RCMP Media Release | On February 14, 2015, Swan River RCMP responded to call about an injured male who was discovered in a local business. RCMP located the man who appeared to have a puncture wound on the right side of his chest. The victim was transported to a Winnipeg hospital where he is currently […]

Submitted by: Paul Deneer | One hundred and eighty five hungry individuals packed the Westwood banquet room on February 13, 2015 for the 3rd annual North Mountain Riders Pickerel supper fundraiser. Click any picture for a larger version. The Westwood did a fabulous job preparing 3 flavour choices of pickerel. The event included a live […]

Submitted by: Patti Hack | Benito School presents: Uncle Phil’s Diner Where the Food is Fresh -And So Is The Help! Fri. February 27, 2015 & Sat. February 28, 2015 Benito School Gymnasium Doors open at 5:45 p.m. An Evening of Food and Fun From the Fabulous 50’s **ADVANCED TICKETS ONLY ** $20.00 EACH Phone […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, February 10th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Present Reeve: Verne Scouten Councillors: Stan Potten, Glen Foster, Terry Neely, Brian Burick STAN POTTEN BRIAN BURICK RESOLVED that […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councilor’s, Jacobson, Delaurier, Friesen, Whyte, Sakal, Moriaux present. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the January 20th, 2015 regular meeting and the January 27th, 2015 special meeting […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | Mardi Gras Thunderhill Ski Area RESCHEDULED TO March 1, 2015 10:30 am Easter Egg Hunt   1:30 pm Races Start Rentals Available Snowboard Competitions Ski Competitions Prizes for Best Costume FUN FOR ALL AGES www.skithunderhill.ca 204-539-2626 for details

Submitted by: Beverley Leach St. James Anglican and Trinity Lutheran ladies joined forces to prepare quilts to be sent to Canadian Lutheran World Relief. Over eighty quilts will be sent to Liberia.

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | Nutrition 101 for Seniors Cooking for One or Two Tues. February 24, 2015 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. St. James Anglican Church 1201 1st St. South, Swan River Services to Seniors will host a presentation by Laurie Evans, Registered Dietitian Does your diet meet your nutrient needs? Do you know […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin Swan River Minor Hockey hosted Hockey Day on February 7. 205 for all kids registered in minor hockey to come and have fun! The skills competition included Obstacle race, Hardest shot, Skating race and 3 puck shoot out. Click any picture for a larger version. Even with the winter storm we […]

ValleyBiz Story | The new Club Sapp gaming centre is officially open to the public. Sapotaweyak Cree Nation Chief Nelson Genaille cut the ribbon at the grand opening of Club Sapp on February 5, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. The grand opening drew a large crowd as many people stopped by for […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 20th day of January, 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 Acting C.A.O. – C. Gordon Delegations: 8:00 p.m. […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 20th, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Jacobson presiding and Councilor’s, Delaurier, Friesen, Whyte, Sakal, Moriaux present. Mayor McKenzie absent. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the January 6th, 2015 regular meeting of Council be adopted […]

Submitted by: Alvin Karton Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby Sat. March 21, 2015 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Whitefish Lake Groomed Fishing Area $10,000 First Prize plus Great Additional Prizes Adults $40 before 5 pm March 20, 2015, $50 walk on Junior $30 before 5 pm March 20, 2015, $40 walk on (under 16) […]

Submitted by: Craig Zamzow | Swan River hosted the annual Swan River Legion Novice tournament on the weekend of Jan 30 – Feb 1, 2015 at the Centennial Arena. Pictured left are the A side champs -Thompson Ice Wolves & the Pas Huskies White team A side runner ups. Click any picture for a larger […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin Swan River Minor Hockey presents … Hockey Day in Swan River Sat. February 7, 2015 10am – 4pm All kids registered in Minor Hockey are invited to attend. Skills Competition & All Star Game Chicken Chef is our Sponsor To sign up by Thursday, Februry 5, 2015 Please contact Angela Mullin […]

Submitted by: Paula Shevernoha | The 1st Annual Credit Union Classic proved to be a great weekend for varsity girls basketball at the SVRSS. 8 teams competed in the tournament, with the Kamsack Spartans winning 1st Place. Click any picture for a larger version. All teams played three games throughout the weekend and competition was […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) hosted their Community Planning Training (CPT) at the Temple Baptist Church on January 27th & 28th, 2015. These two days of meetings were held from 2-8:00pm. Each day included a supper meal. Over 25 individuals participated in this event including community and SVCTC board members. […]

Submitted by: Gordon Hornbeck | Old Fashioned Pork Supper Sat. Feb. 21, 2015 Legion Club Room 5:00 pm Cocktail Hour 6:00 pm Supper $12 Entertainment and dance to follow.

Submitted by: Donna Burghart | BAM Jam Camp Benefit Concert Fri. Feb. 13, 2015 7:00 pm Bowsman Legion Hall Join us to celebrate some of the Valley’s Best Young Talent Silver Collection for info call Donna Burghart 204-238-4219

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Workshop Brings Partners Together to Develop Next Steps in Community Action Plan: Minister Wight Swan River is hosting a two-day workshop, ending January 29, 2015, for organizations and community residents who work with youth to plan programs that address issues such as drinking and drug use, violence, teen pregnancy, […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | The recipients of the 2014 Manitoba Excellence in Sustainability Awards were announced January 28, 2015 by Conservation and Water Stewardship Minister Gord Mackintosh. “We are constantly striving to reduce our impact on the environment and it’s great to see those efforts supported with projects like these,” said Minister Mackintosh. […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | SVAPL held their annual AGM and pot luck supper on January 21, 2015. There were many new faces in attendance for the pot luck which was gratifying to see! Click any picture for a larger version. After a great supper, everyone stayed and visited for awhile. Some of the new […]

Submitted by: Paula Shevernoha | SVRSS Varsity Girls Basketball team plays host in the 1st Annual Swan Valley Credit Union Classic Fri. January 30, 2015 and Sat. January 31, 2015 This is an 8 team bracket tournament, with teams from around rural Manitoba and Saskatchewan. All games take place at SVRSS. The Lady Tigers start […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Swan Valley Tiger Fire Floor Hockey Team hosted its 1st Special Olympics Regional Floor Hockey Tournament on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at SVRSS. Click any picture for a larger view. The Winnipeg Blue Devils and Brandon Wheat City Wings played on our home turf for the first time. The […]

Submitted by: Tammy Potkonjak | Bowsman Skating Arena Pancake Breakfast & Public Skate Sun. February 22, 2015 Breakfast 10 am – 1 pm Skate 1 pm – 4 pm $6.00 includes admission to skate For more info call Angie @ 204-238-4923 Tammy @ 204-238-4626

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Once again, Valley people attended another Soup & Bun held by the St. Andrew’s United Church in Swan River on January 23, 2015. Click any picture for a larger view. During “The Valley’s” annual “January Melt”, over 200 people could be found enjoying the food, the friendship and the socializing. […]

Submitted by: Jayne G. Leadbeater | St. Andrew’s United Church Loving Hearts Supper & Entertainment February 14, 2015 Veterans Hall 5pm Wine Bar 6pm Dinner Catered by: Julie Nahnybida Tickets $35.00 each Tickets available from: Linda Daviduik 204-734-9195 Eleanor Proppe 204-734-5645 Linn Barabash 204-734-4491 Ruby Sakal 204-734-4218 Melba Tibble 204-734-4296 Mary Jenner 204-734-3782 Atikinsons Sports […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, January 6th, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Jacobson presiding and Councilor’s, Delaurier, Friesen, Whyte, Sakal, Moriaux present. Mayor McKenzie absent. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the December 16th, 2014 regular meeting of Council be adopted […]

Submitted by: Craig Zamzow Swan River Novice Teams Host Legion Tournament Jan. 30 – Feb 1, 2015 Featuring 8 teams from: Thompson Flin Flon OCN The Pas Dauphin There are no admission fees so if you have an hour, stop by the arena and support our local youth (and potentially some future Stampeder prospects). The […]

RCMP Media Release | On January 22, 2015, at about 9:30 am, Swan River RCMP and local emergency services attended to a two-vehicle collision on Provincial Road 83, south of Benito, Manitoba. Investigation revealed a southbound pickup truck driven by a 23-year-old male from Swan River collided with a trailer being hauled by another southbound […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 6th day of January, 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 Acting Assistant CAO: K. Chartrand Additions to Agenda: […]

Submitted by: Community Futures Parkland Community Futures Parkland believes in the power of communities and the individuals who live in them. We recognize that Parkland region holds vibrant communities with new ideas and proactive thinkers. Our organization supports community development and one of the ways we strive to help create community prosperity is by investing […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | Communities the Care Community Planning Meeting January 27 & 28, 2015 Temple Baptist Church 913 1st Street South. Swan River MB 2:00 – 8:00 P.M. each day, Supper will be provided. What we will be doing: •Find out what factors in our community put our youth at risk for problem […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Come out and cheer on our Tiger Fire Floor Hockey Team! Special Olympics Parkland Floor Hockey Tournament Sat. January 24, 2015 Starting at 10:00 am SVRSS gym Make some noise as our local players take on the Winnipeg Blue Devils and Brandon Wheat City Wings. Concession will be open all […]

Submitted by: Krista Mosiondz The first annual “Runnin’ Wild Ladies Night” was held the evening of Friday, January 16, 2015 at the Veteran’s Community Hall. The event was a huge success with over 150 Ladies attending. Click any picture for a larger version. In addition to their meal, served by our very own Swan Valley […]

Submitted by: Donna Leming | At the Health Awareness monthly meeting on Wednesday evening Jan 14, 2015 Linda & Donna demonstrated Quinoa Pilaf & Quinoa Stir-fry. Shirley made a Mediterranean Vegetarian Meatloaf & a Fibre-Rich Detox Bean Salad. Pictured above: Linda McCullough, Shirley Jeffrey, & Donna Leming Click any picture for a larger version. Everyone […]

RCMP Media Release | On January 19, 2015, Russella Cachene was safely located. Russella Audrey Cachene was last seen at a residence in Swan River at about 9:30 pm on December 26, 2014 and was reported missing that same day. The RCMP would like to thank the Winnipeg Police Service, the media and the public […]

Submitted by: Kevin Kirkpatrick | Ray Piche, the local Liberal candidate for the Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa riding and Dr. Carolyn Bennett, the Liberal Member of Parliament for St. Paul’s who is the Liberal critic for Health and Indigenous Affairs, engaged in a open discussion with the members of the public who attending the Town Hall meeting […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Students, pedestrians and motorists will be safer following activation today of new traffic control signals on PTH 10 at Third Street N in Swan River, Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced on January 15, 2015. “Swan River is a growing community with increasing traffic flows that require more […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry | Notice to Members and Invited Guests of the Bellsite Community Centre and North Mountain Riders Snowmobile Club BELLSITE’S 36th Annual POKER DERBY Sun. February 22, 2015 A Scenic Mountain Route, Groomed Snow Pass Trail that can be seen at www.northmountainriders.com Start Point is Bellsite Manitoba (this event will happen with […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Present Reeve: Verne Scouten Councillors: Stan Potten, Glen Foster, Terry Neely, Brian Burick TERRY NEELY STAN POTTEN RESOLVED that […]

Inaugural Meeting of the members of Council of the Municipality of Minitonas-Bowsman held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 5th day of January, 2015 A.D. at 5:55 p.m. Present: Reeve; C. Eisner Councillors: G. Bartel, J. Caruk, C. Densen, L. Hutman, L. Mychalchuk & S. Walmsley Acting Assistant CAO: K. Chartrand Additions to Agenda: […]

Minutes of the Inaugural Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Monday, January 5, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. Present Reeve: Verne Scouten Councillors: Stan Potten, Terry Neely, Brian Burick, Glen Foster LUD Committee Members: Bill Zebinski, Grant […]

Submitted by: Paul Deneer North Mountain Riders Pickerel Supper Fri. February 13, 2015 Cocktails at 6:00 pm Supper at 7:30 pm Westwood Inn Tickets $30.00 Door Prizes – Chinese Auction Come and ride the trails and join us for supper Friday night.

Submitted by: Wade Kovachik The Ukrainian New Years Dance was held on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at the Cowan Community Centre. The Adrienne Gaudry Band put on a good show filling the Centre with music till approximately 1:30 am. Pictures by Roseanne Coma Click any picture for a larger version. The attendees may have been […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | St. Andrews United Church Soup & Bun Lunch Swan River Veterans Hall Fri. January 23, 2015 11:00 am – 1:30 pm $6.00 per person $4.00 12 and under 5 and under free

Swan River Fire Department Release | On Saturday January 10, 2015 at 11:32 Swan River Fire, Swan River RCMP and Prairie Mountain EMS were paged to a structure fire on 9th Avenue North. Upon arrival smoke was contained inside the building with no visible fire showing. It was determined that the fire was located in […]

Submitted by: Donna Leming Health Awareness Program Wed. January 14, 2015 6:30 pm Swan River Seventh-day Adventist Church Presentation on “High Carbs” verses “Low Carbs”, Pros & Cons of “Atkins Diet”, “Plant-based Diet”, “Wheat Belly” and “Grain Brain”. All former CHIP Grads and anyone interested in prevention/reversal, of diseases through lifestyle are invited to attend. […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 22nd day of December, 2014 A.D. at 6:00 pm. Present: Deputy Reeve, C. Eisner Councillors: D. Klekta & E. Rinsdorf CAO: C. Gordon Absent with Notice: Reeve, M. McIntosh Councillor, W. Pacamaniuk Delegations: Daryl […]

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report December 2014 In this month of December, 2014 Police investigated 234 incidents. Criminal Code investigations were at lower than normal levels for this month as were Property offenses. Persons crimes investigations were at a normal level for this month. Persons crimes had five common assaults, one assault causing bodily harm […]