ValleyBiz Story | Special Thanksgiving greetings to all of our readers and thank you to everyone who helps make ValleyBiz a positive part of our community. We express our sincere appreciation for your confidence and loyalty. Thank You to our Contributors. Thank you for letting us share your stories and community events. Your stories are […]

Submitted by: Mark Matejka | Pictures by ValleyBiz The Swan Valley Band Directors once again joined forces to hold the SVSD’s annual Beginner Band Workshop on Sept. 29-30, 2017. This opportunity is annually offered at no cost to parents and students, thanks to the Swan Valley Band Booster Parents’ fundraising. There were about 39 beginning […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | On Oct 1st, 2017 Durban Community had their fall supper starting at 4:30 and ending at 6:30, a busy time serving over 300 hungry patrons. Everyone helped themselves to breaded chicken breast, meat balls, cabbage rolls, and of course perogies, and with all the other complements, plus angel food cake […]

Submitted by: Terri Fahrenschon | The Kinsmen Nursery School fundraising event held on September 30, 2017 was a great success! Several community members came out to enjoy the BBQ, home based business show and Ford Drive 4UR School event.

Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan | Royal Purple Elks Lodge #185 hosted about 30 guests to the grand opening of the Bocce Ball Courts on Thursday, September 28, 2017 in Legion Park. Special Olympics Coach Bev Lumax explained the goals & rules of Bocce play. Members of the Swan River “Fireballs” team did a demonstration. One […]

Submitted by: Lynda Leslie, Tent Town Garden Club (TTG Club) | With additional pictures by ValleyBiz Our goal was to have our Canada 150 Circle of Friends cement pad, sidewalk and sign installed before the snow and it is completed and beautiful! The existing material was removed, the cement forms were installed, and the next […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley | Last year the Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) Cultural Gala wowed guests with stunning decorations, fantastic food, superb service and spectacular entertainment. Above: 2016 Community Foundation Cultural Gala Planning for this year’s must attend event began last fall and it promises to be another night to […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | The Cowan population exploded on Sunday, September 24, 2017 as a crowd of people formed in and around the Cowan Community Centre in hopes of tasting some of the delicious items that the Cowan Ladies have been preparing. At approximately 5:00 pm, the Fall Supper buffet table was opened with […]

News Release | On September 29, 2017, Rick Wowchuk, MLA for Swan River announced funding for renovations to Swan River Friendship Centre Housing in the Town of Swan River. MLA Wowchuk was joined by board members from the Swan River Friendship Centre (SRFC) Housing Corporation to deliver the announcement. SRFC Housing is receiving $336,000.00 in […]

Submitted picture: (l to r) Dr. Baher Gendy, Dr. Serena Nelko, Dr. Stephanie Butterworth, Deb Schulz, NP ValleyBiz Story | Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) recently announced that three new physicians from the Northern/Remote Residency Program and a nurse practitioner have been recruited to practice at the Swan Valley Primary Care Centre (SVPCC). Dr. Stephanie Butterworth […]

Submitted by: Erin Brown | Swan River is pleased to be hosting the 2018 Canadian Mixed Curling Championship. The curling takes place November 12 – 18, 2017, and will have 14 teams from across Canada join us here in Swan River for a great event! And everyone knows, you can’t host a national mixed curling […]

Submitted by: Henry Barkowski | Approximately 35 people attended an Open House on September 2, 2017 at the Pioneer Lodge in Minitonas. The purpose of the event was to inform seniors living in Minitonas of services, supports and opportunities available to them. Pictured above: (left-right) Marlene Lasuik, Carroll Henderson, June Hart, Ida Theodore, Pat Foster, […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | On September 20, 2017 the Swan Valley Community Band had their 24th Beginning Day with new members joining the group. SVRSS Band Room is our venue for rehearsals, with performances either in the MPR or Cafeteria. Having just finished 23 years, the Band is anticipating another successful year of activity […]

Media Release | Rick Wowchuk, MLA for Swan River, today announced that the Manitoba government is investing in important infrastructure in the Swan River constituency. Through the Municipal Road Improvement Program, the Progressive Conservative government is providing $40,000.00 for municipal road improvements in the Rural Municipality of Mountain for road rebuild on #145W, #189N AND […]

Submitted Story | For the first time ever, the Tigers have claimed the MHSAA provincial golf title and will have a banner to hang in the SVRSS gymnasium. The Tigers Girls foursome travelled to the Gilbert Plains Country Club on Friday, September 22, 2017 after earning the zone crown the previous week. They would face […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | SVAPL enjoyed a very successful and sold out banquet on September 23, 2017. Everyone had a great time visiting before dinner and checking out the items on the auction tables. Click any picture for a larger version. Dinner was a delicious meal catered by Verneece Eggie and her crew. Nobody […]

ValleyBiz Story | A situation unfolded in Swan River this morning, with multiple RCMP Officers approaching FAS Gas with guns drawn. It appears one individual was taken into custody. More information will be provided as it becomes available. Submitted photos and video. Click for a larger version. Update: Swan River RCMP Make Arrest During Robbery […]

Submitted by: Gloria Kutynec | The Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary held a “Ladies Nite Out” on September 18, 2017. The room in the Westwood Inn looked inviting with candles and fall leaves and berries. Click any picture for a larger version. Gayle Dunnett, president of the Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary, welcomed everyone to […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Minitonas Hall recently received some significant upgrades and the new kitchen is definitely the star of the show. The kitchen was completely gutted and re-designed to create a beautiful and functional space. Click any picture for a larger version. The kitchen features new cupboards, shelving and movable island work spaces as […]

Submitted Story | The Swan Valley Splash park recently received a donation from Westwood Inn in the amount of $1,000. The donation will go toward the building of a splash park in Swan River. Submitted Picture: Splash Park Board Member, Jaimie Walker receiving the cheque from Brent Scales on behalf of Westwood Inn. “Just one […]

Submitted by: Jim Webster | The 37th annual Terry Fox run held in Swan River Manitoba on September 17, 2017 was a huge success. We had approximately 60 participants including volunteers as well that took part. ValleyBiz photos. Click any picture for a larger version. We raised almost $9700 from this year’s run. The top […]

ValleyBiz Story | A camper spotted this unusual flower in their campsite at Whitefish Lake this summer. It is called a Monotropa Uniflora and is alson known as known as Indian Pipe or Ghost Flower. Submitted photos. Click for a larger version. Indian Pipe has no chlorophyll and is a parasitic plant living on on […]

Submitted by: Wayne Markle | The Swan River Lions Club held a dog walk in aid of the Dog Guide Program of Canada on Saturday Sept 16, 2016 in the Legion Park. The day was cool but the enthusiasm of all participants was high. Click any picture for a larger version. There were 26 dogs […]

Submitted Story | The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) is now receiving applications for the 2017 Granting Period. The CFSV is a charitable organization founded by local citizens to help people invest in building a community that is a better place to live, work and play. Since its inception in 2005, the CFSV has […]

Submitted by: June McKenzie | The final event nite for Tuesday Gals Golf sponsored by Aspire Dental Clinic was held on Sept. 12, 2017 and was a huge success. The Canada 150 theme brought out some patriotic outfits. Click any picture for a larger version. 45 ladies had perfect summer weather to enjoy a fun […]

Submitted by: Patti Henkelman | It was a busy evening at the Swan Valley Credit Union Mass Registration held at the Swan River Curling Rink on September 7, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. The community had the opportunity to register for many programs such as the new martial arts academy, as well […]

Press Release | The Municipality of Swan Valley West is pleased to announce the Hiring of Betty Nemetchek for the Position of Interim-Acting Chief Administrative Officer. Betty will take office September 18th, 2017.

Submitted by: Carla Dixon | A Proclamation was issued by Scott Fielding, Minister of Families declaring the week of September 10–16, 2017 “Direct Support Professional Recognition Week” in Manitoba. Click any picture for a larger version. ACL Swan River once again presented heartfelt tokens of gratitude to 51 Direct Support Professionals employed by the organization. […]

Submitted by: Formo Motors | The Ford Drive 4UR Community Event for the Youth Soccer League held on September 2, 2017 was very successful!! Click any picture for a larger version. Thank you to the soccer club for partnering, the Lions Club for all the volunteer help, The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre for the venue, […]

Submitted by: Lynda Leslie | Amidst the busy harvest season of 2017, the Minitonas Tent Town Garden Club hosted their annual Fruit Festival on Saturday September 9, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. The hall was decorated in keeping with the theme of the year – Canada 150 – with red and white. […]

Submitted Story | The Swan Valley Splash park recently received a donation from Grazier Custom Manufacturing Ltd in the amount of $500. The donation will go toward the building of a splash park in Swan River. Submitted Picture: Dan Grazier, Splash Park Board Member Jaimie Walker, Cliff Grazier “We can’t do it without our fantastic […]

Submitted by: Bernice Bohnhardt | On Saturday, Sept 2, 2017 approximately 160 people (young & old) came out to celebrate the 90th birthday of Lydia Koop. Pictured above: Daughters; Nadine and Deloris, Lydia(90) Nettie(Lydia’s sister from AB – 92 yrs), Marilyn, Bernice. Click any picture for a larger version. Everyone who knows Lydia, is accustomed […]

Submitted by: Violet Plett | Our fundraiser held on September 4, 2017 for the Barrows Gospel Jamboree went well. The weather was mostly nice with only a light shower for a short while. Click any picture for a larger version. Thanks to all who were playing ball and watching who supported our food booth. A […]

ValleyBiz Story | With kids headed back to school tomorrow, it is yet another sign that summer is coming to a close. It’s a good time to reflect on what an awesome summer it has been and what a wonderful Valley we have to enjoy it in. Click any picture for a larger version. The […]

Submitted by: Rob Ter Horst | We had an awesome group of kids that joined us for our BEACH PARTY-Surfin’ thru the Scriptures VBS August 22 – 24, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. There were some great songs, puppet skits, themed snacks, adventurous bible stories, and fun games planned each day. A […]

Media Release | Rick Wowchuk, MLA for Swan River, today announced on August 31, 2017 that the Manitoba government is making an important investment in the Swan River constituency. Click picture for a larger version. As part of its ongoing commitment to Manitoba’s Sport, Culture and Heritage, the Government of Manitoba is providing $8,500.00 in […]

Submitted by: Wade Kovachik | On Saturday, August 26th, the 19th annual Cowan Trail Celebration occurred in Cowan under a bright blue sunny sky. Click any picture for a larger version. Photos by ValleyBiz and Submitted Enthusiastic riders were arriving Friday afternoon – picking their campsites, sitting down by the campfire, and enjoying each other’s […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Stock Car Club had so much fun this year they weren’t ready to stop for the season. One last race was scheduled for August 27, 2017 and there was plenty of excitement at the track. Click any picture for a larger version.

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Historical Museum held their annual Harvest Festival on August 27, 2017. The home made bread was a must and the lineup started before the fresh baked bread was even out of the clay ovens. Click any picture for a larger version. The clay oven in the bake house can […]

Submitted by: Allen Martin The Annual Flying Club pancake breakfast was enjoyed by many aviation enthusiasts. In addition to local representatives, planes came in from Winnipeg, St.Andrews, Shoal Lake, Dauphin, Kamsack and many other locations. Click any picture for a larger version. The most interest centered around the twin engine diesel powered Diamond Twin Star […]

Submitted by: Swan River NDP Constituency | The Swan River Constituency NDP held their summer BBQ in Big Woody Community Centre on Sunday, August 20, 2017. As constituents socialized throughout the afternoon, a delicious supper was being organized in the kitchen with a variety of potluck salads and desserts accompanying the BBQ pork. Guests at […]

Submitted by: Jaci Zbirun | The Benito Ladies Auxilary were pleased to accept a very generous donation of $500 from Ag Shield Manufacturing for the renovations of the Benito Legion Hall. Pictured above: Tom and Debbie McCrea of Ag Shield Manufacturing and Cora Coutts Past President of the Benito Ladies Auxilary. Click any picture for […]

Submitted by: June McKenzie | Tuesday Gals Golf on August 15, 2017 was huge success with 46 ladies enjoying great weather, crazy golf challenges, laughter, amazing food by Jody at the clubhouse, and super prizes. Adam’s Contracting (with Andrea Adams) was the event sponsor also providing the extra prizes for the event. Andrea and her […]

ValleyBiz Story | On August 16, 2017, Chief Nelson Genaille, of the Sapotaweyak Cree Nation (SCN) and Mayor Glen McKenzie of the Town of Swan River signed a Municipal Development and Services Agreement (MDSA) for the property at 703 Main Street. Click picture for a larger version. Under the MDSA, the Town of Swan River […]

ValleyBiz Story | The solar eclipse takes place today (August 21, 2017) and while the Swan Valley will only witness a partial eclipse, it is already visible and very unique to witness. Pictures of eclipse in Swan Valley. Click any picture for a larger version. 12:02 pm 12:16 pm 12:37 pm 12:44 pm 12:51 pm […]

Submitted by: Nicole Bobick | Gymnastics Camp, held August 14 – 16, 2017 was another success with lots of new faces. We had lots of fun, fitness and gymnastics fundamentals. We worked on new and perfecting skills as well as some rings training. It was great to spark the beginning our our season. Thanks to […]

Submitted Story | The Swan Valley Splash Park Bud and Spud Night held August 10, 2017 was a great success! Awesome weather, great food and cold beer with 54 supporters in attendance. Click any picture for a larger version. Kara Sagert was the winnder of the 50/50. Thank you to the volunteers who put this […]

Edgar Yacyshyn | The Durban Demo was held August 13, 2017. There were a lot less cars this year, but most of the action was the same. With more room in the ring, lot of banging and crushing going on. Click any picture for a larger version. Photos by ValleyBiz and Submitted With vehicles being […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | On July 29th, 2017, Manitoba’s Centennial Graduating Class of 1970 celebrated a Pension Party, OASP, in honour of their 65th Birthday. Click picture for a larger version. Jayne Minish Leadbeater organized a Potluck BBQ at her home with many classmates participating in the setup & take down the day before, […]

Submitted by: Denise Cazakoff | The 22nd Annual Birch River Trail Ride held August 12 – 13, 2017 was well attended by 100 participants including a couple who got engaged at lunch break on Saturday. Click any picture for a larger version. It was and awesome ride through the Duck Mountains south of Madge Lake. […]