Submitted by: Debbie Soloway: Pine River Community Centre was the place to be for a delicious Valentine’s dinner on February 11, 2017. Close to ninety hungry guests were in attendance. Click any picture for a larger version. Each guest received a Valentine treat bag followed by a scrumptious meal of spaghetti and meatballs smothered in […]

Submitted By: Councillor David Minish Media Spokesperson for the Municipality of Swan Valley West Councillor Stan Potten publicly announced to his fellow members of council that he was resigning his position on council due to his declining health. Potten then presented his written resignation to CAO, Carolyn Gordon. The remaining six members of Council for […]

Submitted by: Chris Zamzow | The Mustangs travelled to Wawanesa February 11 to compete in a six team novice tournament. A previous commitment left them slightly shorthanded, missing hard charging forward Peyton Lehmann and Coach Tyler Mullin. Back Row: Head Coach Kolby Danielson, Griffin Klatt, Bryden Danielson, Porter Atkinson, Matt Zamzow, Austin Eisner, Coach Chris […]

Submitted by: Kim Lowes | We had an amazing day at our 1st annual Swan River Sled for Eternity! We had 78 registered riders of which 41 were fundraisers! We surpassed our goal of $50,000 and reached over $68,000! Pictured Above: Kim Lowes (left) and Steve Paulson – Teen Challenge Executive Director (right) along with […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Swan Valley Tiger Fire hosted the Swan Valley Stampeders to a Floor hockey game on Sunday, Feb 5, 2017. All of the athletes had a great time playing the game! Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Front row l to r – Andrew Brass, Jarret Gingras, […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | JV Girls Basketball team travelled to Dauphin on February 3 & 4, 2017 to play in the Dauphin Invitational. The Tigers played Minnedosa Collegiate on Friday afternoon and won convincingly with a score of 56-18. Pictured above: Brynlee Spencer steals the ball from a Minnedosa player. Click any picture for […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre (ECFC) has taken on a project that focuses on the issue of homelessness in the Swan Valley. The project defines homelessness as anyone who does not have access to safe, affordable, appropriate, permanent housing to which they can return whenever they choose. The initial stage of the […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | Benito 10th Annual Open Bonspiel Feb 13-19, 2017 4 Events – Pick a Prize $120 Entry Fee / Rink 32 team limit Saturday Banquet Included Entry Deadline February 11, 2017 Contact: Rick: 204-539-2811 Scott: 204-539-2667 (daytime)

Submitted by: Bert Sutherland | North Mountain Riders Pickerel Supper Fri. February 17, 2017 Cocktails at 6:00 pm Supper at 7:30 pm Westwood Inn Tickets $30 Tickets are available at Redline Chrysler & Cook & Cooke

Submitted by: Kevin Carter | The Swan Valley Tigers Varsity Boys participated in the Linden Christian Hoops for Hope tournament in Winnipeg February 3-5, 2017 and came away with a third place finish in the tournament. File Photo | Courtesy of Rob McDonald The third place game was played against Steinbach Christian High School. We […]

FREE Presentation and FREE LUNCH It’s Not Right! For Neighbours, Friends & Families of Older Adults Friday, February 24, 2017 Elks Hall (112–5th Ave S) Doors Open at 11:30 Lunch at 12:00 pm Presentation at 1:00 pm *Preregistration is REQUIRED for the lunch* Presented by: Please join Theresa Roberts of PEAM (Prevent Elder Abuse MB) […]

Submitted by: Craig Zamzow On Feb 3-5, 2017 the Atom A Stampeders travelled to The Pas for the 39th annual Grub Box Cup. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Back Row: Samantha Jo Moshenko, Crystal Zamzow, Maddix Eisner, Kai Gorchynski, Eli Betcher, Tavyn Boychuk, Christian Hart Middle Row: Comrie Quill, Grace Kirk, […]

Submitted by: Avery Fedorchuk | Bowsman Curling Club presents Canadian EH! 2017 Women’s Curling Bonspiel February 23-26, 2017 Dinner | Entertainment | Prizes | Silent Auction Entry Fee: $100 for club rinks $120 for out of town rinks To enter contact Cindi Fulford 204-281-1230 The theme this year for the bonspiel is All Things Canadian […]

Submitted by: Shayne Yaschyshyn | The SVRSS gymnasium was the site of some fantastic basketball games this past weekend as the SVRSS Varsity Girls hosted 7 teams from across Manitoba & Saskatchewan for the Swan Valley Credit Union Varsity Classic. Click any picture for a larger version. The following teams motored to Swan River to […]

Submitted by: Maureen Bowles | Travel Night February 16, 2017 7:00 pm Swan River Library Tour the Maritimes with Dale Wiebach Gordon Hornbeck Pictures and commentary Everyone Welcome

Submitted by: Bowsman Lions Club On Wednesday, Feb. 1st, 2017 members from the Bowsman Lions Club and Swan Valley Health Foundation officially presented the new Central Cardiac Monitoring System to the Swan Valley Health Centre. Click picture for a larger version. This new equipment was purchased for $120,000 and will be able to remotely monitor […]

Submitted by: Swan River Men’s Curling Club | Swan River Men’s Centennial Bonspiel March 9-12, 2017 Opening Ceremony Friday Night 7pm Fish Supper Friday Night Banquet & Entertainment Saturday Night $200 per rink 6 end games Pay per end For Entries Barry Tall 204-281-0825 Marty Anderson 204-734-4985 Rink 204-734-3055 email: sr_men_curl@outlook.com

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the January 30, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. Rick Wowchuk, local MLA, attended the Board Meeting on January 30, 2017. Trustees had an opportunity to ask Mr. Wowchuk questions. The Board thanked Mr. Wowchuk for his help in ensuring that the Carpentry Shop […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | Health Improvement Program Get a new start on your health! Attend one of the following two Informational Sessions Mon. February 13, 2017 3:00 pm, Swan River Library OR 7:00 pm, 2nd Floor Board Room, Swan Valley Health Centre Learn about the causes, prevention (and often reversal) of: – heart disease […]

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 29th day of December, 2016 at 5:40 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster David Minish, Terry Neely, Stan Potten CAO; Carolyn Gordon Delegations; […]

Submitted by: Shayne Yaschyshyn | On Friday January 27, 2017 the SVRSS Varsity Girl Tigers motored to Brandon to participate in the Neelin Invitational basketball tournament. File Photo | Courtesy of Rob McDonald On Friday they came up against a very fast and structured opponent from Weyburn Saskatchewan which is a “AAAAA” school. The Tigers […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk Benito School Presents … Country-Ella Dinner Theatre Fri. February 24, 2017 Sat. February 25, 2017 Benito School Gymnasium Doors open at 5:45 pm Country-Ella is a tale of a trendy city girl who visits her family in the country and the shenanigans that then ensue. An evening of food and fun […]

Submitted by: Constituency Office of MLA Rick Wowchuk MLA Rick Wowchuk presented the final payment of $12,729.30 from Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Fund to Swan Lake Watershed Conservation District. Pictured above (click picture for a larger version): Receiving the cheque is Stephanie Reid, the Swan Lake Watershed Manager and Walter Kolisnyk, Chair of Swan Lake […]

Submitted by: Paula Shevernoha | 2017 SVCU Lady Classic Basketball Tournament Feb 3 & 4, 2017 Click below to see the Tournament Draw SVRSS Varsity Girls will be playing host this weekend for their annual Credit Union Classic. Teams from Crocus Plains, Neelin, Major Pratt, Gilbert Plains, Hudson Bay, Kelvington and Kamsack will compete with […]

Submitted by: Kevin Carter | On Friday and Saturday, January 27th and 28th, 2017 the Swan Valley Tigers Varsity Boys team participated in the Neelin Invitational basketball tournament hosted by Neelin High School in Brandon. File Photo | Courtesy of Rob McDonald The format of the tournament was a modified round robin with the SVRSS […]

Submitted by: Alvin Karton | 20th Annual Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby Sat. March 18, 2017 1pm to 4 pm Whitefish Lake Contestants will be competing for over $20,000 in cash and merchandise prizes. 1st PRIZE $10,000 CASH To celebrate our 20 Year Anniversary We are giving away 20 Bonus Draws of $100 Cost […]

Submitted by: Blaine Campbell | The Swan River Centennial Arena was the place to be over the weekend of January 27-29, 2017 when the host novice teams hosted 8 other teams in the annual Swan River Legion Branch #39 Novice Tournament. Pictured above (Click picture for a larger version): Front Row: Dade Werbicki Middle Row […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk Benito Volunteer Fire Department invites you to the Annual Fireman’s Supper Sun. February 26, 2017 Benito Rec Centre 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Prime Rib Cooked and Served by Benito Premium Meats $18 per plate – 12 years and up $15 per plate – 11 years and down Chinese Auction Everyone […]

Submitted by: Swan River Constituency Office of MLA Rick Wowchuk Swan Valley RISE along with 28 other Community Organizations from across Manitoba were awarded funding to boost rural, northern Tourism. Pictured above (click picture for a larger version): MLA Rick Wowchuk presents a cheque for $17,250 to Swan Valley RISE Economic Development Officer Heather Nielsen […]

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway | Valentine’s Dinner and Games Night Sat. February 11, 2017 Dinner Served from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Pine River Community Centre Advanced Tickets Only Tickets available at: Semeniuk’s Lucky Dollar Grocery Store (204-263-2108) or Urbanowski’s Garage (204-263-2101) Be sure to get your ticket early so the caterer has an accurate […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | Swan Valley JV Girls played in the Gilbert Plains Tournament on January 28 and 29, 2017. First game of the day was against Major Pratt School from Russell. Click any picture for a larger version. Above: Brenna Schure took the ball to the hoop against Major Pratt School. The Tigers […]

Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan | Royal Purple Elks Valentine Luncheon Tues. February 14, 2017 11:00 am – 1:30 pm Elks Hall Adults: $8.00 Students: $5.00 Preschool: Free Proceeds to Build Community Bocce Courts

Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health | Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) is rolling out its program to distribute free Take Home Naloxone kits within the region. Public Health and Community Health Nurses involved in harm reduction supply distribution will be the initial providers to have naloxone kits available to distribute, without a prescription, for people at […]

Continuation 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 15th day of December, 2016 at 7:10 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Brian Burick, David Minish, Terry Neely, Stan Potten CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent with […]

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 13th day of December, 2016 at 5:35 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish Terry Neely, Stan Potten CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent with Prior […]

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the Jaunary 16, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Submitted by: Tim Mendel Superintendent/CEO 1. The Board passed a motion nominating Board Chair Kelli Riehl for Region 1 Director for the Manitoba School Boards Association. If she is successful she would be a member of the MSBA Provincial Board. It […]

ValleyBiz Story | Questions have been raised regarding the status of the Municipality of Swan Valley West’s Reeve after a January 26, 2017 facebook post by CJ104 Radio stated “Credible sources indicate that earlier today, Reeve Verne Scouten tendered his resignation.” The media spokesperson from the Municipality of Swan Valley West confirmed in a statement […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | The JV Girls Basketball Team travelled to Souris in January 20 and 21, 2017 to take part in the Sabres Invitational Basketball Tournament. Pictured above (click for a larger version): Back row: coach. Lise Fraser, Josie Black, Lauren Klatt, Caitlyn Stewart, Adria Bateman, Ireland Staples, Seanna Stinson Front row: Erica […]

Submitted by: Louise Watkins | Team Oryniak assembled a team of talented young men to curl as a competitive Junior curling team for the 2016-2017 season. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Team Photo at Canola Junior Berth Spiel, Swan River, MB Left to right: Coach Darren Oryniak, Myles Hunker(Lead), Carter Watkins(Second), […]

Submitted by: Shayne Yaschyshyn | The 2017 Pizza Place Invitational Boys & Girls Varsity Basketball Tournament was held in Swan River this past weekend on January 20 and 21, 2017 at the SVRSS. Photos by Rob McDonald Click for a larger version. The tournament is set up as a 4 team round robin with boys […]

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 29th day of November, 2016 at 7:12 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish Terry Neely, Stan Potten CAO; Carolyn Gordon Delegations; […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Swan Valley Tiger Fire Floor Hockey Team invited the Winnipeg Blue Devils, Brandon City Wheat Wings and newly formed Riding Mountain Rebels (of Dauphin/Winnipegosis) to their 3rd Annual Regional Floor Hockey Tournament. Pictured above: Opening Ceremonies on Saturday morning started off with Constable Scott Sherman and Constable Brett Crowley […]

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 8th day of November, 2016 at 7:20 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish, Terry Neely CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent with Prior […]

Submitted by: Lance Jacobson | On Sunday January 15, 2017 Swan River PC Constituency Association hosted a Sandwich Luncheon at the Westwood Inn with special guests Premier Pallister and Swan River MLA Rick Wowchuk. Click any picture for a larger version. An excellent crowd who included visitors from across the constituency came out to meet […]

ValleyBiz Story | When Lee Cryderman passed away suddenly on January 7, 2017, it did not take long for the community to come together to support the family. “Lee always said, ‘If anything ever happens to me, don’t worry people will help.’” said his wife Rita. Click any picture for a larger version. And help […]

RCMP Media Release | The RCMP has arrested and charged Carl Jessie Klyne, 23, from Swan River, with Second Degree murder. He appeared in Provincial Court in Swan River earlier this morning. Officers located the elderly victim, a 90 year old male, deceased at a residence in the Town of Swan River during a well-being […]

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka | The Grand Opening of the Thrift Shop in Birch River was a great success! Despite the frigid weather, lots of new and returning customers came out to enjoy the coffee and yummy snacks as well as finding plenty of treasures to take home. Thank you to all the volunteers who […]

Submitted by: Paula Shevernoha | 2017 Pizza Place Classic January 20 & 21, 2017 SVRSS Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball teams will be playing host this weekend for their annual Pizza Place Classic. Teams from Dauphin, Westgate, Roblin and Norquay, will be competing against our SVRSS Tigers for the 2017 title. Come on out and […]

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 October, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish, Terry Neely CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent with Prior […]

Submitted by: Community Futures Parkland | Our annual grant & award application and nomination forms are now available on our website. All applications and nominations are due on March 31, 2017. The Volunteer Awards are a great opportunity to shine a light on local youth and adults who donate their time and energies for the […]