Submitted by: Carol Silverthorn | The Bowsman Skating Arena and Curling continue to host Chase the Ace and 50/50 every Friday night at the Bowsman Hotel. Ticket sales close at 8:00pm with the draw at 8:10pm. The pot for Chase the Ace will be $1,851. The Chase the Ace nightly winner for Friday, March 3, […]
Category Archives: Local Interest
Thunder Hill Ski Area Grand Opening and 50th Anniversary
Submitted by: Carolyn Baldwin | On March 4, 2017 approximately 70 people stopped by the Thunder Hill Ski Area to enjoy a beautiful day over looking the Swan River Valley to celebrate the end of an eight year project for the Thunder Hill Ski Club. Pictured above: Long time club member, John Cotton prepares to […]
Women of the Valley Conference – March 25, 2017
Submitted by: Evelyn Bredin | Women of the Valley Conference Community Bible Fellowship Church Sat. March 25, 2017 9 am – 2:30 pm Guest Speaker – Laurie Moffit from Roblin, MB Special Music Tickets available at Windsor’s Service and Cook & Cooke – $20.00 each Breakfast and Lunch included All women are invited to attend.
100 Years of Curling History In Swan River
Submitted by: Bob & Melba Tibble | One hundred years ago the community of Swan River worked together to raise $5,000.00 at $10.00 per share to start the first two sheet curling rink on the corner of 6th Ave. N. and Verteran’s Way. The second three sheet rink, combined with a hockey rink, was located […]
Schools Outside Swan River Will Be Closed March 8, 2017
ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley School Division has reported that buses will once again be cancelled and all outlying schools will be closed on March 8, 2017 due to ongoing weather conditions. Schools in the Town of Swan River remain open.
Gymnastics Competition/Showcase – March 11&12, 2017
Submitted by: Rhonda Mykula | Swan Valley Cheetahs Gymnastics Club Competition Sat. March 11, 2017 SVRSS Showcase Sun. March 12, 2017 SVRSS Swan Valley Cheetahs Gymnastics Club Competition Sat. March 11, 2017 at SVRSS Session 1 at 8:30am Advanced/Pre-Provincial Session 2 at 11:00am Intermediate (2006-2009) Session 3 at 2:00pm Intermediate (2001-2005) Session 4 at 4:15pm […]
Atom “A” Stampeders Win Provincial Gold
Submitted by: Craig Zamzow | On March 3-5, 2017 Swan River hosted the Hockey Manitoba/Cargill Atom A Provincials. The draw was a 5-team round robin and the two top teams would face off Sunday in the Gold Medal game. Click any picture for a larger version. The Stampeders opened with a Friday 11:15AM game vs […]
Swan River Adult Education Closed March 7, 2017
Submitted by: Jo-Anne Saunders | Swan River Adult Education (both sites) will be closed today, March 7, 2017 due to the weather.
School Buses Cancelled, Some Schools Closed
ValleyBiz Story | March 7, 2017: Due to weather, all Swan Valley School Division buses have been cancelled and all outlying schools are closed. Schools in the Town of Swan River remain open.
Successful Minitonas Skating Carnival Under the Big Top
Submitted by: Laurie Evans Minitonas Skating Club held their annual figure skating carnival on March 3, 2017. “Under the Big Top” was a great success and fun was had by all. Click any picture for a larger version. Thanks to the skaters for putting on a great show and to the parents for all their […]
St. Patrick’s Day Stew & Biscuit Luncheon – March 12, 2017
Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton | Northern Neighbors Annual St. Patrick’s Day Stew & Biscuit Luncheon Sun. March 12, 2017 11:30a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 309 Victoria Ave. Birch River Stew, buns, biscuits, desserts, beverage Luck-of-the-Draw Auction Adults: $ 10.00 Ages 6-11: $ 5.00 Preschoolers: Free
JV Girls Basketball Team Wins Provincial Berth
Submitted by: Lise Frazer | On March 2, 2017 the Swan Valley Tigers travelled to Brandon, MB to play Neelin High School for the InterZone championship and a berth at the JV Girls Basketball Provincials. Pictured above: Click for a larger version. Front Row: Erica Sembaluk-Hart, Josie Black, Alison Rowe, Decorbea Fleury, Sabrina Kopecky Back […]
Swan Valley School Division Minutes – February 27, 2017
Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the February 27, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. The Board deliberated about the 2017-2018 School Division Budget. This is a difficult budget year given the decrease in provincial support coupled with wage and benefit increases. Given that reality, the Board will be presenting […]
Band Festival A Great Opportunity for Growth
ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Fine Arts Festival Association kicked off the 2017 Festival season with the Band Festival on February 21 through 24. The Band Festival features music students from across the Swan Valley. Click any picture for a larger version. Performances by individuals, ensembles and bands were held during the day at […]
RM of Mountain Minutes – January 25, 2017
Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, January 25th, 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 […]
Bellsite’s 38th Annual Snowmobile Poker Derby
Submitted by: Connie Beaudry | Bellsite’s 38th Annual Snowmobile Poker Derbywa held Sunday, February 26, 2017. Due to the lack of snow and poor North Mountain Riders (sno man) trail conditions the Snowmobile ride of the Derby was cancelled. The Poker part of the Derby continued on as usual. 46 registered driver hands were sold […]
RM of Mountain Minutes – January 11, 2017
Minutes of the regular council meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 – Brad Wyatt Finance […]
Tiger Fire Hosts RCMP: Rubber Match in the Cards
Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Tiger Fire Floor Hockey Team hosted the Swan River RCMP to their 2nd friendly floor hockey game this season on Sunday, Feb 12, 2017. Click any picture for larger version. The RCMP brought their A-game and took a total of 68 shots on Tiger’s goalie Jarret Gingras, scoring 16 […]
High School Rodeo Finals: June 9-11, 2017
Submitted by: Roxie Petelski | Swan Valley High School Rodeo hosts the Provincial Finals June 9, 10 & 11, 2017 Swan Valley Agriculture Exhibition Grounds Adults: $25 weekend/$10 daily Children (6-12 years old): $10 weekend/$4 daily Children 5 & under are free Swan River Lions Community Pancake Breakfast Pancakes & sausage will be served up […]
RCMP Renew Request for Info 1 Year After Disappearance
RCMP Media Release | RCMP in Manitoba are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Lorlene Bone, who disappeared February 29, 2016. It has been one year since Lorlene Bone, 31, went missing. She was last seen in Sapotaweayk Cree Nation. Lorlene is approximately 5’5″ tall, 155 lbs with brown eyes and black hair. Although, […]
Great Canadian Fun and Bowsman Bonspiel
Submitted by: Alyssa Pitura | The 2017 Bowsman Women’s Curling Bonspiel took place from February 23-26, 2017. Twenty teams participated in the bonspiel that was themed “Celebrating 150 years of all things Canadian!” Click any picture for a larger version. Highlights of the event included a Saturday evening dinner and Canadian Idol entertainment. Fun was […]
Guiding Good Choices: April 12, 19, 26, May 3 & 10, 2017
Guiding Good Choices Parenting Workshop WEDNESDAYS April 12, April 19, April 26, May 3 & May 10, 2017 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 April 26th) Location: Ecole Swan River South School 1015 2nd Street South, Swan River FREE Childcare, Supper, Materials Are […]
Benito School Hosts Fun Filled Dinner Theatre
Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | This weekend Benito School students and Staff hosted a Dinner Theatre on February 24 & 25, 2017. Country-Ella is an interactive play set in a hillbilly county. Click any picture for a larger version. Based on the story Cinderella, narrated from the country point of view. Over 100 people were […]
Swan River Hosts Atom Provincials – March 3-5, 2017
Submitted by: Craig Zamzow | Swan River hosts Hockey Manitoba Atom A Provincials March 3-5, 2017 See below for a season recap and provincials preview. Photo Courtesy of Wildflower Photography. Click for a larger version. Front Row (L to R): Christian Hart, Tavyn Boychuk, Andrew Pidskalny, Comrie Quill, Tucker Thompson Middle Row (L to R): […]
Elder Abuse Prevention Presentation Well Attended
Submitted by: Beverley Leach | Forty-nine participants attended the “It’s Not Right!” presentation at the Elks Hall on February 24, 2017. The event was sponsored by Services to Seniors. Above: Presenter Theresa Roberts and Kay Markle, Community Resources Coordinator, enjoyed a quick visit before the presentation. Presenter Theresa Roberts of Prevent Elder Abuse MB (PEAM) […]
Great Day of Curling at Swan River Junior Bonspiel
Submitted by: Marni Zamzow | Swan River Junior Curling Bonspiel was held Sunday, February 26, 2017. 14 teams participated with 3 teams from the Bowsman Junior Curling Club. Players were from grades 2-9 participating. Click any picture for a larger version. A great day of fun curling and showing off their skills to the big […]
Thunderhill Grand Opening / 50th Ann. – March 4, 2017
Submitted by: Carolyn Baldwin | Thunderhill Ski Club Inc. Grand Opening & 50th Anniversary Sat. March 4, 2017 1:00 p.m. 50 Years on the Slopes Thunderhill Ski Club (THSC) was started by the Benito Elks Club as a Centennial project in 1967. It began with a rope tow that was one of the longest in […]
Durban Perogy Supper – March 17, 2017
Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | Perogy Supper Durban Community Hall Friday March 17, 2017 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Variety of Perogies Potato/Onion Potato/Cheese Cottage Cheese Sauerkraut/Onion Bison Sausage Salad Dessert Coffee and Tea Adults ……….. $12 Ages 7 to 12 .. $6 6 & Under …… Free Info: Doreen: 204-539-2434 or 204-539-2321 Vickie: 204-539-2293 […]
Hundreds Attend Fantastic Fireman’s Supper
Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The Benito Volunteer Fireman’s Association hosted their annual Fireman’s Supper on February 26, 2017. This year featured prime rib prepared and served by Benito Premium Meats. Click any picture for a larger version. Over 230 hungry supporters attended and we’re treated to a fantastic meal. Along with the feature protein […]
JV Girls Win the Zone 8 Basketball Championship
Submitted by: Lise Fraser | On February 22, 2017 the JV Girls basketball team travelled to Dauphin for the third and final game of the Zone Championship having split the two previous games. Pictured above: Sabrina Kopecky takes a shot from the perimeter. Click any picture for a larger version. The Tigers had hosted the […]
Canadian Cancer Society Daffodil Days – March 14, 2017
Submitted by: Vivian Rooks | Canadian Cancer Society Daffodil Days March 14, 2017 HOPE Buy a Bunch of it! Daffodils $7 per bunch To PRE-ORDER your daffodils or VOLUNTEER with the Canadian Cancer Society, call Vivian at 204-734-3528 (leave a message) by March 7, 2017 Delivery March 14, 2017
Swan Valley West Minutes – January 24, 2017
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 January, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster David Minish, Terry Neely, Stan Potten CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent […]
Town of Swan River Minutes – January 17, 2017
The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 17th, 2017 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Friesen, Whyte, Jacobson, Moriaux and Sakal present. Councillor Delaurier was absent with permission. 1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Amended Agenda Resolution No: 2017.022 Moved By: […]
Minitonas-Bowsman Minutes – February 7, 2017
Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 7th day of February, 2017 A.D. at 7:03 p.m. Present: Councillors: J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk & S. Walmsley C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Present by Electronic Communications; Absent with Notice: Reeve – […]
Swan Valley West Minutes – January 10, 2017
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 January, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster David Minish, Terry Neely, Stan Potten CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent […]
Town of Swan River Minutes – January 3, 2017
The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Moriaux, Friesen, Whyte, Jacobson, Delaurier and Sakal present. 1 Call to order 2 Adoption of Amended Agenda Resolution No: 2017.004 Moved By: David Moriaux Seconded By: Jason […]
Swan Valley High School Rodeo – May 12, 13 & 14, 2017
Submitted by: Roxie Petelski | Swan Valley High School Rodeo May 13 & 14, 2017 Starts at 10:00 am Free Admission Swan Valley Agriculture Exhibition Grounds Expecting 65-70 participants in grades 6-12 from Ontario, North Dakota, Saskatchewan & Manitoba. Pre-entry is required 2 weeks prior for insurance purposes. Friday May 12, 2017 Open Barrel Jackpot […]
North Mountain Riders Raise $16,000 at Pickerel Supper
Submitted by: Bert Sutherland | The North Mountain Riders fund raising was a success was, with approximately 150 people in attendance for the awesome Pickerel supper the Westwood Inn prepared for the club on Feb 17, 2017. Fantastic job Westwood Inn!! Click any picture for a larger version. Thank you to all our supporters & […]
Swan River Ladies Curling Bonspiel – March 17/18/19, 2017
Submitted by: Darlene Beck | Swan River Ladies Curling Club 89th Annual Bonspiel March 17, 18, & 19, 2017 “Welcome to the Jungle” $160 per Rink Banquet and Entertainment Saturday Night Prizes, 4 Events, 4 Games Guaranteed To enter Contact: Sandy Milroy at 204-734-9381 (after 5pm) or email: babamilroy@gmail.com or S.R. Curling Rink at 204-734-3055 […]
Swan Valley Novice Mustangs Win A-side Consolation Final
Submited by: Chris Zamzow | On February 18, 2017 the Swan Valley Novice Mustangs travelled to Roblin to compete in Roblin’s eight team tournament. Click picture for a larger version: Back Row L-R: Matt Zamzow, Peyton Lehmann, Griffin Klatt, Porter Atkinson, Walker Atkinson, Damian Leask Front Row L-R: Bryden Danielson, Parker Hulme, Kennedy Baskier, Austin […]
Kovachik Announces Intention to Resign as Reeve
RM of Mountain Media Release: February 22, 2017| Effective January 1st, 2017, Reeve Kovachik reassigned his committee duties to fellow council members to focus more time and attention on his family, farm, and health. At the recent G5 meeting in Cowan, the Reeve also announced he will not be seeking re-election as Parkland Director to […]
Bellsite “No Sled” Poker Derby – February 26, 2017
Submitted by: Connie Beaudry | Bellsite’s 38th Annual Poker Derby Sun. February 26, 2017 The derby will run as usual! However, due to a lack of snow/trails, it will run without the sleds. Take a Sunday drive to Bellsite! Purchase a $30 driver hand, play 3 poker hands, eat a great meal and hopefully take […]
Successful 10th Annual Open Bonspiel Held in Benito
Submitted by: Shirley Yaschyshyn | The Benito and District Recreation Centre was busy from February 14 through 19, 2017 where 27 curling teams took part in the 10th Annual Open Bonspiel Pictured above: Kim Pierce from Benito Premium Meats presents the First event trophy to skip Mark Maga, third Glen Maga, second Robert Vessey and […]
Powell Scores a Spot on Team Manitoba
ValleyBiz Story | For many kids hockey is more than just a passtime – it is a passion pursued with dedication and hard work. For one Swan Valley youth, that commitment has paid off with an spot to represent Manitoba nationally. Photo Source: Pembina Valley Hawks Kaila Powell has been selected to participate on Team […]
Royal Purple Elks Host Valentine Luncheon
Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan | The Royal Purple Elks hosted a Valentine luncheon at the Elks Hall on February 14, 2017. About 100 people enjoyed delicious home made Turkey noodle and Borsht soup with egg, ham and turkey salad buns. Click any picture for a larger version. There was a large assortment of cakes and […]
Swan Valley School Division Minutes – February 13, 2017
Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the February 13, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. The Board held a meeting before the regular meeting to begin deliberations on creating a budget for 2017/18. Provincial funding for Swan Valley School Division is down about $250,000 from last year. The 1% increase […]
Wonderful and Fun Evening at Loving Hearts Supper
Submitted by: St. Andrew’s United Church The 6th Annual Loving Hearts supper and entertainment was held on February 11, 2017 with approximately 190 guests enjoying the great food and entertainment. Click any picture for a larger version. Our decorators did a splendid job of decorating the hall with valentine hearts, and the pretty red decorations […]
Information on Health Improvement Program
Submitted by: David Ogram | On Monday, February 13, 2017 two Information Meetings were held in connection with up-coming Health Improvement Program. A total of 15 people attended the Information Meetings. Click any picture for a larger version. The Health Improvement Program sessions will be held every Monday evening at 7:00 pm, starting February 20, […]
Minitonas Figure Skating Under the Big Top – March 3, 2017
Submitted by: Laurie Evans | Come One, Come All Minitonas Figure Skating Club presents Under the Big Top Fri. March 3, 2017 7:30 pm Doors open at 7:00 pm Adults: $5 Students: $2.50 Preschoolers: Free
Broncos A Side Champions in Kamsack Tournament
Submitted by: Treena Rooks | On Saturday February 11, 2017 the Swan Valley Broncos took part in the Kamsack Novice Flyers 2017 Invitational Tournament. The Broncos kicked things off bright and early at 9am against the home team Kamsack. Pictured above – left to right: Will Moncrief, Jordan Rooks, Michael Gosselin, Carter Moncrief, Easten Eggie, […]