Submitted by: Glenda Foster | Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Service Swan River Veterans Hall November 11, 2023 Please be seated by 10:45am There will be a march to the cenotaph for a short service to lay wreaths – if you would like to take part in this please congregate at the Legion Clubroom by […]

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat November 28, 2023 Birch River Drop In Center November 29, 2023 Benito Drop In Center November 30, 2023 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre All venues will be at 10:00am – 12:00pm This month’s topics: Fall Prevention Month Depression/Loneliness How our Traditional Foods Help us Physically and […]

Submitted by: Michelle Baudin The Birch River Legion had their craft sale and harvest lunch on October 27, 2023. It was very well attended, with many shoppers and an excellent selection of vendors. Thank you to all who came out to support the Birch River Legion with a table, and thank you to all who […]

RCMP Media Release | On November 3, 2023, at 6:20 pm, officers from Swan River RCMP responded to a report of a single-vehicle rollover on Provincial Road 483, located approximately eight kilometres west of Sapotaweyak Cree Nation. Officers arrived on scene and located a mini-van, with four occupants, which had entered the ditch and rolled. […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry | October is the month of the older person. Hobby Shed and SR Curling Club came to give us information along with Geoff VanMaceklbergh with Alzheimer’s of Manitoba in Benito and a version of chair exercises from a CD of Marnie Zamzow in Swan River. Geoff says that the diagnosis of […]

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 5, 2023 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 5, 2023 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 […]

Swan River, MB – Today, Swan Valley Co-op is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to purchase two home and building retail sites in Swan River and The Pas, MB. This purchase from the Minsh Group of Companies enables Swan Valley Co-op to re-enter the home and building business with high […]

Submitted by: Jena McKee Swan Valley Farmers’ Market Christmas Sale Fri. November 17, 2023 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Swan Valley Historical Museum Over 25 different vendors selling locally produced items. Lunch, dinner and desert will be catered by Julie’s Catering.

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky This year’s Spooktoberfest was a great success, with nearly 900 people in attendance over two days. Spooktoberfest was well received by many children, families and community members that came to enjoy the festivities. We were very pleased with the many donations we received from various community businesses. This event would not […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report October 25, 2023 Northwest Region A cool start to the spring, with a mid-April snow storm slowed the start of seeding in some districts. Warm, drying conditions allowed seeding to progress quickly. Seeding started with cereals and field peas, then continued to canola, soybeans and the remainder of the crops. Seeding […]

Submitted by: Emily Mault The Mom Mentorship Oct 28 and Every Saturday in November 3 pm – 5 pm CBF Church Highway 83 A Talking about labour and birth positions, hospital choices, childcare, budgeting etc. Please register: emilymault@gmail.com 204-731-1195

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat This month’s topics: • Month of the Older Person • Hobby Shed/SR Curling Club • Blood Pressure self testing available October 25, 2023 Benito Drop in Center 10:00am – 12:00pm silver collection for lunch October 26, 2023 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre 10:00am – 12:00pm no […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The SVRSS Tigers Volleyball Teams (SVSD) recently received a partial grant to put towards purchasing volleyball training equipment. This new training equipment will be shared with other volleyball teams in the Swan Valley School Division. The new volleyball machine and hitting stand will be used during team […]

Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on October 10, 2023, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Board Chair: Treaty and Land Acknowledgement Thanksgiving is meant to be a time of deep gratitude for who we are and where we are. We are, indeed, in a place […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 4, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Boychuk, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Councillor Bobick Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir D. […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report October 17, 2023 Northwest Region Some harvest progress was made over the week, however was slow due to cloudy conditions and heavy dews in the mornings narrowing the harvest window. Precipitation was minimal across the region with Swan River receiving the highest at 1.9mm. A mostly cooler week with a couple […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councillors Bobick, Boychuk, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Dir. […]

Submitted by: Dave Statkewich The Benito Fall Supper took place October 15, 2023 at the Benito Ukrainian Catholic Hall. It was a great opportunity to get together with family and friends while enjoying a delicious meal. The buffet offered guests a great selection of tasty dishes. Thank you to everyone who attended.

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley A Magical Evening Dinner ~ Dance ~ Magic Fri. November 17, 2023 Veterans Community Hall Special guest performance by Comedy Magician Matt Gore Full Cash Bar Catered by Johnny & Jenna Catering Co. Advance Tickets $100 After November 1st $125 For tickets contact any CFSV Director or call […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report October 10, 2023 Northwest Region A slow week of harvest progress across the region as rain set in. While some areas were able to work in between rains most areas were shut down. Temperatures for the week were mostly cool, with overnight temperatures dropping down below 0. Fall field work and […]

Submitted by: Association for Community Living 42nd Annual Calico Corners Craft Sale & Bazaar Veterans Community Hall Friday, November 3, 2023 9 AM – 7 PM Coffee and lunch will be available Lunch served from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Homemade borscht and perogies Chili & Bun Desserts – Muffins – Fresh Cinnamon Buns Tea […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, September 13th, 2023 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Wozny was present and […]

Submitted by: Chris Reimer Swan Valley Outdoors Association Annual Swan Valley Banquet and Auction Sat. October 21, 2023 Veterans Community Hall Tickets $75 Each Available at: Spruce Products Limited Star & Times Any Swan Valley Outdoors Association Team Member All proceeds raised will be used to support local environmental and outdoor related initiatives.

Submitted by: Michelle Brundage Birch River Craft Fair and Tea hosted by Birch River Legion Branch #48 Sat. October 28, 2023 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Birch River Legion Hall Tables include: Home Baking, Mary Kay, Homemade Cards, Uff da soaps and lotions, Honey, Wild Things Jams and Jellies, Epicure, Pebble Art, Jewelry & Macrame, […]

Submitted by: Laurie Evans The Amara’s Amigos CancerCare Garage Sale fundraiser held September 29 and October 6, 2023 was a success raising over $5,000 between the two events. Thanks to all the friends and family for their donations of items for the sales and coming to help out.

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry, Resource Coordinator Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. Service to Seniors On September 23, 2023, the Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. hosted an Age Friendly Presentation and Trade Show in Swan River. The day started with Keith Behrmann introducing the board and staff and thanking everyone […]

Submitted by: Tammela Bobick | The Swan Valley Snowmobile Club 2023 CanAm Side by Side Raffle November 30th, 2023 $20 a ticket Tickets available at: Merv’s and River Valley Power Sports in Swan River OR by etransfer to svsaticketsales@gmail.com OR through any club member

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report October 3, 2023 Northwest Region Generally a good week of harvest conditions allowed for progress. Precipitation mid-week brought varying amounts of rain across the region, heaviest in the south eastern portion of the region including Dauphin and Ste. Rose areas. Daytime temperatures have been in low to mid 20’s while nighttime […]

Amara’s Amigos CancerCare Fundraiser Garage Sale Fri. October 6, 2023 2pm – 7pm 237 Swan River Drive Swan River, MB All proceeds go to CancerCare Manitoba Cash donations also appreciated.

Submitted by: Andrew Gilkinson The Churches of the Swan Valley hosted their annual Community worship service on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Approximately 200 people attended the service to worship God together from various Christian traditions. Several churches participated including: St. James-Trinity Church, CBF Church, Temple Baptist Church, Cornerstone Baptist Church, Solid Rock Church, Seventh-Day Adventist […]

Submitted by: Lorri-Ann Munro Over 300 people joined the staff and board of the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre for the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Walk & Lunch. Thank you to everyone that attended and all those that assisted with the event.

Submitted Story | The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2023 granting period. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, October 20, 2023 at 5 p.m. “As the overall endowment with CFSV continues to grow, the amount we are able to grant […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe Beginner/Family Curling Wednesday’s 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Alleviate long winters with some sporting activity for the whole family. 4 – 6 weeks of curling instruction, then the remainder of the season will be open game play. Join as an individual or a family to have some fun and socialize while […]

Submitted by: Evelyn Yelinek | Disability Matters Vote held rallies at at 12:00 pm and 4:30 pm on September 19, 2023 to raise awareness about the issues that are most important to the quality of life and human rights of people with disabilities in Manitoba. People gathered to support family, students, and community friends who […]

Submitted by: Dave Statkewich Fall Supper October 15, 2023 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm Benito Ukrainian Catholic Hall Highway 83 Benito, MB Adults $20 6-12 $12 5 and under free Takeout is available, pre-order takeout by October 13, 2023. Contact 204-539-2220 or 204-539-2042

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Councillors Bobick, Boychuk, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with Permission: Deputy Mayor Moriaux Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Dir D. Harvey, and […]

RCMP Media Release | On September 30, 2023, at 5:00 pm, Swan River RCMP, along with the local fire department and EMS, responded to a report of a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 83, located approximately 19 kilometres south of Swan River. Officers attended the scene and discovered that an SUV, with five occupants, was travelling […]

Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on September 25, 2023, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Board Chair: Treaty and Land Acknowledgement We are gathered here this evening to meet as Swan Valley School Division (SVSD) School Board on land that is the Traditional Territory of […]

RCMP Media Release | On September 24, 2023, at approximately 11:50 pm, RCMP responded to an assault and break-in at a residence on 7 Avenue North, in Swan River. A male known to the resident, broke into his home, assaulted and threatened him, and stole a cellphone and bicycle. The victim, a 45-year-old male, sustained […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report September 26, 2023 Northwest Region Good harvest weather continued this week, with light rain pausing progress on Sunday. The regional high was at the Ashville weather station at 28°C. Overnight lows stayed slightly above 0°C, the Inglis station recorded the lowest temperature at 1.1°C. Spring wheat harvest had another good week […]

Amara’s Amigos CancerCare Fundraiser Garage Sale Fri. September 29, 2023 4pm – 8pm 237 Swan River Drive Swan River, MB All proceeds go to CancerCare Manitoba Cash donations also appreciated.

Submitted by: Andrew Gilkinson | Community Worship Service Sun. October 1, 2023 10:30 am Veterans Hall Swan River Rev. Byron Hardy will be speaking. Jr. Church available during the service for children up to grade 5. The service is coordinated by the Swan Valley Ministerial Association. Everyone Welcome.

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky | Swan Valley Communities that Care presents: Spooktoberfest Haunted House A Halloween Family Event Friday, October 13, 2023 Saturday, October 14, 2023 5pm – 9pm Swan Valley Historical Museum grounds – Highway #10 North Admission: $5 Scary $3 Non So Scary Wear a costume to be entered to win a prize. […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Once again, the Swan Valley Community Band had their Beginning Day the 3rd week in September 2023 which started their 30th year in operation (including the Covid19 Hiatus). Under the direction of the former Swan Valley School Division Music Director at many of its Schools, Julie Kooistra, who was also […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | The Swan Valley Co-op was a very busy location on Tuesday, Sept 19, 2023 for the Co-op Fuel Good Day! There were people filling up their gas tanks with fuel and many filled their stomachs with a Beef on a Bun lunch. Thank you to the workplaces that placed pre-orders, […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry Thank you to the participants who came out during this busy harvest season. With the days getting shorter, we want to be outdoors as much as possible. So thank you for taking the time from your day to participate in Coffee and A Chat. The sessions started with Rod Seib CMHA […]

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report September 19, 2023 Northwest Region Another good week of harvest progress, with a slight pause at the end of the week due to rain. Most of the region received frost early in the week, with varying temperatures. Alonsa weather station recorded the lowest overnight temperature at -2.9 °C. Some frost damage […]

Swan Valley School Division Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held in the Division Office Board Room on September 11, 2023, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Board Chair: Treaty and Land Acknowledgement We are gathered here this evening to meet as Swan Valley School Division (SVSD) School Board on land that is […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Swan River Community Centre Curling Club recently received a grant to complete the upgrade/modernization to the cash register system. With the facility used for a large variety of community events, volunteers and staff will be more at ease with the new equipment. CFSV is pleased to […]

ValleyBiz Story | Building on historic investments into health care, a re-elected PC government will invest $40 million into a permanent recruitment fund to expand Manitoba’s rural health-care workforce and meet priority needs for Manitobans announced Rick Wowchuk, PC Canadidate for Swan River on September 18, 2023. “Like you I care deeply about the quality […]