Submitted by:Rose Kovachik | The skies may have been gloomy with just a peek of sunshine and it may have been chilly outside, but inside of the Cowan Community Centre on the afternoon of Sunday, Sept 30th, 2018 there was a bustle of activity. The Cowan ladies and a few gentlemen, were slicing, dicing and […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | There are 21 students from the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School who are participating in an Experiences Canada Exchange with 21 other students from Elgin, Ontario. Each Swan River student gets matched with a student from Elgin and they are considered “twins” during the exchange. Elgin is a small rural […]

Group Triple P Takes the guesswork out of raising kids aged 0-10! The Fall 2018 positive parenting course stars … November 3, 2018 9:00 am – 4:00 pm November 17, 2018 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Ecole Swan River South School 1015 2nd St. S, Swan River Telephone Sessions will be the week of November […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn We had our Fall Supper this past weekend on September 30, 2018 and with the two days of sunny and beautiful weather we still had a great turnout. With the farmers busy out in the fields taking their crops off, we had a great number of take outs. Thanks for their […]

Guiding Good Choices Parenting Workshop THURSDAYS: October 18th, 25th November 1st, 8th, 22nd Dinner: 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Sessions: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Children age 9-14 attend with their parent(s) on November 1st) Location: Ecole Swan River South School 1015 2nd Street South, Swan River FREE Childcare, Supper, Materials Are you raising a child age […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) is set once again to dazzle guests at their annual Cultural Gala. Now in its 4th year, the Gala has become known for its stunning decorations, fantastic food, superb service and spectacular entertainment. The Cultural Gala is a great opportunity to […]

Submitted by: Tanya Powell | Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women Luncheon & Walk October 4, 2018 11:00 am Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre 1413 Main Street Everyone is welcome to attend to Honour the over 1200 Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women. 11:00 am Opening prayers and story sharing followed by a short video to honour Missing […]

Submitted by: Rod Seib | Approximately 200 people came out to hear Big Daddy Tazz speak at the Veterans Community Hall in Swan River, Friday, September 28, 2018. The event, hosted by the Canadian Mental Health Association Swan Valley Branch, aimed to communicate important messages about mental illness and mental health. Tazz spoke for over […]

Submitted by: Pat Morden, President Swan Valley Stampeders The Board of Directors of the Swan Valley Stampeders Junior A Hockey Club Inc. would like to announce the hiring of Barry Wolff as General Manager and Head Coach of the Hockey Club. Originally from Kelowna, Barry Wolff comes to the Stampeders with 23 years of junior […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, September 12th, 2018 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – Wilmer Malcolm 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – Nestor Rizok 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | Prophecy Seminar Tues. October 9, 2018 Thurs. October 11, 2018 7:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room Swan River Library Video presentation followed by discussion.  Why Are There so Many Disasters? OTHER TOPICS What Does the Future Hold? Mysteries in the Book of Revelation Explained USA in Bible Prophecy Who is the Antichrist? Can […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the September 24, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. The Superintendent reported that for this year’s SAGE Day, the PD Committee has organized a few local option sessions. Teachers who choose the local option will still be expected to pay a registration fee. The […]

Submitted by: Brittney Suchoplas Swan Health Care Plus Pharmacy Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony October 4, 2018 11:00 am 615 Main Street Swan River, MB Coffee & Donuts | Door Prizes | Gift Certificates | Special Deals Now Open Saturdays 10am – 2pm Daily Delivery to Swan River & Minitonas • Weekly Delivery to Benito […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture September 24, 2018 | Northwest Region Harvest progress was stalled this week with cool weather, intermittent rain showers, fog, heavy dew and snow over the weekend. Daytime temperatures were generally in the low teens with nighttime temperatures dropping below zero and frost through the end of the […]

Community Foundation of Swan Valley Cultural Gala An elegant evening showcasing local cultural entertainment. Fri. November 9, 2018 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Veterans Community Hall Swan River, MB Four Course Dinner catered by:Julie Nahnybida Tickets $100 per person (charitable receipt for cost less expenses) Proceeds to the Community Foundation of Swan Valley For more […]

Submitted by: Jay Coulthart | Tornado Hunters touched down in Swan River on Thursday Septemer 20, 2018 for a meet and greet with fans. Tornado Hunters, Chris Chittick did an educational assembly for Hayes and Taylor schools on Thursday afternoon which was sponsored by Formo Motors. Thursday evening Chris was at Formo Motors talking with […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | FREE Cooking Class for Diabetics Wed. October 3, 2018 7:00 pm Pre-Register by: October 1, 2018 The Class* will include: – Demonstrations of vegetarian food preparation, recipes, food samples – Discussion on the relationship between diabetes, foods, & exercise – Question and Answer time Those who wish to, will be […]

Submitted by: Corey Hurren | About 150 people braved the weather and attended the BBQ on Monday at Swan River Key Chevrolet. The proceeds from the BBQ are going to the Swan Valley Cheetahs Gymnastics Club equipment purchase. Thanks to Key Chev for hosting and sponsoring the event, the Swan Valley Cheetahs for all their […]

Submitted Story | The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) is now receiving applications for 2018 Fall Granting. The CFSV is a charitable organization founded by local citizens to help people invest in building a community that is a better place to live, work and play. Since its inception in 2005, the CFSV has provided […]

Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health | A second MyHealthTeam has been approved for the Prairie Mountain Health region, expanding the quality and consistency of care for Manitobans living in the Swan River Valley region. “Medical experts have endorsed MyHealthTeams because they connect to their communities at the onset and focus on addressing the highest needs […]

The next general Manitoba municipal election will be held Wednesday, October 24, 2018. The following is the list of candidates running in the 2018 General Municipal Election for Swan Valley Municipalities along with the names of candidates elected by acclamation. MUNICIPALITY OF MINITONAS-BOWSMAN For the Office of Reeve MYCHALCHUK, Larry PACAMANIUK, Walter For the Offices […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | Cowan Fall Supper Cowan Community Centre Sun. September 30, 2018 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Adults – $14.00 Children 7-13 – $7.00 Preschoolers Free Everyone Welcome There will be a variety of food selections available that will include cabbage rolls, perogies, turkey, salads, cheesecakes and much more. Take-out trays are […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 4th, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Jacobson, Whyte, Friesen, Moriaux, Delaurier and Sakal present.   1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.403 Moved By: David Moriaux Seconded By: Jason Delaurier RESOLVED that the Agenda for the […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the September 10, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. Trustees who attended CSBA shared information from sessions they attended at the conference. The conference is a great opportunity to see what is happening across Canada in terms of Public Education. 2. The Board was […]

Swan Valley Animal Protection League Spring Banquet April 6, 2019 Veterans Hall Cocktails 5:00 pm Dinner 6:00 pm Tickets $35 For tickets or more information, contact: Coreen Stewart at 204-281-1895 or Brittany Holland at 204-734-3392 50/50 – Entertainment – Games throughout the night Raffle items $10 each or 3 for $20 – Available Now

Minutes of the 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 September, 2018 at 7:01 p.m. Present: Reeve William Galloway Councillors: Brian Burick Glen Foster David Minish Carrie Blosha CAO: Deidre Bilyk Absent with […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn Durban Community Hall Fall Supper Sun. September 30, 2018 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Adults: $15 Ages 7 to 12: $8 6 and under: Free Menu Fried Chicken, Meatballs, Cabbage Rolls, Perogies, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Salads, Vegetables, Desserts Takeouts: Call Hall at 204-539-2030 Pick up time: 3:30 pm All Welcome Info: […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture September 17, 2018 | Northwest Region Harvest progress stalled this week as cool weather and rain showers moved through. Some locations received a light frost, but reports of damage minimal. Reports of a hail storm on the weekend through Roblin, Swan River and Dauphin, but damage still […]

Submitted by: Rod Seib | Big Daddy Tazz Fri. September 28, 2018 8:00 pm Veterans Community Hall 119 – 6th Ave. N. Swan River, MB Door Prizes * 50/50 Draw There is no charge for this event. All ages welcome! Described as “on of the most talented comics in the business”, Big Daddy Tazz has […]

Submitted by: Jaci Zbirun | A big thank you to all that came out to the CNIB Tea and Bake Sale last Saturday, September 15, 2018. We had a great time trying the assortment of cakes and cheesecakes!

Submitted by: Corey Hurren | Swan Valley Cheetahs Gymnastics Club Fundraising BBQ Swan River Key Chevrolet Mon. September 24, 2018 11:00 am – 2:00 pm $5 for a Smokie on a bun, chips and a drink Bowsman Lions fundraising BBQ generously sponsored by Swan River’s Key Chev GX94’s Nick Kaczmar will be broadcasting live on […]

Submitted Story | A total of 60 participants and volunteers gathered at the Swan River Centennial arena for the Terry Fox Run on Sunday, September 16, 2018. Heavy rain in the morning moved the official event indoors, however some participants still chose to brave the weather and complete the run outside. Approximately $11,760 was raised. […]

Submitted by: The Abel’s(Anne-Marie, John and Natasha) | There may be a few folks in the Lenswood area, curious as to what changes have been made to the former Lenswood General store. Many people have shared memories of the old store and Metro and his family, with us. From what we’ve learned from neighbours and […]

Submitted Story | On Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Holy Cross High School in Saskatoon, SK, 42 teams entered the Annual Hoops For Hope Cystic Fibrosis Research 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. From U14 age categories (male and female) all the way to Masters Men and Women as well demonstration opportunities for Wheelchair Basketball participants, […]

Submitted by: Formo Motors | Tornado Hunters Touching Down in Swan River! Thurs. September 20, 2018 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Formo Motors Ltd. 1550 Main Street Hwy 10 Swan River Tornado Hunters are going to be at Formo Motors on Thursday Septemer 20, 2018 from 4-7pm. They will be talking with fans, signing autographs […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, August 22nd in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – Wilmer Malcolm 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – Nestor Rizok 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 21st day of August, 2018 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: Clint Eisner Councillors: J. Caruk, G. Bartel, S. Walmsley, & L. Hutman C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Absent with Notice: Councillor: C. Densen & L. […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture September 10, 2018 | Northwest Region There was good harvest progress this past week. Night temperatures are starting to cool with heavy dew in the mornings and a heavy frost mid-week through most parts of the region. Damage is evident in some crops, but most were near […]

Submitted by: Jaci Zbirun CNIB Tea and Bake Sale Sat. September 15, 2018 2pm to 3:30pm Come down to the Benito legion hall and enjoy delicious deserts and coffee/tea and punch. There will be a bake table, 50/50 and a door prize. What is the CNIB? CNIB stands for Canadian National Institute for the Blind […]

Submitted by: Sherri Martin | The gang at the TD bank held a barbecue on Friday Sep 7th and donated the proceeds to Swan Valley Animal Protection League(SVAPL. The BBQ was a great success, and TD folks raised $1250! Along with donations made at the BBQ to SVAPL along with a few items sold, the […]

Submitted by: Jim Webster | Annual Terry Fox Run Sun. September 16, 2018 Centennial Arena Swan River Manitoba Registration 12:30 PM Shotgun start 1:30 PM Sharp Pledge sheets are available at Atkinson Sports Excellence, the Town of Swan River, and the Star and Times. For more information contact Jim Webster at 204-734-0456.

ValleyBiz Story | As kids across the Valley headed back to school last week, students in Minitonas faced some additional adjustments while getting back into the swing of things. With the decision last fall to amalgamate the Minitonas Early and Middle Years schools, it is the first year K-8 will be combined together in the […]

Pictured above: Murray McClure from Terry’s Greenhouse presenting people’s choice garden aware to Lyn Kublick Submitted by: Teresa Mckay | The Minitonas Tent Town Garden Club held another successful Fruit festival on Saturday. We especially want to thank all who attended, enjoyed a pie and coffee and purchased our produce. Also a huge thank you […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the August 27, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. The Board was excited to hear that Cam Mateika had been named Chair of the UCN Board. The Board wants to extend its congratulations to Cam on his appointment. 2. The Board was updated on […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, August 21st, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Jacobson presiding and Councillors, Whyte, Friesen, Moriaux and Delaurier present.  Mayor McKenzie and Councillor Sakal were absent with permission. 1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.378 Moved By: David Moriaux […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, August 8th, 2018 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – Wilmer Malcolm 2 – 3 – Nestor Rizok 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 – […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture September 4, 2018 | Northwest Region There was good harvest progress this week as crop staging and weather allows. Some localized showers occurred. There have been some days with high winds, which has blown around canola swaths. Field work has been completed following harvest operations. Cereal harvest […]

Submitted by: Jennifer Leon | On September 1-2, 2018, Minitonas First Baptist Church celebrated its 90th Anniversary. Saturday festivities were held at Minitonas Arena with fun activities for all ages including a crokinole and bocce tournament, frisbee throwing competition, face painting, parachute games, cotton candy, bubble making and train rides. It was followed by a […]

Submitted by: Rhonda Kitch | Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our Swan Valley Youth Travel Club BBQ at KAL TIRE on Friday, August 31, 2018. It was a very blustery day!

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, August 7th, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Whyte, Friesen, Moriaux and Sakal present.  Councillors Delaurier, Jacobson and Moriaux were absent with permission. 1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.360 Moved By: Jason Sakal Seconded By: Phylis […]