A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 5, 2017 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 5, 2017 Set your clock to: 1:00 am Each year, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in […]

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 24th day of October 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish Terry Neely, Irwin Steen Interim […]

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton | On Saturday, October 28, 2017 the Birch River Senior Group held their annual craft sale. Over 20 tables of crafts, baking, sewing, knitting, local frames, pictures available for sale. Thank you to everyone that came out. Lots of Chili and visiting was enjoyed by all. A BIG Thank You to […]

Submitted by: Barb Lewis | Swan Valley Air Cadets Squadron #519 Europe Trip Fund Raiser Garage Sale November 4, 2017 9:30 am to 3:30 pm At the Swan Valley Museum Chili & a Bun $5.00 Coffee/Tea $1.00 Pop or Bottle water $1.50

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley School Division (SVSD) is facing some difficult challenges. Citing declining divisional enrollment, schools operating under capacity and a reduction in provincial funding, the school board has indicated significant changes will be necessary to improve the “possibility of long term viability of the SVSD”. “We feel as a board that […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | We hope you had a chance to visit the Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) Spooktober- Fest Haunted House! It was a smashing event which offered a Halloween experience for all ages. There were over 1640 visitors, who attended Spooktober-Fest at the SV Historical Museum over the three days of […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan River Valley Agricultural Society (SRVAS) invited representatives from various community groups and organizations for a “Community Conversation” to help determine the desired future for the Ag Society. About 40 people attended the planning session on October 26, 2017. Liz Roberts, President of Liz Roberts & Associates, a consulting firm out […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The 5th Annual Benito Fireman’s Steak Supper was a great success as the Fireman served and fed close to 300 hungry supporters. Neighboring communities with volunteer services were also in attendance to show their support and appreciation of the work these men and women do. Over and above the ticket […]

Submitted by: Susan Ross | Pictures by Jennifer Simpson | On Friday October 27, 2017 Swan Valley Band Booster held a new and exciting fundraiser. A paint night with local artist Suzanne May was held at the SVRSS cafeteria. In just 2½ hours participants received step by step instruction to complete a beautiful fall themed […]

To our family, friends and community members, You have truly touched our hearts with your love and friendship. Special thanks to Colinda, Corina, Crystal and Darlene for organizing such a wonderful fundraising supper Saturday, October 21, 2017. Special thanks to Lee Graff, Tripp Family, Murley Family, Emerson Family, Lana Sagert, Louisiana Pacific, Minitonas Community Store, […]

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 10th day of October 2017 at 7:04 p.m. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster David Minish, Terry Neely, Irwin Steen Interim […]

Submitted by: Jaci Zbirun | Big thank you to the community for coming out and supporting the Ladies Auxiliaries Fall Tea and Bake Sale at the Benito Legion hall. We hoped all who came enjoyed the warm homemade biscuits and muffins!

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 26th day of September 2017 at 7:02 p. m. Present: Reeve William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster David Minish, Terry Neely, Irwin Steen […]

Submitted by: Jason Delaurier | On the Morning of Saturday, October 21, 2017 the party faithful from the Swan River constituency gathered at the Elks Hall in Swan River for their 2017 Brunch and AGM. The attendees were entertained by local fiddling talent Brittney Moore and guitarist Ken Thompson. After a brunch of eggs, bacon, […]

Submitted Story | Minitonas Knox United Church held their fall tea on October 21, 2017. Our youngest helper cheerfully revealed the winner of each of the silent auction items. Guests were treated to pie and coffee or tea and many visitors took home some yummy treats from the bake table. The young servers kept the […]

Submtted by: Susan Hrycyk | Lenswood Community Club Harvest Windup Dance Sat. November 18, 2017 9:00 pm – 1:00 Lenswood Community Hall Tickets $12.00 per person Music by Ken Thompson Midnight Lunch Served For more information call 204-236-4478, 204-236-4782 or 204-238-4355 Hope to see everyone there!

Submitted by: Patty Gattinger |The Swan Valley Outdoors Association Inc. held their 1st Annual Banquet and Auction on Saturday, October 21, 2017 to a soldout crowd. Envirothon students mingled throughout the crowd serving appetizers as the attendees checked out the auction items for purchase. Numerous raffles were on display as well for everyone to participate […]

Submitted by: Mike Hobson | The Swan River Golf and Country Club held their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 2017. The meeting went very well and there was lots of positive feedback which was great to hear. Overall the year was a success as we have improved in most revenue streams. The pro […]

Livingston Family Medical Fundraiser Sun. November 5th, 2017 Pine River Community Centre Pancake Breakfast 8:00am – 11:00am Adult $10.00 12 & under $5.00 Preschoolers free Breakfast will be followed by a Bake Sale, Silent Auction and Live Auction. We encourage everyone to attend and we are looking for donations for the auctions and bake sale. […]

Submitted by: Nancy Cocks | The Sunflower Early Learning Centre (SELC) held a very successful Princess & Superhero Party on Saturday October 21, 2017 at the Minitonas Community Hall. Parents and children came dressed in costume and enjoyed a hotdog lunch, penny auction full of wonderful prizes, a dance party and many fun activities including […]

Submitted by: Blaine Campbell | Swan Valley Minor Hockey Association and Swan River Junior A Stampeders are excited to announce Montreal Canadiens Alumni Tour presented by Canadian Tire Sat. December 2, 2017 7:00 pm Swan River Come on out to the Centennial Arena and watch ex-NHL talent. It is a great opportunity to see the […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | On the evening of Monday, October 16, 2017 seventeen people were present at the first of 4 vegetarian cooking classes being held at the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The Guest Speaker was Glenda Nischuk, a Registered Nutritional Consultant Practitioner, who operates a business in Yorkton called Better Living Nutrition at the […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Rotary Club | The Swan Valley Rotary Club is holding its annual radio auction on: Thurs. November 2, 2017 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Click here for an online list of items – check back for new items. Through the generous contributions of both the business and professional communities much has […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 3rd day of October, 2017 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: C. Eisner Councillors: J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, G. Bartel & S. Walmsley C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Absent with Notice: Councillors: L. Mychalchuk […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture October 16, 2017 | Northwest Region Nice fall weather continued throughout the Northwest Region and this resulted in good harvest progress over the last week. The spring wheat harvest is basically complete, and most canola is harvested although some of the later seeded canola remains. A few […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 19th day of September, 2017 A.D. at 7:04 p.m. Present: Councillors: J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk, G. Bartel & S. Walmsley C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Present by Electronic Communications: Reeve: C. Eisner […]

Submitted by: Glenda Foster | The Flea Market and lunch hosted by the Birch River Royal Canadian Legion on September 30, 2017 was enjoyed by the community and many treasures were shared!

Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, September 27th, 2017 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 […]

Submitted by: Crystal Nepinak | On behalf of the Leason family, we want to say a huge thank you to everyone for all the love and support provided through Taryn’s Hope for Sight Fundraiser on October 14, 2017. After expenses, we were able to contribute $5,622 to the Medical Trust Fund. We had a great […]

Submitted by: Jen Patterson | Parenting Workshops 2 Courses to Choose From 1. Group Triple P Parenting 2. Guiding Good Choices Ecole Swan River South School 1015 2nd Street South, Swan River SESSIONS ARE FREE! Child care, meals and course materials are all provided at no cost, courtesy of Swan Valley Communities That Care. Supper […]

Media Release | Rick Wowchuk, MLA for Swan River, announced October 18, 2017 that the Manitoba government is investing in important infrastructure in the Swan River constituency. Through the Municipal Road Improvement Program, the Progressive Conservative government is providing $60,000.00 for municipal road improvements in the Rural Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman for road rehab on #147N. […]

Submitted by: Cheryle Zbirun | Benito Ladies Auxiliary Tea & Bake Sale Sat. October 21, 2017 Benito Legion Hall 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Come on Down for biscuits, Scones, Muffins and Momma’s Homemade Jelly 50/50 Draw, Hampers Door Prize, Bake Sale Draws made @ 3:15

Submitted Story | ValleyBiz Picture | Swan Valley Co-op put out the call and the community answered. As part of Fuel Good Day on Sept. 19, 2017, 7 cents from every litre of fuel purchased at Swan Valley Co-op Gas Bars were donated to the Swan Valley Splash Park. At the end of the day, […]

Submitted by: Bob Lewis | For the past bunch of years many people of the churches of Swan River and area have gathered together to worship God. We did again. The Swan River Community Church Service took place at the Veterans Community Hall on October 15, 2017. We are thankful for the voices and music […]

Submitted by: Kevin Sprong | Benito United Church Fall Supper October 22, 2017 5:00 pm Benito Rec Centre Adults $15 12 and Under $10 Preschool Free

Submitted by: Tanya Powell | The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre Craft and Small Business Sale held on October 14, 2017 was a great success. The sale was attended by over 300 eager shoppers. There were over 35 tables of goods displayed and many new crafts to choose from.

Submitted by: Barb Holms | Minitonas Knox United Church Fall Supper Sun. November 5, 2017 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Minitonas Community Hall Adults: $15.00; 6-12: $6.00; 5 and under Free Turkey, meatballs and all the trimmings, pie for dessert. Takeout number: 204-281-3332. Everyone Welcome.

Submitted by: Corey Hurren | Author and former Bowsman resident Kelley Post and her husband Larry were at the Swan Valley Co-op on Saturday, October 14, 2017 selling her book “The Pet Affection” which was just released in August. The subject of the book is about “Understanding The Love Connection With Our Pets” and sells […]

Submitted by: Brenda Fisher | 38th Annual Calico Corners Craft Sale & Bazaar Veterans Community Hall Fri. November 3, 2017 9 am – 6 pm Lunch served 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Borscht – Home Made Chicken Noodle Soup – Perogies Desserts – Pie – Muffins – Fresh Cinnamon Buns Tea – Coffee – Juice […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | On the evening of Thursday, October 12, 2017 a small group of people attended a video presentation/discussion called “Hurricanes, Earthquakes and a Soon Coming Rapture?” at the Swan River Library. The presentation compared the recent hurricanes, earthquakes and other world disasters to a prediction made by Jesus when He was […]

Submitted by: Nancy Cocks | Sunflower Early Learning Centre Princess & Super Hero Party Sat. October 21, 2017 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Minitonas Community Hall Dress up as your favorite princess or super hero and come join us for ah-mazing GAMES, fabulous FOOD, and FACE PAINTING!! Adult $5 (includes hotdog, drink, cookie/chips) Child 2yrs […]

Pictured above: CMHA Regional Director, Marv Fried holds a picture of local missing woman Lorlene Bone Brass ValleyBiz Story | Over 60 people from the Swan Valley area attended a luncheon at the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre (ECFC) on October 4, 2017 to honour lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. “Lord, hear […]

Submitted by: Susan Ross | Swan Valley Band Booster Paint Party with Local Artist: Suzanne May October 27, 2017 7:00 pm SVRSS Cafeteria Tickets cost $40.00 All supplies provided to complete a lovely fall theme picture on a 11×14 canvas. Coffee/tea and desserts included as well. Event is being held at . For more information […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture October 10, 2017 | Northwest Region Harvest progressed in the Northwest region throughout the week although operations took place around periodic rainfall events. Rainfall amounts were 10 to 30 mm around Swan River, close to 40 mm in The Pas, and trace throughout the rest of the […]

Submitted by: Barb Holms | Folk Fest 2018 Interest/Planning Meeting October 19, 2017 7:00 p.m. Harley House Who would like to see a Folk Fest next June? A chance to celebrate your heritage. A meeting was held on October 5, 2017 to begin looking at planning for next year. A partial executive is in place. […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the October 10, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. The Board was informed that all Principals in SVSD participated in Walk Through Training. Area 4 Principals from Frontier School Division also participated in the two days of training. 2. The Bowsman Day Care Board […]

Submitted by: Barb Holms | Minitonas Knox United Church Fall Tea Sat. October 21, 2017 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tea/Coffee and dessert $5.00 Bake Table and Surprise Baskets

Submitted by: Al Berkan | Lumber River Quartet from Lumberton, N.C. USA presented a concert at Temple Baptist Church in Swan River on October 8, 2017. Considering it was thanksgiving weekend, there was a good number of people out that enjoyed good southern gospel music. Their gospel songs they sang were reflective of their goal […]

Submitted by: Tanya Powell | Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre Craft & Small Business Fair Sat. October 14, 2017 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre 1413 Main Street Over 35 Tables Knitting, sewing, jewelry, soaps, barn board, baking, mustards, teas, wreathes, blankets, scarves, jewelry. ~Luncheon~ Catered by Michelle Walker

Submitted by: Susan Ross | Swan Valley Band Booster Holiday Shoppe November 17, 2017 SVRSS Cafeteria 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Tables cost $25 Local small businesses and crafts people as well as a canteen selling hot drinks and goodies. Live entertainment by band students. For more information or to book a table contact Susan […]