Submitted by: Karen Gade | Benito United Church Craft and Trade Show Soup/Sandwich Lunch Sat. December 5, 2015 10 am – 2 pm Benito Rec Centre Baking – Crafts – Mary Kay – Avon – Norwex – Jewellery – Epicure – Sewing Christmas Pudding – Scentsy – Velata – Knitting – Jamberry Nails – Arbonne […]

Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan | Royal Purple Christmas Baking 2 dozen dainties $20 Christmas pudding $15 (per quart) Order Deadline: November 29, 2015 Orders can be phoned in to: Adeline McQuay 204-734-3652, Betty Kotyk 204-734-4304 or Diane Sylvester 204-734-2232 by November 29, 2015 Pick up will be at the Elks Hall from 10 am to […]

Submitted by: Carol Silverthorn | The nightly winner in last week’s Chase the Ace fundraiser hosted by the Bowsman Skating Rink and Bowsman Curling Club was Nathan Stevenson. The prize was presented by Kevin Silverthorn. The game continues every Friday night from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at the Bowsman Hotel. The accumulating jackpot is now at […]

Submitted by: Maureen Bowles | Come to the Festival of Trees at the North West Regional Library December 1-5, 2015 Open during library hours. Drop in and view the trees and gingerbread houses, enjoy some hot apple cider and a cookie. Silver collection or non perishable food item. All proceeds go to the Christmas Cheer […]

Submitted by: Minitonas Knox United Church | On Sunday, November 1, 2015 the Minitonas Knox United Church held their fall supper. Family, friends and neighbors filled the hall with a steady stream of hungry guests. Guests enjoyed a hearty meal of turkey and potatoes, meatballs, casserols and a variety of salads with a selection of […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | Swan Valley Fine Arts Festivals Association presents 52nd Annual Carol Festival Sun. December 6, 2015 3:00 p.m. Temple Baptist Church Swan River Silver collection and/or donation of non-perishable food.

ValleyBiz Story | A mild November morning greeted a group of Veterans as they gathered at the Cenotaph in Swan River to lay wreaths in memory of and tribute to fallen soldiers. Click any picture for a larger version. Members of the RCMP, Cadets, and Stampeders along with dignitaries and other community representatives marched from […]

Submitted by: Scott Swaiko | The 53rd annual Swan Valley Rotary Radio Auction took place on Thursday, November 6, 2015 from the conference room of the Swan Valley Credit Union. The total amount raised on Thursday was a little over $13,400. Click any picture for a larger version. There was a good amount of active […]

Submitted by: Sandra Tibble | Westwood Inn Curling Classic November 13 – 15, 2015 Swan River Curling Rink Come on out and watch some outstanding curling and shot making with a field of curlers from Manitoba & Saskatchewan.

Submitted Story | On November 4-7, 2015 Swan Hills Ranch competed at the 27th Annual Grain Miller’s Harvest Showdown in Yorkton, winning several events throughout the weekend. Submitted Photos | Click any picture for a larger version. Scott Tibble (above) received the Grand Reserve Championship Award for the 2015 Futurity Show Pen of Open Heifers. […]

Submitted by: Brenda Fisher | We were blessed with great weather on Friday, November 6, 2015 for our 36th Annual Calico Corners Craft Sale which contributed to its huge success! Click any picture for a larger version. Large crowds mingled throughout the many craft tables, shopped and also enjoyed coffee, dessert or a hearty lunch […]

ValleyBiz Story | Formo Motors scared up literally a ton of food during their “We Scare Hunger” campaign throughout the month of October. The non-perishable food items were delivered to the Swan Valley Food Bank on November 6, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. Jake Warkentin and Albert Quon expressed their appreciation on […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | Saturdays weather was an absolute beautiful setting for a terrific football game. With both teams taking the field and bleachers full of fans we stood at attention to a fantastic rendition of O’Canada, sung by two local entertainers. Click any picture for a larger version. As the whistle blew we […]

Submitted by: Jennifer Simpson | St. Andrew’s United Church Fall Supper Sun. November 15, 2015 4:30 – 6:30 pm Veteran’s Community Hall Adults: $15.00 Children 6-12: $6.00 5 years and under free Advance tickets available at: Lloyd’s Jewellers Pizza Place Atkinson’s For delivery please call in advance, 204-734-2075

Submitted Story | Swan Valley Communities that Care (SVCTC) recently reached the milestone of 5 years of service in the Swan Valley. The organization reflected on their efforts and celebrated their accomplishments during an anniversary supper. Click picture for a larger version. “You all have much to celebrate as you have accomplished so much‎ in […]

Submitted by: Ron Kostyshyn Annual NDP Christmas Supper Sat. November 28, 2015 Swan Valley Museum Socializing 5:00 p.m. Supper 6:00 p.m. $12.00/person Guest Performers: Ukrainian Dancers from Ethelbert (Madison, Brittney & Johnathon Stratuliak; Sierra Malowski & Nolan Low) Silent Auction, 50/50 Ticket Draw Everyone Welcome!

RCMP Media Release | On November 6,2015, shortly before 2:30 pm, Swan River RCMP were called to a collision involving two vehicles, approximately 4 km North of Swan River on Highway 10, near road 216 North. Officers arrived on scene and confirmed the collision involved a semi truck and a pickup. The driver of the […]

Submitted by: Bev Leach | Sponsored by: Service to Seniors Sat. November 28, 2015 10:00 a.m. till cookies last St. James Anglican Church 1201 – 1st Street South A great way to start your Christmas baking! You will be given a box when you enter and then go on your “cookie walk” past the tables […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | On November 3, 2015 the Swan Valley Tigers JV Boys volleyball team played against Dauphin for the Zone Finals. The Swan Valley Tigers beat the Dauphin Clippers in a close match winning 3 games to 2 games to earn a spot at the provincials. Front Row: John Walsh, Sean Kirkpatrick, […]

Swan River Daycare presents Valley Stage Players in “Senior Follies” by Billy St. John November 27, 2015 War Veteran’s Hall Doors Open at 7:00 pm Show Starts at 8:00 pm Cash bar and appetizers will be served at intermission. All funds raised will be going toward the school aged playground. Tickets $30 – Available at […]

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 great event which offered a Halloween experience for all ages. Click any picture for a larger version. There were about 1,400 visitors, who attended Spooktober-Fest over the three […]

Submitted by: Vaughn Behrmann | Medical Fundraiser for Brandel MacCumber November 20, 2015 War Veterans Hall Swan River 5:30pm Cocktails/            Silent Auction 6:30pm Supper Live Auction to follow All proceeds will go towards the Brandel MacCumber Medical Trust Fund set up at the Credit Union in Swan River. Brandel MacCumber was in a serious ATV […]

Submitted by: Lynda Leslie | Community Foundation of Swan Valley Gala was hosted on Friday October 30, 2015 at the Veteran’s Hall in Swan River. The evening opened with invited guests mingling over appetizers and background music by Martyn Snell. Click any picture for a larger version. Emcee for the evening was Travis Stewart from […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk 2015 RMFL Championship Final SVRSS Tigers vs Dauphin Clippers Sat. November 7, 2015 2:00 pm Kick Off SVRSS Field Come and Cheer on the Home Town Tigers! $2 Admission Concession

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The rain didn’t deter the fans from coming out to cheer on the Swan Valley Tigers as they hosted the ParkWest Outlaws in the Provincial Semi Final. Each team took the field with the dreams of moving on to the next stage. Click any picture for a larger version. ParkWest […]

Guiding Good Choices Parenting Workshop Tuesdays: Nov 10, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8 Dinner- 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Sessions- 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Ecole Swan River South School 1015 – 2nd Street South, Swan River (Children age 9-14 attend with their parent(s) on November 24th) Are you raising a child age 9-14? Guiding Good Choices […]

Submitted by: Knox United Church | Smiling faces and lovely fall decorations greeted over 50 guests who attended the Minitonas Knox United Church Fall Tea and Bake sale on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. Coffee and tea was served by several young helpers. A wide selection of pies were […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Christmas Cheer Board APPLICATION FORMS available at Your Municipal Office From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Mon. November 2, 2015 to Fri. November 20, 2015 MUST BE COMPLETED & RETURNED by 4:00 pm on Friday, November 20, 2015 PHONE OR WALK IN APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE TAKEN Sunday, November 22, 2015 […]

ValleyBiz Story | Sparky the Fire Dog, along with members of the Swan River Fire Department collected donations to “Help Give Breast Cancer the Boot” at the Swan Valley Coop on Saturday 17, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. The fire trucks were all shined up and on display in the co-op parking […]

Submitted by: Corey Hurren | The Bowsman Lions hosted the annual Bowsman Community Halloween Party at the Bowsman Legion Hall on Halloween night. Click any picture for a larger version. There were prizes for costumes, contests, and door prizes as well as drinks, hot dogs, and treats. The Bowsman Lions would like to thank all […]

Submitted by: Judy Biech | Lenswood Harvest Dance November 14, 2015 Lenswood Community Hall 9:00 pm -1:00 am Adm. $12.00 Music by Ken Thompson Midnight lunch

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 20th, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councilors, Jacobson, Moriaux, Friesen, Whyte, Delaurier & Sakal present. Hearings: Board of Revision Laurie Maidy of Swan River Assessment Branch in attendance. 1. RESOLVED that the Council of […]

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 on this 22nd day of September, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Present: Reeve; Verne Scouten Councillors; Carrie Blosha, Brian Burick, Glen Foster David Minish, Stan Potten Interim-Acting CAO; […]

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 1, 2015 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 1, 2015 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 […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | Valley Stage Players present “Senior Follies” by Billy St. John Sat. November 28, 2015 7:30 p.m Sun. November 29, 2015 2:00 p.m. Veterans Community Hall Swan River Admission price is $15 for this hilarious comedy. Tickets are available at Home Hardware in Swan River or at the door. A dedicated […]

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton Young and old enjoyed checking out all the goods at the craft sale at the Birch River Legion Hall on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. There were 21 tables of home baking, knitted goods, homemade soaps, oils, cards, wreaths and much more. Chili and a […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Rotary Club | The Swan Valley Rotary Club is holding its annual radio auction on: Thurs. November 5, 2015 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Click here for an online list of items – more pictures coming soon. Through the generous contributions of both the business and professional communities much has been […]

Manitoba Media Release | Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship advises a recent night patrol by conservation officers in the Swan River area has resulted in the arrest of five people from two separate groups of hunters. Based on information that people had been seen hunting at night in the area, officers conducted a patrol on […]

Swan River Fire Department Release | On October 23, 2015 at approximately 23:30 the Swan River Fire Department along with Swan River RCMP, Prairie Mountain Health EMS and Manitoba Hydro were dispatched to a possible smoke in a residence call. Upon arrival at 328 Centennial Drive North heavy smoke was noted to be seen coming […]

Submitted by: Karen Gade | Benito United Church did not disappoint the 440 plus supporters who came to enjoy a tasty meal of roast turkey, ham, and all the trimmings on Sunday, October 25, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. Volunteers gathered at the Rec. Centre kitchen before 10 a.m. to begin washing, […]

Submitted by: Carol Silverthorn | Ken Sutherland was the nightly winner of $52 in the Chase the Ace fundraiser hosted by the Bowsman Skating Rink and Bowsman Curling Club. The prize was presented by Barry Stephen. Click picture for a larger version. The game continues every Friday night from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at the Bowsman […]

Submitted by: Patty Gattinger | The Swan Valley Ducks Unlimited committee hosted their 34th Annual Banquet and Auction on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at the War Veterans Community Hall. Click any picture for a larger version. With doors opening at 5:30 p.m. the evening began with numerous delicious hor d’oeuvres being served by the catering […]

Submitted by: Beverly Negrave | Thank you to Ford and everyone who contributed and came out to the Benito Drive 4UR School fundraiser on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. A huge thank you to Formo Motors and their staff for their time and effort in making the day a […]

Submitted by: Jason Delaurier | Rick Wowchuk invites you to come meet with: Progressive Conservative Leader Brian Pallister Wed. November 18, 2015 3:00 PM Valley Room Westwood Inn No Charge to attend

RCMP Media Release | On October 25, 2015, just after 12:00 a.m., officers from the Dauphin Municipal RCMP received a report that three inmates had escaped from the Dauphin Correctional Centre in Dauphin, Manitoba. Investigators learned that the three men had climbed over a fence and were last seen heading east. Moments later, investigators were […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The Swan Valley Tigers played a great game against the visiting Virden Golden Bears on Friday afternoon. The weather co-operated, which enticed many fans out to show their support. Click any picture for a larger version. The game started slow with scoring having the Tigers strike first with a single […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 6th day of October, 2015 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Reeve –C. Eisner Councillors: G. Bartel, J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk C.A.O. – K. Chartrand Absent with Notice: S. Walmsley Delegations: 7:00 […]

Minutes of the regular Council meeting of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, October 7th, 2015 in the R.M. of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, Manitoba. Members Present: Reeve: Councillors: 1 – 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – Nestor Rizok 4 – Connie Forbes 5 – Jesse Larocque 6 – Brad Wyatt Reeve […]

Submitted by: Barb Holms | Minitonas Knox United Church Fall Supper Sun. November 1, 2015 4:30 – 6:30 Minitonas Community Hall Adults: $13.00 6-12: $6.00 5 & UNDER – Free Takeout meals: 204-734-0380

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 15th day of September, 2015 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 Delegations: 7:30 pm – […]