RCMP Media Release | On February 18, 2018, at approximately 11:00 am, Swan River RCMP received a report of a death at a residence in Swan River, Manitoba. A 36-year-old male from Swan River was deceased on scene. Norman Brass, 42, from Swan River is charged with Manslaughter. He will appear February 20, 2018, in […]

Submitted by: Jessica Bergen | The Swan River Skating Club presents Under the Sea Centennial Arena Mon. March 12, 2018 Starts 7pm Admission: Adults $5 Students $3 Preschool Free

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 23rd day of January, 2018 at 7:02 p.m. Absent: With prior written notice: Reeve William Galloway Councillor Irwin Steen Present: Deputy Reeve Brian Burick Councillors: Carrie […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 16th, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Friesen, Whyte, Jacobson, Moriaux, Delaurier and Sakal present.   1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.018 Moved By: Duane Whyte Seconded By: Phylis Friesen RESOLVED that the Agenda for the […]

Submitted by: Brett Church | Swan Valley Lions Clubs 21st Annual Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby Sat. March 17th, 2018 Whitefish Lake Contestants will be competing for over $20,000 in cash and prizes. 1st prize being guaranteed $10,000 cash Cost of Entry tickets are: Adult: advanced $40, walk-on $50 Under 16: advanced $30, walk-on […]

Submitted by: St. Andrew’s United Church | The 7th Annual Loving Hearts Supper and Entertainment was held on February 10, 2018. The Veterans Hall was decked out in red decorations and many hearts! The entertainment was wonderful and they performed for a very appreciative crowd. The roast beef supper with all the trimmings as delicious! […]

Submitted by: Jessica Bergen | The Minitonas Skating Club presents Olympcic Gold Minitonas Arena Thurs. March 1, 2018 Starts 7pm Canteen open at 6pm Come enjoy supper with us! Admission: Adults $7 Students$5 Preschool Free

Submitted by: Rachael Stober | The CBFCS Parent Advisory Council put on a Dessert Night/Duelling Pianos/Silent Art Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, February 10, 2018 and raised $2500 for a multi-sports pad project that will benefit the entire community of Swan River. Almost 100 people in attendance enjoyed fabulous desserts from our local Swan Valley Co-op […]

Submitted by: Leon Church | Bowsman Mighty Bucks are looking to host the 2nd Annual Loonie & Toonie Mens Rec Hockey Tournament Bowsman Arena February 23-25, 2018 Admission $2 daily/person Silent auction, daily 50/50, and an NHL jersey draw. Team entry fee is $500. Guaranteed 4 games and free admission for players. Subject to full […]

Swan Valley School Division Board Announcement February 14, 2018 | The Board conducted Community Meetings throughout the Valley sharing some of the challenges it faces over the next few years. During these Community Meetings, the Board solicited feedback from attendees and invited all Valley residents to participate in a survey to provide suggestions to the […]

Submitted by: Kim Lowes | We had an absolutely amazing day at our 2nd annual Swan River Sled for Eternity on February 10, 2018! We had 68 registered riders out on the trails and we were blown away by the faithfulness of our fundraisers with our final total coming in at close to $80,000 raised. […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | Benito Firemen’s Association invites you to the Annual Firemen’s Supper Sun. February 25, 2018 Benito Rec. Centre 4:00 – 6:00 pm $15/plate- 12 years and older $10/plate – 11 years and younger 5 and under FREE Turkey, Ham, Potato, Salads, Dessert, Beverages Chinese Auction Everyone Welcome Proceeds from supper will […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | JV Girls Basketball Team travelled to the Yorkton Raiders Basketball Tournament this past weekend and posted an undefeated record. The Tigers’ first opponent of the tournament was the home team, Yorkton Raiders. Yorkton was big and fast, jumped out for an early lead and were ahead by 9 points at […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 23rd day of January, 2018 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: Clint Eisner Councillors: J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, S. Walmsley, & G. Bartel C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Absent with Notice: Councillor: L. Mychalchuk […]

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 9th day of January, 2018 at 7:03 p.m. Present: Reeve William Galloway Councillors Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish, Terry Neely, Irwin Steen Interim-Acting […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Friesen, Whyte, Jacobson, Moriaux, Delaurier and Sakal present.   1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2018.001 Moved By: David Moriaux Seconded By: Jason Delaurier RESOLVED that the Agenda for the […]

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway Pine River Spring Supper Sun. March 11, 2018 Pine River Community Centre Doors open at 2:00 pm Advanced tickets only for 150 people. $12.00 for Adults; $6.00 for 12 and under; preschoolers free. Tickets are available at: Semeniuk’s Lucky Dollar Store 204-263- 2108 and Urbanowski’s Garage 204-263- 2101 The delicious supper […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | Benito 11th Annual Open Mixed Bonspiel February 13-18, 2018 4 Events – Pick a Prize $140 Entry Fee / Rink Saturday Banquet Included Contact: Rick or Lenore – 539-2811 Scott – 539-2667 (daytime) Entry Deadline: Feb. 11, 2018

Submitted by: Wade Kovachik | The Winter Blues Dance was held on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at the Cowan Community Centre. Pure Country (featuring Kenny Thompson and Brittney Moore) put on a good show by filling the Centre with music till approximately 1:30 am. Even though it was a chilly night, people came from near […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | A Breathe-Free Stop Smoking Program will be held in the next few weeks in Swan River if there are enough people who want to attend the Program. This very successful Program combines video presentations, group support, a personal plan booklet and educational information to help participants to break the smoking […]

Submitted Story | The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) is pleased to announce a new Spring Granting Period. The initial Spring Grant Intake is now open and applications are being accepted from organizations who did not receive a grant during the Fall 2017 granting period. “We recognize that groups have spring and summer projects […]

Submitted by: Jessica Bergen | The Parent Pack presents: Everything costs a Quarter Opportunity Sale Sat. March 17, 2018 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre 1413 Main Street, Swan River Everything really and truly costs only $0.25 apiece! *BYOB – Bring Your Own Bags!* All proceeds donated to the SWAN VALLEY ANIMAL […]

Pictured above: Clinicians perform during the final Jazz concert. ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley School Division (SVSD) Band Council held their Sixth Annual SVSD Jazz Retreat and Improvisation Workshop on January 19 – 20, 2018. Students from across the Valley worked with esteemed music educator Graydon Cramer (drums) from Brandon, Kyle Wedlake (tenor saxophone) […]

Submitted by: Deanna Martin and Amanda Dixon | Bowsman Ladies Curling Club invites you to our 50’s and 60’s ROCK THE HOUSE! Bowsman Ladies Bonspiel February 22-25, 2018 Dinner, Entertainment, Prizes and Silent Auction Entry Fee: $120 To register contact Cindi @ 204-281-1230 Registration deadline: February 19, 2018

Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, January 10th, 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 6 […]

Town of Swan River Public Notice February 2, 2018 6:16 pm | This issue only affects Town residents and businesses. Issue Update: The well specialists have flushed and inspected the well cribbing of well #2. They have confirmed that the cribbing is compromised above the pump level. We cannot put a new pump in the […]

Town of Swan River Public Notice February 2, 2018 8:45 am | This issue only affects Town residents and businesses. It is with great pleasure that we announce that we now have 2 operational wells and we are able to remove the request to restrict and conserve water; people can now resume normal water usage. […]

Town of Swan River Public Notice February 1, 2018 9:00 pm | This issue only affects Town residents and businesses. Issue Update: The well specialist company has successfully removed the pumps and related pipes from both failed wells. Work is now focused on flushing the wells and reinstalling a complete new pump and related hardware. […]

Town of Swan River Public Notice February 1, 2018 3:05 pm | This issue only affects Town residents and businesses. Issue Update: A well specialist company arrived in Swan River last evening and necessary parts arrived during the night. This style of work requires time and precision. The environment and cold temperature are playing a […]

Submitted by: Jeff Hay | Bingo at the Elks Hall in Swan River will proceed as scheduled despite the ongoing water situation in the Town of Swan River. Doors open at 6:00 pm Thursday & Friday February 1 & 2, 2018 If any questions, or for more information, call the hall at 204-734-4879.

Town of Swan River Public Notice January 31, 2018 9:45 am | This issue only affects Town residents and businesses. Everyone is reminded and it cannot be stressed enough that the water emergency is NOT over. This situation is still very critical. While we are still able to produce small amounts of SAFE water, this […]

Submitted by: Patti Henkelman | A meeting was held on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at the Town of Swan River Committee Room for anyone interested in the future of trails in the area for skiing, biking, walking, snow shoeing etc. Approximately 25 people attended the meeting. An update was provided on the current situation for […]

Town of Swan River Public Notice January 30, 2018 9:30 am | Town This issue only affects Town residents and businesses. Issue Update: Work crews are making excellent progress in isolating the multiple issues at the wells and sending water to the water treatment plant. There has been significant progress in replenishing the reservoir with […]

Submitted by: Jo-Anne Saunders Education Director Notice: January 29, 2018 Swan River Adult Education (both sites) will be closed for the remainder of the week due to the water emergency. We will reopen on Monday, February 5, 2018

Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre Media Release January 29, 2018 | In order to conserve water and help in the community efforts to restore the water facilities in the Town of Swan River, the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre will be cancelling the following services and community events until at least Thursday February 1, 2018. Programs and […]

RCMP Media Release | On January 26, 2018, at approximately 11:30 pm, Winnipegosis RCMP received multiple calls regarding a disturbance in the community. When police attended, they found two males on scene – one male was deceased. The 37-year-old male victim from Camperville, Manitoba died on scene. Police arrested the other male on scene, 25-year-old […]

Town of Swan River Public Notice January 29, 2018 10:00 am | This issue only affects Town residents and businesses. Issue Update: The issue has been identified as multiple issues in multiple wells in providing water to the treatment plant. The current water level in the reservoir is critically low. At this time safe water […]

Swan Valley School Division Notification | Due to the Town of Swan River local state of emergency affecting the water and sewer system, schools in Swan River will be closed Monday January 28, 2018 and SVRSS Exams will be postponed. All other community schools will run as normal. For further updates please refer the SVSD […]

Submitted by: Jo-Anne Saunders Education Director Swan River Adult Education will be closed tomorrow (Monday, January 29, 2018) due to the State of Emergency declared by the Town of Swan River in regard to the Town water supply. UPDATE: Town of Swan River Sets Up Water Supply Station Town of Swan River Declares State of […]

ValleyBiz Story | The State of Emergency continues in the Town of Swan River (TSR) as they continue trying to identify the source of the problem that caused a reduction of pressure in the Town water system. The state of emergency was declared earlier this morning and the TSR has requested that residents conserve water. […]

Town of Swan River Media Release | January 28, 2018 The Town of Swan River is experiencing a major break in its water pumping and distribution system and is instructing all residential and commercial properties to reduce water consumption. Pressure in the system has been reduced and a total loss of water throughout the town […]

Submitted by: Judy Kostyshyn | NDP Annual Spring Sale Sat. March 3, 2018 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Swan Valley Museum Lunch & Refreshments Available For More info or to book a table contact: Rosann @ (204)569-4880

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 9th day of January, 2018 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: Clint Eisner Councillors: J. Caruk, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk, S. Walmsley, & G. Bartel C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Absent with Notice: Councillor: C. Densen […]

Submitted by: Rachael Stober | Duelling Pianos Dessert Night and Silent Art Auction February 10, 2018 7:00 pm CBF Christian School CBFCS Sports Pad Fundraiser Feature piano duel with Martyn Snell and Mark Matejka Watercolour art by Martyn Snell Landscape photos by Scott Beehler Sign art by Rachael Stober Contact Melanie Bird for tickets. $20 […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the January 22, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. Cam Mateika presented the Board with a report on the state of SVSD Technology. He indicated that the backbone of our system is in very good shape, our switches and servers are new and up […]

Submitted by: Judy Kostyshyn | The Swan River NDP Constituency held their Annual General Meeting on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at the Ethelbert Senior Citizens Club. Socializing and registration began at 2:30 with the meeting starting at 3:00. Ron Kostyshyn, President, called the meeting to order, welcoming everyone and thanking all volunteers for their continued […]

ValleyBiz Story | Submitted photos | Ring of Fire Jalapeno Garlic Sausage (ROF) sales are on fire, with each batch selling out quickly, since the GrindHouse Fine Foods (GrindHouse) product hit store shelves in the Swan Valley in December 2017. The GrindHouse brand and ROF product are the creation of local entrepreneur, Corey Hurren. Hurren […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Three swimmers from the Special Olympics Parkland Region Tiger Sharks Swim Team had their 1st meet of the season at the Winter Waves Swim Meet in Winnipeg on November 25, 2017 and all did very well. (Pictured above: L-R) John Schabert won 4-1sts in the 25m, 50m + 100m freestyle […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | Swan Valley Animal Protection League held their AGM at the Northwest Regional Library on January 16, 2018. The meeting was attended by approximately 15 people, all very interested in the direction the group is taking. Val Bertram was present on behalf of Rick Wowchuk’s office. Val and Rick were keen […]

Submitted by: Patti Henkelman | Golf Course and Museum Trails Meeting Thurs. January 25, 2018 7:00 pm Town of Swan River Committee Room (439 Main St) We will be discussing the future of the trails for skiing in the winter at the Golf Course and year round trails (a skiing, walking, biking, etc.) at the […]