Submitted by: Jackie Spencer | The Benito Vesselli Dance Club celebrated their 34th year of dancing at their year end concert with approximately 200 guests in attendance. Click any picture for a larger version. Guests were greeted at the door with live entertainment from Bill Macooh and Les Rolsky. The club’s 26 dancers started off […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | A team of 10 members made up of the Swan Valley Cobras, Tigers and Russell 5 Pin represented the Special Olympics Manitoba Parkland Region at the Gut-ter Done 5-Pin Bowling Competition on May 7, 2016. Back row (L-R) John Schabert, Justin Ames, Ben Taylor, Anita Biech Front row (L-R) Lorna […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Minitonas Fiddling Program 10th Annual Spring Concert Wed. May 18, 2016 7 pm Minitonas Early Years School Auditorium Join us for a great evening of entertainment featuring our talented students and instructor Lyneta Grenier. Special Guest Performer – Desmond Lagace. Silver collection at the door.

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | Hi I’m Nathan Barker. This is my steer Buddy. I have been a 4H member for 3 years. Hope to see you at our Swan Valley 4H Beef Show and Sale on May 28, 2016 at Valley Livestock.

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development May 9, 2016 | Northwest Region The Northwest Region experienced hot, dry, windy weather conditions over the past week. Generally, soil moisture is adequate in most parts, although there are some well drained sandy soils that are drier. Soil temperatures range between 7 […]

Submitted by: Lynda Leslie | The Tulips are blooming !! The Tulips are blooming !! Tent Town Garden Club “Bloom Event” Tues. May 17, 2016 2:00 pm Minitonas Cenotaph In October the Tent Town Garden Club planted 700 tulip bulbs in a Friendship Tulip Garden at the Minitonas Cenotaph. Now that the tulips are in […]

Manitoba Media Release | On May 4, 2016, six legislative assistants were appointed by Premier Brian Pallister to work with newly named cabinet ministers. “These six members of the legislative assembly will offer important counsel and support to our team’s new cabinet ministers,” said Pallister. “Their experience will inform many of the decisions made by […]

Submitted by: Susan Hrycyk | A good time was had by all at the Lenswood Mother’s Day Dance held on May 7, 2016. There were over two hundred people in attendance. Click any picture for a larger version. Lunch was served at midnight and enjoyed by all!! Thank you to all those that helped out […]

Submitted by: Jen Patterson | Swan Valley Communities That Care and Swan Valley Inter-Agency AGM June 9, 2016 Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre AGENDA 11:00 a.m. – SVIA AGM 11:30 a.m. – Lunch 12:00 – Community Mobilization Presentation 1:00 p.m. – SVCTC AGM Community Mobilization Presentation Guest Speakers: Sgt. Guy Roberts and Allison Done Brandon Community […]

RCMP Media Release | Swan River RCMP Detachment and Manitoba Crime Stoppers are seeking the public’s assistance with solving the following incident: Between the dates of March 26, 2016 and March 29th, 2016 in the rural area of Benito, rims, tires and LED lights were stolen from a Ford Pickup truck. The LED lights fit […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn On May 06, 2016 Durban Community Hall held their perogy spring supper. With 3 kinds to choose from and a delicious bison sausage there were many compliments from all who attended. Click any picture for a larger version. With the bison meat sausage it added a unique taste to the meal, […]

RCMP Media Release | On April 28th, 2016 Swan River RCMP received a report of a break and enter at the Hydro Compound in Minitonas; a trailer and UTV were stolen. Suspects cut the lock on the gate, drove into the yard, hooked up to the trailer with the UTV on it and drove away. […]

Submitted by: Krystal Howson | A BBQ for mental health awareness was held at Extra Foods on Friday May 6, 2016 with the store manager, Darren Tower, agreeing to sit in the dunk tank to raise money for the cause. Click any picture for a larger view. The Manager dressed up for the festivities soon […]

Submitted by: Jackie Spencer | Benito Vesselli Dance Club 34th Annual Year End Concert Sat. May 14, 2016 2:00 pm Doors open at 1:30 pm Benito Recreation Centre Tickets available at the door $10 per person $8 (6-12 years) 5 and under Free Appetizer Buffet Live Entertainment – Les Rolsky & Bill Macooh Lucky Draw […]

On May 6 ,2016, Swan River RCMP were notified that Corey Michael CHARTRAND, a 37 year-old aboriginal male, had gone missing from Sapotaweyak Cree Nation. The investigation has determined that Chartrand was last seen early in the morning on April 30, 2016. Chartrand is described as 5’11″ and of medium build. He has long black […]

Submitted by: Lynn Williamson & Cheryle Zbirun | Between 300 and 400 people attend a benefit lunch for the Mark Colbert Family on April 30, 2016 with proceeds of this worthy event helping with medical costs for Mark & his family. Click any picture for a larger version. It was a beautiful sunny day and […]

Submitted by: Carla Dixon | Association for Community Living Swan River 55th Annual General Meeting Tues. June 7, 2016 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 | I am Liam Dodd and this is my 4H Beef project Waylon Jennings. We’d like to invite you to the Swan Valley 4H Beef Show & Sale on the May 28, 2016. Get a group of friends together and buy your summer BBQ meat home grown this year! Support the […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 19th day of April, 2016 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve –C. Eisner Councillors: G. Bartel, J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk, S. Walmsley C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Additions to Agenda: 4.13 Westman […]

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 on this 6th day of April, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster, David Minish, Stan Potten CAO; Carolyn Gordon Absent with […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Wednesday, April 20th, 2016 at 6:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Moriaux, Friesen, Delaurier, Jacobson and Sakal present.   Councillor Sakal arrived at 7:20 pm and Councillor Delaurier arrived at 8:30 pm.  Councillor Whyte was absent with permission. 1.  Call to order 2.  Adoption of […]

Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Monday, April 18th, 2016 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Brich River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Marvin Kovachik Councillors: 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 – Brad Wyatt Attending by communication […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development May 2, 2016 | Northwest Region There were light showers on Sunday through the northern parts of the Northwest Region. Soil moisture conditions vary over the region with drier areas and localized ponding in Swan River and The Pas. Soil moisture is rated […]

Swan River Fire Dept. Media Release | At approximately 4:14 pm on Thursday May 5, 2016 the Swan River fire department along with RCMP and Prairie Mountain EMS responded to a report of a structure fire in the Municipality of Swan Valley West. Upon arrival the structure was fully engulfed with flying embers lighting the […]

Submitted by: Barbara Lewis | Sunday, May 1, 2016 the 519 Swan Valley Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron had a pancake brunch at the Swan River Museum from 11 am to 2 pm as a fund raiser. Click any picture for a larger version. Proceeds go towards a trip to Europe in 2018, visiting Great […]

Submitted by: Shannon Fullerton | Swan Valley Light Horse & Pony Club Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast Sat. May 14, 2016 8 – 10 am Swan Valley Ag Society Grandstand $5 per person 5 and under free Come out and support your local 4-H Club

Submitted by: Jean Baskier | A large crowd gathered for coffee and a visit in the hall at the St. James Anglican Church on Saturday April 30, 2016 for the spring tea and bake sale. Click any picture for a larger version.

Submitted by: Rebecca Popoff | Drive One 4UR School Sat. May 14, 2016 9am – 4:30pm Swan River Day Care Centre 439 Westwood Rd Only 15 minutes of your time for a great cause! Take a free test drive and Ford Canada will donate $20 for every driver up to $6000! All proceeds towards playground […]

Submitted by: Nicole Clouson | The Dolyna Ukrainian Dancers performed to a packed house for the annual year-end Dessert Concert on April 30, 2016. Photos by Christine Klimuk. Click any picture for a larger version. The entertainment was top notch and included dances from various regions such as Poltava, Hutzul, Bukovanian, Transcarpatian and Polissia. The […]

Submitted by: Krystal Howson | Fri. May 6, 2016 11am – 4pm Extra Foods First BBQ of the year! Burger, chips, drink $5 Dunk store manager Darren Tower In the dunk tank – $1 a ball. All proceeds go to mental health awareness!!

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton | Birch River Northern Neighbors hosted their 27 the annual Western Jamboree on April 30, 2016. About 20 participants took part. Click any picture for a larger version. Singing,Harmonica and Guitar playing was enjoyed by all that came out to enjoy the evening. Lots of good toe tapping music to dance […]

FREE Public Presentation Helping Your Anxious Child Mon. May 16, 2016 SVRSS Multi-Purpose Room, Swan River Professionals: 1:30-3:30 PM Parents and Community: 6:30 to 8:00 PM Register by Phone: 204-734-6621 or Email: jwigley@pmh-mb.ca Dr. John Walker is a Professor in the Department of Clinical Health Psychology at University of Manitoba. He has worked for many […]

Submitted by: Kevin Kirkpatrick | We had a very successful Soup and Sandwich with over 300 people packing the Elk’s hall. We were able to raise over $1500.00 dollars for our trip. Photos by Rob McDonald Photography. Click any picture for a larger version. The Banff Geo class of 2016 would like to thank all […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | Swan Valley Animal Protection League enjoyed a great crowd and a very successful Soup and Bun Luncheon on April 27, 2016 at the Elk’s Hall. Click any picture for a larger version. The homemade soup smelled and tasted fabulous! There was a huge array of yummy desserts. Folks had a […]

Submitted by: Evelyn Bredin | The Swan Valley Fine Arts Festival Association encourages artistic growth and appreciation of the arts in the Swan River Valley. Click any picture for a larger version. It provides a public platform, in a supportive atmosphere, for artists at any level and age, assisting in their development through an adjudication […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | Morgan Staniland and Otis!!! Morgan would like to invite you to come out to the Swan Valley 4H Beef Show & Sale on May 28, 2016. Show starts at 10am, bring a lawn chair & plan to have lunch. Sale follows the show in the afternoon. Join in the Auction, […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 5th day of April, 2016 A.D. at 7:22 p.m. Present: Councillors: G. Bartel, J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk, S. Walmsley C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Absent with Notice: Reeve –C. Eisner Delegations: 7:30 […]

Submitted by: Lesley Betcher 2016 Wellman Lake Bible Camp Dates Camp activities include: Exploring the Bible, singing, worship, camp fires, special meals, swimming, archery, crafts, canoeing, wall climbing, hiking, sports, ropes course and games galore! Pre-Squirt Camp Date: July 9 Sat. 10am – 4pm Ages: 5 – 7 Fee: $25 Junior High Camp Date: July […]

RCMP Media Release | At approximately 5:04 a.m. on April 30, 2016 the Swan River RCMP Detachment responded to a report of a single vehicle collision approximately 3 km north of Minitonas, MB. RCMP members arrived on scene and located four males who had all been ejected from the vehicle. All were transported to hospital […]

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka | Christian Fellowship Church hosted the Ignite vocal ensemble group from Steinbach Bible College on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. The group of 10 students and 2 staff members had a great evening planned. Click any picture for a larger version. There was lots of musical numbers, some sharing about their college […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, April 5th, 2016 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Moriaux, Friesen, Whyte, Delaurier and Sakal present. Councillor Jacobson was absent with permission. 1.  Call to order 2.  Adoption of Agenda Resolution No: 2016.184 Moved By: David Moriaux Seconded By: Jason Delaurier […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | There was some great bowling this on Saturday April 23, 2016 at Up Your Alley Bowling Lanes in Swan River. 32 Special Olympic bowlers from Swan River, Russell and Winnipegosis hit the floor for the Parkland Region Bowling Tournament. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Top 3 […]

Submitted by: Rick Nahnybida | ARRAN SASKATCHEWAN 100TH ANNIVERSARY July 29, 30, 31, 2016 Registration: $30 Adults/13 and older Registration deadline: June 15, 2016. Email Registration to: mish1364@yahoo.ca michelle@selectrealtysaskatoon.com e tranfers are welcomed Cheques payable to – Village of Arran Mail to Box 40 Arran, SK S0A 0B0 Registration Friday. Saturday afternoon Entertainment (incl. in […]

Submitted by: Brenna Smith | Bowsman United Church and Minitonas Knox United Church held two performances on April 23 and 24, 2016 of the Cantata “Come To the Table” at the Bowsman Legion Hall and Knox United Church. Click any picture for a larger version. A great message was received by many about going forth […]

Submitted by: Holly Urban | 30th Annual Banquet and Membership Supper Sat. May 7, 2016 Swan River Centennial Arena Demonstrations & Activities Commencing at 6:00 pm Traditional Shore Lunch Featuring: Walleye, Various Smoked Fish, Smoked Brisket, Marinated/Smoked Pork Butt Door Prizes – Auctions – Games Tickets $40 each, available from: Any SVSF Director, TD Canada […]

Submitted by: Lesley Betcher | A delicious meal with door prizes, a trivia game and the introduction of the 2016 camp staff was enjoyed by a full house for the Wellman Lake Bible Camp Spring Barbeque. Click any picture for a larger version. The Barbeque took place at First Baptist Church in Minitonas on April […]

Submitted by: Barbara Lewis | 519 Swan Valley Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron Pancake Breakfast Sun. May 1, 2016 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Swan Valley Museum Swan River $7 per plate, Children under 5 free In House 50/50 Draw Everyone is Welcome!! Proceeds towards our European trip

Submitted by: Cowan Community Ladies | On Sunday, April 24, 2016, a flock of people enjoyed a delicious supper at the Cowan Community Centre hosted by the Cowan Community Ladies. Pictured above: Just a few of the many volunteers. Click picture for a larger version. Doors opened at 4:30pm and within minutes the hall was […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn Perogy Supper Durban Community Hall Friday May 06, 2016 5 pm to 7:30 pm 3 Varieties of Perogies Plain, Cheese, Sauerkraut Enjoy with locally produced and processed BISON Sausage ALL YOU CAN EAT Desserts Coffee Tea & Juice Adults $12.00 Ages 7 to 12 $6.00 6 and under free Info; Doreen […]

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka | Christian Fellowship Church hosted Family Fun Night on Saturday April 23, 2016. Families came out to enjoy the games, snacks, and visiting and everyone had fun! Click any picture for a larger version. Watch for our next Family Fun Night in Birch River this fall!