Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 7, 2025 Northwest Region Hot, dry conditions allowed for good harvest progress at the start of the week. Cool, rainy weather over the weekend slowed harvest progress. Post-harvest field operations are continuing. Volunteer crops and weeds are actively growing with recent improvements to soil moisture. Fall rye and winter […]

Northwest Regional Library presents Spooktober Fri. October 17, 2025 Sat. October 18, 2025 Swan Valley Museum Highway #10 North Octagon House and Gulash Building – SCARY! Open from 6pm – 9pm for ages 8 & over Halloween Maze – SCARY! Open from 5pm -9pm for ages 8 & over Museum Hall – NOT TOO SCARY! […]

Submitted Story | Swan River hosted another medical student Rural Interest Group (RIG) weekend on October 3-5, 2025 for 26 first and second-year medical students. Students were exposed to ‘hands on stations’ such as casting and suturing with physician preceptors from Swan River and Brandon. The preceptors provided many opportunities for the students to ask […]

Submitted by: Michelle Baudin Birch River Craft Fair and Tea hosted by Birch River Legion Branch #48 Sat. October 25, 2025 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Birch River Legion Hall Tables include: Home Baking, Mary Kay, Homemade Cards, Honey, Wild Things Jams and Jellies, Homemade Body Products, Cindy the Crocheter, Plants and Crafts, Knitting, 3D […]

RCMP Media Release | On October 6, 2025, at 1:10 pm, Swan River RCMP attended a residence on 2nd Ave S after a report that 41-year-old Tyrone Guiboche, who possessed an outstanding warrant of arrest for manslaughter and breaching conditions, was hiding at the residence. Officers arrived and spoke to the homeowner who gave consent […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. – Service to Seniors Hello to all, 88 people attended the three days of Coffee and a Chat this month. It was great to see you all again and meet the new people who came. Donna Martin had a chat with us about the Community […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary October 1, 2025 Northwest Region Warm temperatures this week allowed for good harvest progress across the region. Harvest operations were also able to run later into evening this week as conditions remained dry for longer. Post-harvest field operations are continuing. Volunteer crops and weeds are actively growing with recent improvements […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, September 10th, 2025 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok and Jarrett Mosiondz. Councillors Malcolm, Pedersen, and Wyatt were absent with notice. CAO Paige Driscoll […]

Submitted by Jayne Leadbeater: Beginning Day for some dedicated musicians, who are members of the Swan Valley Community Band, occurred this past 17 September 2025. There was some excitement this September with new members choosing to join us. To the delight everyone, 4 new people have expanded our numbers. Invitations to dust off instruments and […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 23, 2025 Northwest Region Slow harvest progress this week due to precipitation for most of the week, with some movement over the weekend in areas that did not receive as much precipitation. A significant precipitation event in the Ethelbert area brought a large amount of rainfall in a short […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Swan Valley Easy Lopers 4H Club received a grant for a portable washroom. This project enhances accessibility and comfort for all members. The Swan Valley Community Foundation is happy to support a project that promotes inclusion, supports youth development, and improves the overall experience for participants and […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councilors Bobick, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with notice: Also Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida Delegations: Media: Jeremy Bergen, Star and Times […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Pedersen was absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 16, 2025 Northwest Region High daytime temperatures made for a good week of harvest progress until the precipitation over the weekend. Heavy dews have also contributed to a shortened harvest window. Desiccation/swathing continues in canola as stages are reached. Post-harvest field operations are continuing. Fall rye and winter wheat […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik Cowan Community Centre Fall Supper Sun. September 28, 2025 5:00 – 7:00pm Price – $18 Wide food selection available Hope to see you there!

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. – Service to Seniors Hello to all, we are happy to be back with Coffee and a Chat, I know it was a beautiful summer day and people are still wanting to be outdoors, thank you to all who took the time to attend. We […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat Sept 23, 2025 10am – 12 Birch River Drop In Center Sept 24, 2025 10am – 12 Benito Drop In Centre Sept 25, 2025 9:30am – 12 Swan River Veterans Hall This Month’s Topics: Birch River Community Foundation of the Swan Valley- Donna Martin Healthy Aging- […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Moriaux presiding along with Councilors Bobick, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with notice: Mayor Jacobson Also Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Director D. Harvey Delegations: RCMP S/Sgt. […]

RCMP Media Release | On September 11, 2025, at approximately 12:00 am, Swan River RCMP initiated a traffic stop with two occupants while on patrol on Main Street. While officers were speaking with the female driver, open liquor was observed in plain view inside the vehicle and both the driver and female passenger were arrested. […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 9, 2025 Northwest Region Progress of harvest was slower this week, as unsettled weather moved in mid-week, pausing most harvest operations. The entire region received precipitation, and a light frost was recorded at several stations, with Laurier recording the lowest temperature below 0, at -1.6 degrees. Hail damage, from […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Swan Valley Community Band Beginning Day Practice Wed. September 17, 2025 7:30 pm SVRSS Band Room All are welcome! Photo: June 30, 2025 Canada Day. 17th year opening the celebration on the Kinsman Main Stage in the Legion Park, Swan River

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary September 3, 2025 Northwest Region Warm temperatures allowed for good harvest progress this week. The weekend wrapped up with thunderstorms in some areas, pausing harvest briefly. Heavy dews have also narrowed the harvest window. Thunderstorms at the end of the weekend brought hail to the Swan Valley, Benito and Inglis […]

On Sunday August 24, 2025 the Museum welcomed adults and children alike with free admission to our beautiful grounds and a perfect day filled with things to see and do. In addition to regular displays on display in the main building and pioneer village, the day also included live demonstrations of heritage skills and machines. […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary August 26, 2025 Northwest Region Precipitation in some parts of the region slowed harvest progress. Pre-harvest applications continue as stages are reached and conditions allow. Winter cereal harvest moves closer to completion in the Swan Valley region, while other areas are nicely underway. Spring wheat is mostly in the hard […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Coundil of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, and Arnie Pedersen. Councillor Wyatt was absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health Physician recruitment efforts continue within Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) region. Collaborating with the Province, Shared Health and community partners, PMH continues to strategically enhance access to physician and primary care services within the Region. One of the initiatives the region utilizes as part of overall physician recruitment strategies includes the […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councilors Bobick, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with notice: Also Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Director D. Harvey, Recreation Director […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary August 19, 2025 Northwest Region Precipitation across the region slowed harvest progression. Some pre-harvest applications were completed as stages were reached and conditions allowed. Fall rye and winter wheat harvest is underway. Winter cereal harvest is close to complete in the Swan Valley region, while other areas are getting started. […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Swan River Valley Agricultural Society received a grant for a wheelchair ramp. The Community Foundation of Swan Valley is proud to support a project that enhances accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring everyone in our community can participate in local events and enjoy shared spaces. The Community Foundation of […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary August 12, 2025 Northwest Region Another week of warm temperatures and smoky conditions, and unsettled weather, over the weekend, broughtvarying amounts of precipitation. High wind speeds and heavy rain caused lodging in some cereal crops. Harvest is paused while fields dry up. Fall rye and winter wheat harvest has started. […]

Submitted by: Candace Balbo | HARVEST FESTIVAL Sun. August 24, 2025 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Swan Valley Historical Museum Free Admission to the grounds, displays and demonstrations. Plus games and rides for the young (and the young at heart). Enjoy fresh bread baked onsite in the clay oven. Stay for supper at 5:30pm – […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat August 26, 2025 Birch River Drop In Center August 27, 2025 Benito Drop In Centre August 28, 2025 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre All locations 10:00 am – 12:00 pm This Month’s Topics: Benito Positivity and Optimism, Rod Seib CMHA 10-11 Lynne Coupland, Lynne’s Plants and […]

Submitted by Prairie Mountain Health| It’s summertime, and for some eager students, early exposure to health care careers can be a valuable experience that influences their future decisions. Discover Health Careers Manitoba (formerly the ‘Home for the Summer’ program) offers term positions to students within the health region to provide a ‘hands-on’ experience in clinical, […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary August 6, 2025 Northwest Region A mix of smoky conditions and high temperatures for the region this week. Lack of precipitation is a concern as most crops are showing stress from high temperatures and lack of moisture. Soil moisture and water resources continue to decline with lack of precipitation. Although […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik Cowan Trail Celebration Saturday, August 23, 2025 Cowan Community Centre Pancake Breakfast 8:30 am – 12:00 pm Pancakes, Sausages, and Hashbrowns Adults $12 Horse Trail Ride Leaves at 10:30 am (rain or shine) Please bring your own lunch. Unfortunately due to high fire risks this year we will not be able […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Benito & District Recreation Centre Inc. received a grant for kitchen and hall upgrades. This area is used by Valley residents hosting family gatherings, community events, and other special occasions. The upgraded amenities have created a more functional, welcoming environment that will benefit the community for years […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary July 29, 2025 Northwest Region A smoky start to the week, with temperatures climbing near the weekend. Parts of the region received precipitation, with Ethelbert station receiving highest accumulated amount at 23.2 mm. Soil moisture and water resources continue to decline with lack of precipitation. Most crops would still benefit […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. Councillors Malcolm and Mosiondz were absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Driscoll was present and […]

ValleyBiz Story | A large number of vintage vehicles made an appearance at the Chamber of Commerce parade held on Friday, July 25, 2025 as part of the kickoff to the 2025 Northwest Roundup and Exhibition. Below is a gallery of entries in all their former glory. Click any picture for a larger version.

ValleyBiz Story | There was something for everyone at the Northwest Roundup and Exhibition hosted by the Swan River Valley Agricultural Society on July 24-27, 2025. From the parade on Friday morning, fair rides, local exhibits, horse shows, the Down on the Farm petting zoo and great local food booths, there was an abundance of […]

RCMP Media Release | On July 28, 2025, at approximately 10:45 am, Winnipegosis RCMP received a request to assist Emergency Medical Services during a patient transport from Pine Creek First Nation to a hospital in Dauphin. Police were advised by paramedics that the 38-year-old male patient, in the back of the ambulance, had assaulted one […]

ValleyBiz Story | On the morning of Friday July 25, 2025 rodeo weekend in Swan River kicked off with one of the largest parades in recent years. The theme of this year’s parade was “Canada: True North Strong and Free” and was fittingly led by the RCMP, Swan River Legion and Swan River Canadian Rangers […]

Submitted by Debbie Soloway. Welcome to Renwer, a quaint little town with four street lights and a population of under a dozen. Here you will find one of the last still standing old one room country schools called Fisher’s Siding. Brian Lewicki owns the property and gets the yard site prepped for the picnic day, […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary July 22, 2025 Northwest Region Crops benefited from a break in high temperatures. Some localized hail in the Swan Valley area, but extent of crop damage is currently unknown. Where moisture is limited and/or lighter soils, crops are showing symptoms of stress. Fungicide applications continue, in later seeded crops that […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Monday July 21, 2025, the Ladies Golf Club hosted their Annual Garden Walk, featuring the private gardens of community members. From expansive, perfectly manicured lawns, to water features and cozy garden sitting areas, each garden had it’s own special charm. Each detail reflected the love and care that went into the […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary July 15, 2025 Northwest Region High temperatures again this week helped crops progress and contributed to dry conditions in some areas. Many stations remain well below normal precipitation amounts. Areas with lighter soils are starting to show the effects of moisture stress. Fungicide applications are continuing in most crops that […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. We are happy that 65 people took home some knowledge of this weeks Chat’s, Benito Drop in Centre and the Swan River Senior Citizen Center. They were held June25th and 26th, 2025, and all started at 10 am. Benito hosted Craig Larson with an entertaining […]

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary July 8, 2025 Northwest Region Isolated rainfall and thunderstorms resulted in varying amounts of precipitation over the past week with accumulations ranging from 0 mm to 72.4 mm. Some storms were accompanied by intense rain, strong winds, and hail. The station at Dand recorded 36.4 mm in one hour and […]

RCMP Media Release | On July 10, 2025, at 5:20 am, Swan River RCMP responded to a report of a structure fire at a business located in the 500 block of Main Street in Swan River. Upon arrival, officers observed extensive smoke emanating from the building with significant damage to the interior. With assistance of […]