Submitted by: Sherry Martin Swan Valley Animal Protection League would like to invite everyone to attend our Pot Luck Supper & AGM. January 21, 2015 St. James Anglican Church Supper will start at 6 pm Everyone is welcome to attend the Annual General Meeting following the pot luck. You do not need to be a […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Former Swan Valley resident Kaylene Sauder received an early Christmas present as she was the 2nd place $1500 Grand Prize Winner of the Special Olympics Manitoba 2014 Calendar Raffle. Click picture for a larger version. When Kaylene found out she had won she was shocked but very happy. She is […]

ValleyBiz Story | The new season of The Liquidator is fast approaching and fans will see Jeff Schwarz travelling as far east as the tropical islands of Indonesia, and right here in the Swan Valley as he takes us all on a wild and thrilling adventure. Swan Valley’s own Jason Eisner makes his debut on […]

Submitted by: Kristina Kotyk Swan Valley Stampeders Booster Club Presents: Runnin’ Wild Ladies Night A fundraiser to support Swan Valley Stampeders! Date: January 16, 2015 Venue: Veteran’s Hall Time: 6:00 p.m. $300/table (up to 8 per table) With Dinner and Entertainment! Contact Jenna at (204) 281-4145 Or Krista at (204) 281-1202 To reserve your table!! […]

RCMP Media Release | On December 26, 2014, Swan River RCMP received a report of a missing 16-year-old female from Swan River, Manitoba. Russella Audrey Cachene was last seen at a residence in Swan River at about 9:30 pm on the same day. Cachene is described as Aboriginal in appearance, 5’1″ tall (168cm), 124 lbs […]

ValleyBiz Story | Reflecting on 2014 and looking forward to 2015, everyone at ValleyBiz would like to extend a huge thank you to all of our readers, contributors and advertisers. You have made ValleyBiz Your Community Online. As Swan Valley’s leading online publication, the main page of ValleyBiz was viewed 1.3 million times in 2014 […]

Submitted by: Kevin Kirkpatrick Liberal Party of Canada Meeting Mon. January 12, 2014 7:30 pm Super 8 Banquet Room ALL ARE WELCOME You are invited to an opportunity to express your concerns and views on National and Local issues with these distinguished guests in an open discussion. Hon. Carolyn Bennett, MD MP Liberal Critic for […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 17th day of December, 2014 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Bartel, Windsor & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: Harold & Sharon Holland re: Offer of Thanks to Council for Services 1. S. […]

ValleyBiz Story | The end of 2014 also marked the end of voting in the Sledtown Showdown Final. With all the votes in, the final numbers showed Swan Valley in the lead with 4998 votes, a 647 lead over Valemount, BC at 4325. Beginning with 64 destinations across the 4 western provinces, the contest had […]

Submitted by: Funds for Furry Friends Recently, an individual placed a free classified on ValleyBiz offering to take small dogs and puppies from Swan River area to Funds for Furry Friends or the Brandon Humane Society. Please be advised that animal rescues do NOT advertise for dogs and requests for assistance should be placed by […]

A Special Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday December 10, 2014 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Zebinski Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Absent – Mayor Meadows; Councilor Offenberger Deputy Mayor Scouten called the meeting to […]

Submitted by: Linda Cotton | The Durban Bonspiel was held on On December 21, 2014. The event was put on in the community and organized by Mike Rogalski. Neal Cotton won first in the first event. Click picture for a larger version. The event was a lot of fun and Mike deserves a lot of […]

Submitted by: Wade Kovachik Ukrainian New Year’s Dance Cowan Community Centre Sat. January 10, 2015 9:00 pm – 1:00 am Lunch will be serviced. Admission by advance tickets only. Tickets $15 Available at Kolisnyk’s General Store, Merv’s or you may call (204)569-4875.

Submitted by: Gordon Hornbeck | The Swan River Legion, Branch 39, put on a jam/dance in their club rooms Saturday night December 20, 2014. Click any picture for a larger version. More than a hundred people showed and many key individuals brought instruments and snacks for themselves for the evening. Volunteers laid on a light […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Rural Municipality of Swan River, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, December 9th, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick ALEX HALUSCHAK […]

Submitted by: Gail Rowe | Fun was had by all at the Birch River Community Club Turkey Bingo on December 19, 2014. Plum Pudding and eight delicious pies were auctioned off by Darin McKay. Click any picture for a larger version. Winner of the 50/50 was Matt Black. Thank you to all that donated, worked […]

Submitted by: Gordon Hornbeck | Swan River Royal Canadian Legion No. 39 New Years Day Levee January 1, 2015 11:00 am – 2:00 pm H’orderves and refreshments served. Come out and meet the Branch 29 new executive and officers, ready to guide the Branch through 2015.

Submitted by: Crystal Duchesne | Thanks to the generous donations of time, money, food and toys, the Swan Valley Christmas Cheer Board was able to provide 53 hampers to those who needed a little help this holiday season. Click any picture for a larger version. Volunteers helped with pick ups and sorting, Riverdale School and […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) wishes to thank members of the Swan Valley Community for their generous donations to the Swan Valley CTC Toys 4U Toy Drive. Click any picture for a larger version. There were donation boxes located at eight local businesses in order to collect community donations […]

RCMP Media Release | Swan River RCMP investigated a residential break & enter, that resulted in the theft of a number of items from a home, including several Christmas presents. The theft occurred sometime over the night of December 20/21, 2014 on the 200 block of 1st Avenue South, Swan River, MB. Subsequent investigation has […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Minister Ron Kostyshyn was officially sworn in this morning as minister of infrastructure and transportation and minister responsible for emergency measures following his appointment by Premier Greg Selinger. Mineral Resources Minister Dave Chomiak has agreed to assume the duties of house leader. Minister Kostyshyn will also remain minister of […]

Swan River RCMP Report | Checkstop 2014 will run from December 1, 2014 – January 1, 2015 and will focus on the detection of high-risk drivers, including those who are impaired, not buckled up, speeding or driving while distracted. Swan River RCMP stats covering the period of December 8 – 14, 2014 Number of Checkstops: […]

Submitted by: Gordon Hornbeck Swan River Royal Canadian Legion No. 39 is hosting a New Years Dance December 31, 2014 8:00 pm – 1:00 am Open to the public. The Legion Ladies will be serving a light lunch. We will also be celebrating Nick Bobick’s Birthday

ValleyBiz.ca Story | There was a lot of good old fashioned Christmas spirit at the Minitonas Down Town Christmas Party on December 19, 2014. The annual event is sponsored jointly by the Town of Minitonas and the RM of Minitonas. Click any picture for a larger version. Many people from the community stopped by to […]

Submitted by: Vaughn Behrmann Swan Valley vs Valemont BC Swan Valley made it to the final round for sled town 2015. Let all your friends know that we need their support. Click here to vote and put Swan Valley on the map for the top snowmobile destination in Canada. Get your friends and family to […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday December 9, 2014 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten, Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Schneider Absent: Councilor Offenberger Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson. Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 […]

Submitted by: Gordon Hornbeck | The Swan River Legion is hosting a Jam Session Sat. December 20, 2014 7 pm – Midnight All musicians welcome. This is an opportunity to spotlight your talents, enjoy our sound system and experience the atmosphere of our clubroom. Everyone welcome to attend. No cover charge.

Submitted by: Teri Martin | Red Dog Enterprises Ltd. in Swan River received $16,000 to commercialize compounds extracted from red osier dogwood trees in human health supplements and animal feed. Click picture for a larger version. Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Minister Ron Kostyshyn made the presentation to business owner Rob Scales on December […]

Statement by Shauna Klekta regarding December 12, 2014 editorial by Bill Gade on CJ104 Radio. | Bill Gade attacked my character and integrity with completely unfounded accusations during an editorial that aired numerous times on CJ104 / CJSB radio on December 12, 2014. By his own admission he has absolutely no proof to support the […]

Submitted by: Connie Gray On Saturday, December 13, 2014, Ron Kostyshyn, MLA for Swan River hosted a Christmas Constituency Open House at his Swan River office from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Click any picture for a larger version. Mr. Kostyshyn was pleased to have the opportunity to speak with many constituents during the event.

Swan Valley RISE Media Release | Swan Valley Regional Initiative for a Strong Economy (RISE) announced today the installation of several tourism signs designed to raise awareness of some of the many outdoor activities visitors can enjoy in the Swan Valley. Photo Courtesy of Sign Here Click for a larger version. Developing the Swan Valley […]

Submitted by: Jayne G. Leadbeater (Minish) | The Swan Valley Community Band performed their 20th Christmas Concert on Wednesday, 10 Dec. 2014 in the Cafeteria of the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School. Click any picture for a larger version. Above: Swan Valley Community Band, 1994–2014, anticipating the Musical presentation for its 20th Christmas Concert that […]

ValleyBiz Story | On December 13, 2014 Ron Kostyshyn, MLA for Swan River presented Yvonne Walker with a Member’s Statement in recognition of the contributions made by her late husband, Dick Walker, to the Swan Valley Community. The following Member’s Statement was read in session at the Manitoba Legislative Assembly and put in the archives […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Mckenzie presiding and Councilor’s, Delaurier, Jacobson and Friesen, Whyte, Sakal present. Councilor Moriaux absent. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the November 18th, 2014 regular meeting of Council be adopted […]

Submitted by: Karen Gade | The Benito United Church craft/trade soup/sandwich was once again the place to be on Sat. Dec. 6, 2014. 38 tables lined the Benito Rec. Centre Hall with vendors displaying everything from baking and sewing to home business merchandise. Click any picture for a larger version. Above: Sherry Popoff with her […]

Media Release | SWAN RIVER, MB, December 12, 2014 – Powell Motors Ltd., Swan River’s General Motors dealership, has been purchased by Key Auto Group based in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. The purchase provides the Swan River dealership with certainty regarding the dealership’s future, and the stability of an established dealership group. The Swan River dealership will […]

Submitted by: Gail Rowe | Birch River Community Club Family Turkey Bingo Fri. December 19, 2014 7:00 p.m. Birch River Legion Hall Bingo will be played on the old cards, so you need to bring bingo chips or pennies. Come, bring your friends, play bingo to win a turkey/oranges and support the Community Club. Also […]

Submitted by: Vaughn Behrmann Swan Valley is one of 4 finalists competing for the title of best snowmobile destination in western Canada for 2015. The Swan Valley beat out 16 other Manitoba destinations to become the Manitoba finalist. Click here to vote and put Swan Valley on the map for the top snowmobile destination in […]

Submitted by: Nicole Clouson The Dolyna Dancers performed to a packed house during their Old Fashioned Christmas Concert at the SVRSS cafeteria on Monday, December 8, 2014 . Click any picture for a larger version. Dancers were able to show off the dances they’ve learned this far to an appreciative crowd. Dancers and guests were […]

Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan | Four teams entered the Golden Gals District #2 playdowns Dec 5 & 6, 2014. Norma Johnson (Dauphin/Swan River), Gail Tycholiz (Dauphin), Jean Geisel (Dauphin/Swan River) and Joyce Trevellyan )Swan River). A double knockout format was used. A side winner (pictured above) was Norma Johnson, Bev Murray, Pearl Maksymetz and Lois […]

Swan River RCMP Report | Checkstop 2014 will run from December 1, 2014 – January 1, 2015 and will focus on the detection of high-risk drivers, including those who are impaired, not buckled up, speeding or driving while distracted. Swan River RCMP stats covering the period of December 1 – 7, 2014 Number of Checkstops: […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | The sound of friendly chatter and laughter filled the hall at St James a Anglican Church on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at the annual Christmas Tea. Click any picture for a larger version.

Submitted by: Susan Hrycyk Everyone had a great time at the Lenswood Community Hall on Sunday December 7,2014. Every one enjoyed pancakes, sausage and some great desserts. Click any picture for a larger version. The kids enjoyed playing with each other while they awaited Santa’s arrival and the adults enjoyed coffee and good conversation. The […]

Submitted by: Violet Plett | Everyone enjoyed the concert held at Birch River Christian Fellowship Church on December 8, 2014. Kene and Milly sang many Christmas songs and talked about Jesus being the true meaning behind the Christmas season. Click picture for a larger version. There was also a Christmas puppet show. Lots of laughs […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | December 6th the Benito Curling Rink and Shaker City Lounge was the host to the 2nd Annual Season Opener FunSpiel. Teams with curlers from all ages took to the ice to have a fun filled evening. Click any picture for a larger version. Scoring was non-traditional having players pick their […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Seven Manitoba food-processing companies will receive $369,500 to purchase new equipment to better meet consumer demands, improve efficiencies and create opportunities for economic growth across the province, Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today. “Canada’s innovative food processors deliver […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | This year’s Christmas Program was held at the Swan River Seventh-day Adventist Church on the evening of December 6, 2014. Click any picture for a larger version. Approximately 70 people watched and listened to a very inspiring program entitled “The Light Has Come”. The Program focused on the words of […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | Swan Valley CTC Toys 4 U! Donations to this toy drive can be made at: Red Apple, Work World, Chicken Chef, Pizza Place, Qwik Stop, Star City Cinema, SVCU Aquatic Centre, Westwood Inn, Stampeders Hockey Game – December 17, 2014 Swan Valley Communities that Care (CTC) Toys 4 U provides […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, November 18th, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Mckenzie presiding and Councilor’s, Delaurier, Moriaux, Jacobson and Friesen present. Councilor’s Whyte and Sakal were absent. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the November 4th, 2014 regular meeting of Council […]

Submitted by: Susan Hrycyk | Santa Brunch Lenswood Community Hall Sun. December 7, 2014 9:00am – 12:00pm Santa Arrives at 11:00am Adults $7 Kids 6-12 $3 Preschoolers free Door prizes and silent auction. For more info contact: Deloris 236-4286 Krissy 236-4286 Susan 238-4355