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 10, 2024 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: Kari Goethe | Where’s Waldo Fundraiser for the Swan River Curling Club April 20, 2024 Team Registration at the SR Curling Rink 3:00-4:00 pm Event Start 4:00 pm Don’t miss out…. Gather some friends, family or co-workers to have a day of fun! People dressed as Waldos will be hiding around the town […]

Submitted by: Donna Leming | The Seventh-day Adventist church hosted the 2024 World Day Of Prayer program with The United, Catholic, Anglican and Lutheran churches participating with the readings. The program was prepared by a group of ecumenical Palestinian Christian women. The service was based on the theme “I Beg You … Bear With One […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | Learn to Curl FREE Clinic! Tuesday, March 19, 2024 5:30 pm -7:00 pm Swan River Curling Club Open to all beginners age 8 and up, including adults. This is your chance to come try curling to see if you might want to join the club next year! All equipment will […]

Swan Valley Fire Department Weather Statement March 3, 2024 | This does not happen very often but roads within the Swan Valley area are closed due to the blowing snow and hazardous driving conditions. Driving anywhere on the highways and backroads are not advised! Stay at home and watch some movies, spend time with family! […]

Submitted by: Keith Behrmann | 24th Annual Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby Sat. March 16, 2024 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: June Jamieson World Day of Prayer Local Service Hosted/organized by the Swan River Seventh-day Adventist Church 1200 – 1st Street South Fri. March 1, 2024 7:30 p.m. For more information, please contact: Mary Yakelashek Phone #: 204-525-4523 Email: fmyak@yahoo.ca The invitation is out for everyone – men, women, and children of all ages […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) Heyes Elementary PAC (SVSD) recently received a grant to purchase new skates and helmets for the school. The Community Foundation of Swan Valley is happy to support this project that enhances the well-being and recreational opportunities for students, ensuring that every student has access to the essential […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat February 27, 2024 Birch River Drop In Center February 28, 2024 Benito Drop In Center February 29, 2024 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre All venues will be at 10:00am – 12:00pm all ages welcome Refreshments will be available but no lunch this year This month’s topics: […]

Submitted by: Linda Carpentier With crime on the rise in the Swan Valley, several residents have decided to be proactive in an effort to deter it. For this reason Swan Valley Citizens On Patrol Program (SV COPP) was started in 2021. SV COPP is part of MB COPP that started in Manitoba in 1991. The […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Services to Seniors We are happy to have Birch River Northern Neighbors Drop In Center, Benito Drop In Center and the Swan River Senior Citizen Center host our presentations in January. The topics were budgeting and Income Tax Information with CPA Bruce Hardie and Aging as a Spiritual Journey with pastor […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 7:00 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 Permission: Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir. Harvey, Rec […]

Submitted by: Madge Lake Bible Camp | Swan River Horseplay Monday Evenings Ages 8 and Up Novice to Experienced January 29 – May 20, 2024 For more information visit www.madgelakebiblecamp.ca or call Naomi at 1-888-88Madge

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Bobick, Boychuk, Medwid, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillor Powell Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir. Harvey, […]

Submitted by: Brent Erlendson CANCELLED Live in Concert Swan River Legion Voices of Legends featuring Steve Hillis Amazing One Man Tribute Show Featuring tributes to Classic Rock 1970s/80s plus Country Legends and more Click Here for Classic Rock Playlist Click Here for Classic Country Playlist Includes hamburger/hot dog with ALL the fixins … Chili, Fried […]

Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on January 8, 2024, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Board Chair: Treaty and Land Acknowledgement We gather this evening to meet as Swan Valley School Division’s Board of Trustees, on land that is the Traditional Territory of The Cree, […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Minitonas & District Arena Inc. received a second grant for their Accessibility Project. Automatic door openers were installed, steps/ramps added to the bleachers, and grade changes/exits painted yellow for easy identification. The Community Foundation of Swan Valley is happy to continue to support this community project […]

SVSD Announcement | After extensive consultation, our search for a new Superintendent/CEO has led the Swan Valley School Board of Trustees to Rob Tomlinson. We are pleased to announce that Rob will be assuming his new role July 1, 2024. We are excited to have him on board and look forward to his leadership as […]

Submitted by: Violet Plett | Barrows 9th Annual Gospel Jamboree at Barrows, MB May 31, June 1 & 2, 2024 Fri. 6pm – 9pm Sat. 10am – 9pm Sun. 10am – 6pm Come and enjoy the ministry of invited musicians for a weekend of Gospel Music. Jeff and Anita Reimer and Family Ivan Chartrand Cindy […]

RCMP Media Release | UPDATE: Jan 25, 2024 The investigation has been completed and was found to be non-criminal. ______________________________ On January 23, 2024, at 5:00 pm, Swan River RCMP received a report of an incident, from the day before, from the Benito School of a suspicious vehicle having driven past two female students, ages […]

The Benito Vesselli Dance Club With a sold out crowd, the club was overwhelmed with the support from the community and surrounding area. Guests were entertained with live music played by Bill Macooh as they entered the hall for cocktails. All 28 Vesselli Dancers gathered to welcome everyone to Malanka 2024 and say Grace. A […]

On January 13, 2024, at approximately 4:20 pm, Swan River RCMP received a report of a female injured in her home on 6th Avenue in Swan River, Manitoba. When police arrived on scene, Emergency Medical Services were providing treatment to a 39-year-old female for non-life threatening injuries. Investigation determined that the female had been home […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 7:00 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 Permission: Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir. Harvey, Rec […]

RCMP Media Release | UPDATE: On January 16, 2024, Dean Bell, 29, and Tyrone Guiboche, 40, both from Swan River, were arrested and charged with Manslaughter in relation to the homicide of the 33-year-old male that occurred on January 13, 2024, in Swan River. They were remanded into custody. _________________________________ On January 13, 2024, at […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat January 23, 2024 Birch River Drop In Center January 24, 2024 Benito Drop In Center January 25, 2024 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre All venues will be at 10:00am – 12:00pm All ages welcome Refreshments will be available but no lunch this year This month’s topics: […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Medwid and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillors: Boychuk, Powell, and Bobick Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Rec Dir. E. […]

Submitted by: Anna Fullerton We had another successful supper for anyone spending Christmas Day alone. The Elks hall was nicely decorated. We served 87 meals; this included guests who sat at the tables, 15 who had takeout meals and 10 helpers. We thank valley residents, businesses and organizations who were again so very generous with […]

Submitted by: Tracy Mychalchuk Benito Vesselli Dance Club presents Malanka Sat. January 13, 2024 5:00 pm Cocktails 6:00 pm Supper 7:00 pm Entertainment Dance to Follow 50/50 Adult (18+): $40.00 Children (7-17): $20.00 6 & under: Free Tickets can be purchased from: Any Vesselli Dance Parent Helen at Family Hiway Service Amanda Bulycz (204) 281-2148

Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on November 27, 2023, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Board Chair: Treaty and Land Acknowledgement We gather this evening to meet as Swan Valley School Division’s Board of Trustees, on land that is the Traditional Territory of The Cree, […]

Submitted by: The Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) held their AGM and Fall Granting Night on December 6, 2023. The 2023 fall grants were awarded to local community projects followed by presentation of Donor Advised Fund and Designated Fund annual payouts. Kyla Tibbett of PKHC Chartered Accountants was […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Town of Swan River Recreation Department received a grant to create a family friendly outdoor skating rink. This outdoor rink was built with the purpose of giving families a safe place to skate with their children. The CFSV is happy to support this community project that […]

Submitted photo A candle lighting ceremony was held at the Birchwood Cemetery December 22, 2023. The warm glow of the candles, lit in remembrance of loved ones, carried their memory throughout the Christmas season.

We wish you a holiday season filled with peace, joy and love. May the magic of Christmas fill your heart and carry you throughout the New Year! From all of us at ValleyBiz

Submitted by: Donna Leming | An inspirational Christmas program was held on Dec 16th at the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The program featured various talents from members of the Swan Valley. Pastor Bob Lewis shared his testimony titled “By the Grace of God. The evening ended with a delicious meal. A big thank you to all […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk Minitonas Metis Local Christmas coffee house on December 15, 2023 was a huge success!! There were 97 people in attendance listening to and performing great music. Our MC’s for the evening were Tayler LeClaire and Sydney Fleming. Door prizes were won by Mae Bercier, Desiree Desrosier, Sydney Fleming and Kyra Sikora. […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Bobick, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillor Boychuk Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, […]

Submitted by: Barry Fawcett On December 2, 2023 the Hobby Shed at the Swan Valley Museum group hosted an Introduction to Leatherwork. Those in attendance showed interest in the information shared about crafting with leather. Barry Fawcett talked about some of his projects and provided the material and tools for those who wished to try […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater, PR/Secretary/Communications Under the Direction of Julie Kooistra, the Swan Valley Community Band presented their Christmas Concert on Wednesday December 7, 2023 that was held in the SVRSS Cafeteria. The “Halls were Decked with Music” for almost an hour. Over the last 29 years, which also include those dreaded Covid19 ones, our […]

Submitted by: June Jamieson You’re Invited to A Christmas Hymn Sing Sat. December 16, 2023 3:00 p.m. Seventh-day Adventist Church 1200 First Street South Swan River Offering for Adult & Teen Challenge Christmas Supper to follow

Submitted by: Anna Fullerton | Alone at Christmas? Join us for Supper December 25, 2023 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 Donations of cash, food or volunteering are gratefully accepted as we operate on donations.

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry Coffee and a Chat had a full set of sessions November 28th in Birch River, November 29th in Benito, November 30th in Swan River. The fall prevention topic was delivered by Debbie Schulz, NP. Statistics show 1 in 4 people fall. No one plans to have a fall, but we can […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk Minitonas Metis Local Christmas Coffee House December 15, 2023 7:00 pm Minitonas Community Hall Silver Collection at Door Christmas Dinner Hamper Raffle 50/50 Raffle Ugliest Christmas Sweater Contest

Pictured above (L to R): Swan Valley Snowmobile Club President, Ted Corbett; Draw Winner, Callan Senyk, Flin Flon; Swan Valley Snowmobile Club Vice President, Sheldon Strilaeff Submitted by: Tammela Bobick The Swan Valley Snowmobile Club (SVSC) draw day on November 30th, 2023 was full of excitement, with non stop online raffle sales starting at 6am […]

Submitted by: Jena McKee The Swan Valley Farmers Market held their Christmas Market at the Swan Valley Historical Museum on Friday November 17th, 2023. Shoppers browsed the wares of 25 different vendors selling locally produced items.

Submitted by: Phyl Friesen The Swan Valley Carol Festival took place on December 3, 2023, featuring a variety of musicians and many different musical selections.

Submitted by: Swan Valley Funeral Services Ltd. Angels Among Us 26th Annual Christmas Memorial Service December 6, 2023 7:00 pm Veterans Community Hall

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley “A Magical Evening,” hosted by the Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) left guests spellbound in a night of celebration and community support. The event, held at the Veterans Community Hall, was a testament to the power of community spirit and a night that will be fondly remembered. […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Boychuk, Bobick, Medwid, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillor Powell Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir D. […]

Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on November 13, 2023, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Board Chair: Treaty and Land Acknowledgement We gather this evening to meet as Swan Valley School Division’s Board of Trustees, on land that is the Traditional Territory of The Cree, […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | The Valley Stage Players presented their annual dinner and dessert theatres this past weekend, November 24-26 with their production of “Farce of Nature” by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten. The play was set at a struggling fishing lodge in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas which was surprised with […]