Submitted by: Amanda Bulycz | The ESRSS Daycare hosted the Everything Children’s Sale on Saturday May 13, 2017. The indoor garage sale was hosted at the War Veterans Hall from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Click any picture for a larger version. People in the community were able to rent a table to sell their unneeded baby, […]

Submitted by: Corinna Medwid | 108 Sun Salutation Challenge for MS Sat. June 17, 2017 9:30 am – 12 pm Swan River Legion Park Co-led by: GraciousYoga by Jennette & Yoga with Corinna We will move through 108 Sun A’s with ease. This is a donation based class. Suggested donation of $20. All proceeds will […]

Submitted by: Corey Hurren | Members from the three local Swan Valley Lion Clubs (which are Bowsman, Minitonas, and Swan River) met on Monday, May 8, 2017 at the Swan Valley Museum. This meeting was about the Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby which was held on March 18, 2017 at Whitefish Lake and to […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | Durban Community Hall 87th Anniversary Dance & Late Night Lunch Sat. June 3, 2017 8:00 pm – 1:00 am Admission $15 Advance tickets only Featuring the Old Country Lads Contact Doreen:204-539-2434 or 204-539-2321 Vickie:204-539-2293 Edgar: 204-539-2698

Submitted by: Gloria Kutynec | Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary held their annual Strawberry Tea on May 12th, 2017. Also sold was baking and plants. Click any picture for a large version. The winners of the painting donated by Adeline Nemetchuk were Linda Cober and Marion Krochak. The 50/50, won by Don Bobick, amounted to […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | Swan Valley Communities that Care Annual General Meeting June 6, 2017 Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre 11:30 am Lunch Showcase Presentations 12:00 – 1:00 pm Swan Valley Communities that Care SV Community Mobilty SV Inter-Agency Lunch is provided. Please RSVP by June 2nd. Contact: Beverley Polon at: 204-734-4518 or email: swanvalleyctc@gmail.com

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the May 8, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. Henry Barkowski, former Principal at Swan Valley Regional Secondary School, made a presentation to the Board in response to the Board’s initiative to reduce the number of Trustees from nine to seven. Mr. Barkowski suggested […]

Submitted by: Nicole Moriaux | EMS BBQ May 19, 2017 11:00 am – 2:00 pm EMS Garage Hamburger/Cheeseburger & a drink for $5.00. Proceeds will be donated to the Swan River Day Care for the purchase of an AED. Our sponsors are Valley Meat Packers, Qwik Stop, Extra Foods & Co-op. The Kinsmen have donated […]

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 11th day of April, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Deputy Reeve; Terry Neely Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Glen Foster, David Minish, Irwin Steen, Brian Burick CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent with […]

Submitted by: Minitonas Middle/Early Years Schools | “Buick Drive For Students” Sat. June 10, 2017 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Minitonas Early Years School 275 Main Street, Minitonas Presented by: Swan River’s Key Chevrolet Buick GMC Please bring all of your family and friends to this event. Every test drive provides $20 towards our playground. […]

Submitted by: Amber Friesen | Storage Wars Auction and Art Sale was held Saturday, May 6, 2017 at the CBF Christian School. Many thanks to the community members and friends of the school who came out to show their support. Click any picture for a larger version. Over 50 boxes and other miscellaneous items were […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture May 8, 2017 | Northwest Region The Northwest Region experienced warmer weather throughout the week with temperatures turning cooler by the weekend. There were high winds and showers over the weekend, with precipitation ranging from 13 to 22 mm in the Dauphin/Sifton area. This brought a temporary […]

Submitted by: Leila Richard | Aboriginal Head Start Program Garage Sale Fri. May 19, 2017 1pm – 4pm Elbert Chartrand Friendship Hall Tables available for $10 If interested in renting a table please phone Ruby @ 204-734-3257

Submitted by: Linda Carpentier | On Thursday May 4, 2017 Green Briar Bookstore and Art Gallery hosted Linda Carpentier reading excerpts from her recently published book Stories of Our Time. Click any picture for a larger version. The book is a collection of fictional stories which take inspiration from the real world of people and […]

Submitted by: Cheryle Zbirun | Benito Women’s Auxiliary invites you to the Mothers Day High Tea Sat. May 13, 2017 2 pm to 3:30 pm Benito Legion Hall 50/50 Draw, Hampers, Door Prize, and Bake Sale. Draws made at 3:15. Feel free to wear your best hat!

Submitted by: Renate Wille Once again this year, the Little Woody Little Woody Baptist Church Art Show was a very successful and fun event. The variety, quality and love for the art and crafts could clearly be seen. Click any picture for a larger version. About 100 visitors came to view the displays, enjoy the […]

Submitted by: Carla Dixon | Association for Community Living Swan River 56th Annual General Meeting Wed. June 7, 2017 Westwood Inn Valley Room Lunch served at 12 noon with the meeting to follow To purchase luncheon tickets or for more information, contact ACL at 204-734-9114 Everyone Welcome!!!

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | The Minitonas 4H members were busy on Saturday getting prepared for the Annual Swan Valley 4H Beef Show & Sale. The sale is on May 27, 2017 at the Swan Valley Agricultural grounds. Click any picture for a larger version. Members were busy this weekend learning how to bath, blow […]

Submitted by: Jennifer Simpson | On Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017 the SVRSS Performing Arts class had their spring concert. The students performed a wide variety of music from Shawn Mendes to High Valley and everything in between. Click any picture for a larger version. They performed 13 different songs, some with the whole group while […]

Submitted by: Amanda Bulycz | Everything Children’s Sale Sat. May 13, 2017 10:00 am – 2:00 pm War Veterans Hall Swan River, MB $2.00 at the door donation to ESRSS Daycare Inc. Under 12 free Everything Children’s Sale is an indoor garage sale where you can buy and sell your child related items. Tables can […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater (Commuications, PR, Manager) On Monday, 1 May 2017, the Swan Valley Community Band presented their Spring Concert, “Music Monday!” In 1994, Julie Kooistra had a Dream and that Dream is now celebrating its 23rd year. Click any picture for a larger version. In all those years, there have been many musicians […]

Submitted by: Taylor Elementary School | 22nd Annual Taylor School Fun Festival June 2, 2017 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Centennial Arena Games ~ Prizes ~ Concession Raffles ~ Free Admission Proceeds raised go to support Taylor students and programs. Thanks for your support!

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 18th day of April, 2017 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve: Clint Eisner Councillors: J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk, S. Walmsley, & G. Bartel C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Delegations: 8:00 pm – […]

Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, April 5th, 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: Lesley Betcher | Wellman Lake Bible Camp Dessert Night Spring Kickoff held April 23rd, 2017 was attended by more than 100 people. The evening was filled with humor and inspiration as we heard camp stories from campers and counsellors of all ages recalling their most memorable moments at camp. A variety of decadent […]

Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, March 22nd, 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 […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the April 24, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. Robert Ter Horst and Beverley Polon from Swan Valley Communities That Care presented a Life Skills Training Program to the Board. The Program aligns with the Division’s Strategic Plan. The Program will be presented to […]

Submitted by: Jan Fawcett Swan River Royal Purple Elks Lodge #185 held a successful Garage / Craft / Bake sale at the Elks Hall on April 29th & 30th, 2017. This fundraising event was held to raise funds for the Bocce Ball Court to be built in Swan River’s Legion Park. Upon completion the courts […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | On Tuesday, April 25, 2017 the Special Olympics Manitoba Parkland Region’s Tigers’ Bowling Team wrapped up their season with a Bring a Family Member Bowling Tournament. Six teams competed in the tourney. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: L-R Allison, Skylar, Lucas, Graeme, Justin and Jamie. Swan […]

Submitted by: Knox United Church | Even though there was a lot going on around the Valley on April 29, 2017 many guests stopped by the Minitonas Knox United Church for the Spring Tea. It was a nice afternoon with tasty pie and lots of visiting. Click any picture for a larger version. The room […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | It was a day that started out to be a bit gloomy and rain was highly suspected, but as the day progressed it turned out to be a great day for Cowan. As the sunshine arrived so did the visitors to town looking for a hearty feast. Pictures by Jessica […]

Submitted by: Jim Dyck | On April 28 and 29, 2017 St. Andrew’s United Church in Swan River had their spring garage sale. With the weather being nice may people came out too look over all the items and find that special item or buy something at good price. Pictured above: Alice Curle checks out […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture May 1, 2017 | Northwest Region Cool temperatures through the week, especially overnight, slowed the start of spring operations. Soil moisture is rated as adequate to good with fields drying throughout the areas of Roblin, Dauphin and Ste Rose. There is some ponding of water in low […]

Submitted by: Amber Friesen | CBF Christian School Storage Wars Auction & Art Sale! Sat. May 6, 2017 Item Viewing at 10:00 am Bidding Starts at 10:30 am Starting at 10 am, buyers are able to view the items up for auction. The Storage Wars auction items are packaged in boxes of various sizes. Buyers […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Sport Fishing Enhancement (SVSFE) | SVSFE hosted their 31st annual banquet on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at the centennial arena. It was a full house, with over 600 attendees. Click any picture for a larger version. Guests heaped their plates with Hors d’oeuvres, fried walleye along with many other sides and […]

Submitted by: Nicole Clouson | The Dolyna Dancers performed to a full house as always on April 29, 2017. All of the dancers gave their best performance of the year and gave the audience an amazing show. Click any picture for a larger version. The senior dancers welcomed our guests with the traditional Pryvit, with […]

Submitted by: Preben Lunding | Swan River Fun Run June 4, 2017 8:00 am Swan River, MB Legion Park Three Events 1/2 Marathon $45 5k Walk/Run $25 10k Walk/Run $25 1k Kids Run FREE All proceeds go to the Swan River Kinsmen Nursery School WAMMA is cooking the breakfast. Free to parents, runners and volunteer […]

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton | Birch River Northern Neighbors Annual Jamboree was held on April 30, 2017 and was another huge success. There was lots of singing, guitar picking, violin playing, and dancing was enjoyed by everyone. Click any picture for a larger version. I even seen some JIGGIN going on in the corner. THANK […]

Submitted by: Myrna Zinkiew | The Madge Lake Bible Camp held a spring supper fundraising event on April 27, 2017. The Madge Lake Bible Camp has been serving the surrounding areas in Manitoba and Saskatchewan for sixty three years. Click any picture for a larger version. The camp through the summer months have close to […]

Submitted by: Jennifer Simpson | SVRSS Performing Arts Concert Wed. May 3, 2017 7pm SVRSS Multi Purpose Room This talented group has worked hard this semester and are hoping to get a full house for their concert.

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Minitonas Fiddling Program held their 11th Annual Spring Concert on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the Minitonas Early Years School Gym. Click any picture for a larger version. Music instructor, Lyneta Grenier and the students had worked very hard to prepare for the wonderful evening of music and were […]

Submitted by: Linda Carpentier | Book Signings/Readings Thurs. May 4, 2017 3:00pm -6:00pm Green Brier Bookstore, 120-5th Ave. N. Swan River Sat. May 6, 2017 2:00pm – 4:00pm The Page-Turner Café 156 Main St. Benito Valley author Linda Carpentier will read from her book Stories of Our Time. Refreshments will be served. For information call […]

Submitted by: Gloria Kutynec | Strawberry Tea Fri. May 12, 2017 1:30pm – 3:30pm Hospital Cafeteria Bake table & plant sale 50/50 ticket sale & draw Donations accepted Sponsored by Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary Everyone welcome. Proceeds for hospital equipment.

Submitted by: Heather Nielsen | Swan Valley RISE and the Long Term Care Crisis Committee is working diligently and quickly to address the crisis of not enough beds and care for our elders and their families. Lack of beds for our elders is a local community, provincial, and national issue. We have a hard working […]

ValleyBiz Story | It was standing room only in the Council Chambers of Swan Valley West on April 25, 2017 as Council met to vote on various resolutions aimed at ending the ongoing lawsuit against Bill Gade and his CJ104 radio station. Click any picture for a larger version. Swan Valley West Files Lawsuit Against […]

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka | People from around the Valley enjoyed the presentation of Carl and Brenda Ens at Christian Fellowship Church in Birch River on April 23. Carl presented his one-man drama production, “Stand in the Gap.” Click any picture for a larger version. The drama tells the story of powerful prayer warrior and […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | Durban Community Hall Mothers Day Brunch Sun. May 14, 2017 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Pancakes, Sausages, Eggs, Hashbrowns, Fruit, Toast, Coffee, Tea, Juice Adults: $10 Children 7-12: $5 6 and under: Free 50/50 Draw Special gift for each lady Info: Doreen: 204-539-2434 or 204-539-2321 Vickie: 204-539-2293 Edgar: 204-539-2698 All […]

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 25th day of April, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish, Terry Neely, Irwin Steen CAO; Carolyn Gordon Delegations; […]

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton | Ray’s Gumbo Supper was put on by Birch River Northern Neighbors on Sunday, April 23, 2017. Supper was enjoyed by all that attended, lots of Gumbo and Tasty pies were there to pick from. Click any picture for a larger version. A BIG THANK YOU to everyone that came out […]

Submitted by: Walter Zinkiew | Spring Banquet Thurs. April 27, 2017 6 pm MB time Community Fellowship Church, Swan River Perogies , three meats, desserts etc. Special Music Free will Offering Proceeds to Madge Lake Bible Camp Everyone welcome.