing the organization towards distance […]

Submitted by: RJ McGregor | The Benito Rec Center proudly presents 2nd Annual Canada Day Rain or Shine Show and Shine Benito, MB Postponed Antique, Classic and Special Interest Cars, Trucks, Bikes, Tractors All Welcome ~ Finished or not, Bring Them Out! Peoples Choice and “Best of” Trophies in Several Categories This event will be […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, February 18th, 2020 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding and Councillors Moriaux, Wintoniw, Whyte, Gray, Friesen, and Delaurier present. Also Present: Staff – Town Manager C. Croll, ACAO P. Henkelman, PW Director D. Poole Media – Star and […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, March 11th, 2020 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Steve Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Pedersen was absent with notice. CAO Paige Larocque […]

Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our doors are closed to the public in order to protect our staff, clients and community. Our staff are still at work and are here to assist you with your ongoing or new legal matters. We are pleased to work with you by phone or email and […]

Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention Interagency Committee Open House The Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention Interagency Committee (MWSP) hosted an open house on March 11 in Swan River. It was an opportunity to share with the Swan Valley community information about their committee, and the ways they are involved in their communities. In the afternoon, […]

Town of Swan River Press Release | March 23, 2020 Citizens of the Town of Swan River, And the Swan Valley, In light of the recent escalation of government actions toward dealing with COVID-19, the Town of Swan River is taking the following steps: ➢ Municipal office will close to the public effective at 12:00 […]

“Well, doctor. Don’t you think people are overreacting just a bit? Blowing things out of proportion?” That is a question I’ve been hearing a great deal lately. It appears that there are two types of responses to the spreading of Covid-19: downplaying, or buying all the toilet paper. Perhaps the most appropriate response is somewhere […]

Please note that in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and adhering to Health Canada protocols, as well as out of the general health and safety of our team members and the community, our office is temporarily CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC Our staff is still at work and want to help you! We would be pleased […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, February 26th, 2020 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Steve Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Larocque was present and acted […]

Town of Swan River Press Release | March 20, 2020 Citizens of the Town of Swan River, And the Swan Valley, THE PROVINCE OF MANITOBA HAS DECLARED A STATE OF EMERGENCY. ➢ An order has been issued under the Public Health Act to limit indoor and outdoor public gatherings to no more than 50 people […]

Swan Valley Co-op COVID-19 State of Emergency News Release: Effective Friday, March 20th at 4 pm, due to the provincially declared state of emergency for COVID-19: • We are now limiting the number of customers allowed in our store at the same time. Our maximum capacity has been set to 50 guests at any given […]

Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health | NEW ACUTE CARE FACILITY VISITOR RESTRICTIONS For all acute care facilities, including acute mental health facilities, in Manitoba, visitor access is being suspended immediately. Visitor restrictions took effect today – March 19 – at 3 pm. Exceptions for compassionate reasons for end of life will continue to be made […]

Information on the COVID-19 virus for residents of the Swan Valley This article is intended to act as a resource for accurate information on the virus and a guide to local services. New information is constantly becoming available, please see the links at the bottom of the article for updated information. This article is not […]

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton | Thank you to everyone that came out and supported our Irish Stew lunch. Over 30 people can out for delicious stew,biscuits,lots of yummy desserts. Glad to see so many stayed and enjoyed lots of friendly conversation. Hope to see everyone again next year.

Town of Swan River Press Release | March 16, 2020 Citizens of the Town of Swan River, And the Swan Valley, The Mayor and Administration met this morning to determine our steps going forward with regards to the COVID-19 virus. After the meeting and in continuing consultation with the Council via email, it was determined […]

Submitted by: Jo-Anne Saunders. Education Director. SRAE. | Due to the evolving situation around the COVID-19 pandemic, Swan River Adult Education will be closed as of March 17 until further notice. This includes Site 1 (128-5th Ave. N.) and Site 2 (in the EC Friendship Centre). Phone 204-734-9391 for info.

Submitted by: Minitonas Figure Skating Club Thanks to all the parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, neighbours and community members that came out to support the Minitonas Figure Skating Club’s annual Carnival “An Enchanted Evening” on March 6 th , 2020! A big thank you to skating coach Alison Burgess. Also thank you to all the Senior […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | The World Day of Prayer is an international ecumenical Christian lay women’s initiative which is celebrated in 170 countries annually on the first Friday in March. Seven congregations in the Swan Valley gathered in St. James church in Friday, March 6 to join in prayer for peace and justice. This […]