Submitted by: Nicole Bobick | The Cheetah’s July gymnastics camp held July 17- 29, 2017 was so much fun! There was a great turnout for the parent and tot class. Overall every class had skill development, fitness components, fun activities as well as being a great opportunity to try out our programs. One highlight for […]

Submitted Story | The Swan Valley Splash park recently received a donation from Investors Group in the amount of $500. The donation will go toward the building of a splash park in Swan River. Submitted Picture: Kelly Kirkpatrick and Bruce Kirkpatrick from Investors Group presenting the cheque to Splash Park Board Member, Jaimie Walker. “Swan […]

Submitted by: Violet Plett | The 4th Annual Barrows Gospel Jamboree was held July 14 – 16, 2017. This year we had record attendance. Friday evening and Saturday were nice and warm and sunny. Click any picture for a larger version. Sunday morning we had some rain and strong wind, so we had to move […]

Submitted by: Municipality of Swan Valley West The unofficial results of the By-Election for Reeve of the Municipality of Swan Valley West is as follows; William Galloway: 669 votes Stan Potten: 169 votes Confirmation of the official results will be issued tomorrow after a final review.

ValleyBiz Story | Swan Valley West ratepayers head to the polls today to elect a new Head of Council. Swan Valley West By-Election Details Wed. July 19th, 2017 Polling Stations Swan Valley West Council Chambers 216 Main Street West, Swan River, MB 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Benito Satellite Office 103 Main Street, Benito, MB […]

Municipality of Swan Valley West Media Release | The Municipality of Swan Valley West created a ‘Canada Day Grant’ in honor of our country’s 150th Birthday (Anniversary of Confederation) and budgeted a total of $900 for 6 Grants of $150 each. The Swan Valley West Canada 150 Grants have now all been awarded. Below is […]

Municipality of Swan Valley West Press Release | At a special meeting of the Municipality of Swan Valley West held on July 14, 2017, CAO Carolyn Gordon tendered her resignation effective October 13, 2017. The Municipality will now begin the process of hiring a new CAO.

Submitted by: Jenifer Ferland | Our Swan River 13U “A” Provincials was a success. We had great weather, some great talented teams joining us from all over the province, some wonderful dedicated volunteers which all helped pull this huge event together. Click any picture for a larger version. Our Swan Valley peewees held there own […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Splash park recently received a donation from Formo Motors Ltd. in the amount of $10,000. The donation will go toward the building of a splash park in Swan River. Submitted Picture: Elmer Formo, Tracy Coulthartd presenting the cheque to Splash Park Board Member, Jaimie Walker. “On behalf of the […]

Submitted by: Rick Wowchuk, MLA for the Constituency of Swan River Manitobans deserve predictable and reliable ambulance service, no matter where they live across our province. Our government is developing a much more integrated, responsive, reliable and sustainable emergency medical services (EMS) system in rural Manitoba. And our investment in this system is bringing benefits […]

ValleyBiz Story | ValleyBiz recently sat down with each of the candidates in the upcoming by-election for Reeve of the Municipality of Swan Valley West (SVW). Today, we take a closer look at the two candidates and their views on several current issues. Both candidates were born and raised in the Swan Valley and have […]

ValleyBiz Story | A thunderstorm that passed through Swan Valley on Thursday, July 6, 2017 produced strong winds that knocked over grain bins and broke off trees. Sadly the most disheartening outcome was the damage to the war memorial in Minitonas. Click any picture for a larger version. During the storm, several spruce trees fell […]

Submitted by: Heidi Langan | The Swan Valley Stampeders Junior ‘A’ Hockey Club (SVSHC) held their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. The AGM saw an increased number of people out to the AGM this year which was great to see. The Stampeder Board is not a full board with 12 directors who […]

Submitted by: Kristina Kotyk | To celebrate Canada 150th Birthday on Canada Day 2017 Swan River hosted a Picnic in the Park at the Legion Park. The afternoon was packed with fun for all ages. Click any picture for a larger version. Activities included two kid’s trains (one by the Bowsman Lions’ Club and one […]

Submitted by: Tanya Powell | National Aboriginal Day was celebrated at the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre on Wednesday, June 21, 2017. The Celebration featured many different activities and events throughout the day. Click any picture for a larger version. The day started with a Sunrise Ceremony at 6am followed by a free Pancake Breakfast. The […]

Submitted by: Shirley Yaschyshy | The Benito and District Recreation Centre was the site of the Benito Canada Day 150 celebration on July 1st, 2017. The Benito and District Fire Department made sure everyone got off to a good start at 8:00 am with their annual Pancake Breakfast. Click any picture for a larger version. […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley | The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) recently received a donation of $308 from Dax and Jack Mullin. Pictured above: (L-R) Dax Mullin, CFSV Executive Director Donna Martin and Jack Mullin. Click picture for a larger version. The donation was a way to give back to the […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Jun 27, 2017 Minitonas Early Years and Minitonas Middle Years Schools gathered together to find out how much money was raised from the Buick Drive For Your Students event held on June 10, 2017. Buick donated $20 for each test drive taken. Click any picture for a larger version. Samara Sagert […]

ValleyBiz.ca | Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2017. Swan Valley Regional Secondary School June 29, 2017 Click any picture for a larger version. Chase your dreams. Burst out at the seams. Live life to the fullest and give it nothing but your best. Be Like a Tree: Stay grounded. Connect with your roots. Turn […]

Submitted by: Barry Stephen | The Bowsman Curling Club held a fundraiser BBQ on June 20, 2017 at Giant Tiger. The Bowsman Curling club would like to thank Giant Tiger and everyone that came out to support us. Click any picture for a larger version. The weather man cooperated nicely. We had 92 hungry people […]

ValleyBiz Story | A dedication service was held June 19, 2017 to honour Constable William Wainwright who lost his life in the line of duty on October 5, 1935 in Pelly, SK. Wainwright was a 10 year veteran of the Village of Benito Police. A plaque in memory of Wainwright was unveiled at the Benito […]

Submitted by: Jackie Mayuk | The community has once again pulled together in an enormous show of support for a local family. A benefit barbecue was held Friday, June 23, 2017 at Formo Motors, with the proceeds going to long time employee Stephen Sloane, who is fighting cancer. Click any picture for a larger version. […]

Submitted by: Corey Hurren | Over 100 golfers came out to play in the rain at the Friends of the Swan River Valley’s 3rd Annual Golf Bonanza “FUN”draiser which was held at the Swan River Golf & Country Club on Saturday, June 24th, 2017. Click any picture for a larger verion. If you were brave […]

Submitted by: Bev Leach | St. James Anglican Church hosts the residents of the Personal Care Home and the Lodge at a coffee morning on the third Wednesday of each month during the warm weather. Click any picture for a larger version. The idea behind the Company’s Coming initiative is to provide a time for […]

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | A Father’s Day Brunch was held at the Cowan Community Centre on Sunday, June 18, 2017 from 9:30 – 11:30am. It started out as a bit of a dreary day with a few scattered showers, but this did not hinder the patrons that attended the brunch. Click any picture for […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | The Manitoba government has made new appointments to two boards within the Department of Families, Families Minister Scott Fielding announced today. “The Vulnerable Persons Hearing Panel and the Accessibility Advisory Council provide valuable support and representation to Manitobans,” said Fielding. “The Vulnerable Persons Living with a Mental Disability Act […]

Submitted by: Erin Hodgson | Thanks to a grant from the Manitoba Teachers’ Society, the Swan Valley Teachers’ Association was able to provide water bottles to all children enrolled in youth soccer this spring. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured here is SVTA President Erin Hodgson and various youth soccer players after receiving […]

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway | This year we were unsure if there would be a Summer Start Sale. We had rain most of the week and the skies along with the forecast were not showing any promise for Saturday June 17, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. As we all went to bed […]

Submitted by: June McKenzie | 55 ladies enjoyed a wonderful evening of golf and friendship at Tuesday Nite Golf sponsored by Formo Motors on June 13, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. Weather was great as teams played a scramble format before returning to the clubhouse for wine and cheese. Prizes were drawn […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | Another year of Manitoba High School Rodeo wrapped up June 9-11, 2017 in Swan River, with competitors from all over Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and North Dakota. all here hoping to win a coveted Finals buckle. Pictured above: Cowboy of the Year winner Everett Fairlie puts on the brakes in the steer […]

Submitted by: Bev Leach | June 15, 2017 has been designated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The Board of Service to Seniors recognized the day at the North-West Regional Library by hosting an event titled “It’s Just Not Right”. Click any picture for a larger version. The purpose of the event was to publicize local […]

Submitted by: Paula Shevernoha | On Wednesday, June 7, 2017 the SVRSS Science & Ag Departments held the second annual Science Olympics. Ten teams of four SVRSS students participated in 5 very challenging events. Click any picture for a larger version. Every event had a specific task, with limited supplies given and a pre-determined time […]

Submitted by: Jaci Zbirun We had a great time at Benito Legion hall as we snacked on biscuits, scones and muffins at the Benito Women’s Auxiliary Down Home Tea and Bake Sale on June 10, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. It was great to see everyone who came out to support us […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin The Swan Valley Lions hosted another successful pancake breakfast at the High School Rodeo on Saturday, June 10, 2017! Although the weather was damp, the pancakes were fluffy and sausages tasty! Click any picture for a larger version. The rodeo families appreciated the wonderful breakfast, there was also great support from […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | The Swan Valley Animal Protection League barbecue, held on June 8, 2017 at the Fire and Ice parking lot, was a resounding success; with a great turnout on a beautiful summer day. Click any picture for a larger version. People enjoyed a nice visit in the sunshine over a burger […]

Submitted On Behalf of: Minitonas Middle/Early Years Schools | The Minitonas Schools, in partnership with Buick, and Swan River Key Chev Olds hosted a Drive for Your Students event on June 10, 2017 to raise money for new playground equipment. Click any picture for a larger version. Buick donated $20 for each test drive taken. […]

Submitted by Shirley Todosichuk | Special Olympics Manitoba Parkland Region held its 3rd Annual Fundraising BBQ at Home Hardware Swan River on Wednesday, June 7th 2017 celebrating Special Olympics Manitoba Awareness Week. Click any picture for a larger version. With all of the overwhelming support of the Swan Valley community the volunteers worked hard to […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Valley’s finest jazz students from Swan Valley Regional Secondary School (SVRSS), Ecole Swan River South School (ESRSS), Minitonas Middle Years School (MMYS) and Benito showcased their talents to a captivated audience on June 7, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. The evening included performances by 5 individual bands along […]

Submitted by: Carla Dixon | The Association for Community Living – Swan River held their 56th Annual General Meeting at the Westwood Inn on Wednesday June 07, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. Approximately forty-five people enjoyed the luncheon which was catered by the Westwood Inn at 12 PM with the meeting beginning […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | On June 6, 2017, the Swan Valley Inter-Agency, SV Community Mobilization and Swan Valley Communities That Care hosted their Annual General Meetings at the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Center. Click any picture for a larger version. Jessica Lacasse presented a Power Point presentation highlighting the Community Mobilization activities. Lorri-Ann Munro and […]

Story Submitted by: Nicole Bobick Our first Wellness Day exceeded our expectations – it was a lot of fun! The goals were to share a day with Benito School, make new friends and experience a variety of wellness activities. Above picture by Nicole Bobick Other Pictures by ValleyBiz – Click for a larger version. Students […]

Submitted by: Eugenia Barker | Swan Valley Communities That Care has completed its second cycle of the Triple P parenting program. Nineteen parents/caregivers registered for the program, which ran from April 12 to May 31, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. This 8 week program, gives parents the skills they need to build […]

Press Release | The 2018 Canadian Mixed Championship Host Committee is proud to announce the signing of Swan Valley Consumers Co-op as the Volunteer Sponsor for the upcoming event. Click any picture for a larger version. “Swan Valley Co-op has a history of supporting local organizations and events, and enthusiastically supports the Host Committee in […]

Submitted by: Jessica Lacasse | The Swan Valley Primary Health Care Centre and Taylor school hosted a second annual Walk with the Docs in Swan River on June 1, 2017 for Rural Week. Click any picture for a larger version. The walk is hosted to give resident doctors visiting the Valley an opportunity to participate […]

Submitted by: Karen Gade | The Benito United Church Spring Supper was held at the Benito Rec. Centre on June 4, 2017. A total of 215 took advantage of having their meal prepared for them that evening. Click any picture for a larger version. Support was evident from throughout the Valley and our Saskatchewan neighbours […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | In the year 1930, 87 years ago the town of Durban, with a lot of community and valley supporters decided to build a community hall. Click any picture for a larger version. With volunteers back then and now the hall is still active with dances, suppers, and lot of special […]

Submitted by: Keith Immerkar | On Sunday June 4, 2017 78 participants took part in the Swan River Fun Run in 4 different distance events. There was a 1K run around Legion Park for the Pre school kids. Click any picture for a larger version. This was followed by the 5, 10 and 21k events […]

Submitted by: Charlene Rooks | Well, another Relay for Life is in the books! The weather on June 2, 2017 cooperated, track conditions were great and everyone seemed to have had lots of fun! Click any pictures for a larger version. The evening at the fairgrounds was jammed pack with some speeches, personal stories, and […]

Submitted by: Robin Warner | Taylor School would like to say a big “Thank You” to the community who supported another very successful Fun Fest on Friday, June 2, 2017. Click any picture for a larger version. The students had a great time and we are now that much closer to funding a new playground […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | The Swan Valley 4H Beef Show & Sale was held on May 27th at the Swan Valley Agriculture Grounds. This is the 1st show there since 1979, and it was an overwhelming success. We have members from 6 – 21 years old. Click any picture for a larger version. There […]