Submitted by: Alyssa Pitura | The 2017 Bowsman Women’s Curling Bonspiel took place from February 23-26, 2017. Twenty teams participated in the bonspiel that was themed “Celebrating 150 years of all things Canadian!” Click any picture for a larger version. Highlights of the event included a Saturday evening dinner and Canadian Idol entertainment. Fun was […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | This weekend Benito School students and Staff hosted a Dinner Theatre on February 24 & 25, 2017. Country-Ella is an interactive play set in a hillbilly county. Click any picture for a larger version. Based on the story Cinderella, narrated from the country point of view. Over 100 people were […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | Forty-nine participants attended the “It’s Not Right!” presentation at the Elks Hall on February 24, 2017. The event was sponsored by Services to Seniors. Above: Presenter Theresa Roberts and Kay Markle, Community Resources Coordinator, enjoyed a quick visit before the presentation. Presenter Theresa Roberts of Prevent Elder Abuse MB (PEAM) […]

Submitted by: Marni Zamzow | Swan River Junior Curling Bonspiel was held Sunday, February 26, 2017. 14 teams participated with 3 teams from the Bowsman Junior Curling Club. Players were from grades 2-9 participating. Click any picture for a larger version. A great day of fun curling and showing off their skills to the big […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The Benito Volunteer Fireman’s Association hosted their annual Fireman’s Supper on February 26, 2017. This year featured prime rib prepared and served by Benito Premium Meats. Click any picture for a larger version. Over 230 hungry supporters attended and we’re treated to a fantastic meal. Along with the feature protein […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | On February 22, 2017 the JV Girls basketball team travelled to Dauphin for the third and final game of the Zone Championship having split the two previous games. Pictured above: Sabrina Kopecky takes a shot from the perimeter. Click any picture for a larger version. The Tigers had hosted the […]

Submitted by: Bert Sutherland | The North Mountain Riders fund raising was a success was, with approximately 150 people in attendance for the awesome Pickerel supper the Westwood Inn prepared for the club on Feb 17, 2017. Fantastic job Westwood Inn!! Click any picture for a larger version. Thank you to all our supporters & […]

Submited by: Chris Zamzow | On February 18, 2017 the Swan Valley Novice Mustangs travelled to Roblin to compete in Roblin’s eight team tournament. Click picture for a larger version: Back Row L-R: Matt Zamzow, Peyton Lehmann, Griffin Klatt, Porter Atkinson, Walker Atkinson, Damian Leask Front Row L-R: Bryden Danielson, Parker Hulme, Kennedy Baskier, Austin […]

RM of Mountain Media Release: February 22, 2017| Effective January 1st, 2017, Reeve Kovachik reassigned his committee duties to fellow council members to focus more time and attention on his family, farm, and health. At the recent G5 meeting in Cowan, the Reeve also announced he will not be seeking re-election as Parkland Director to […]

Submitted by: Shirley Yaschyshyn | The Benito and District Recreation Centre was busy from February 14 through 19, 2017 where 27 curling teams took part in the 10th Annual Open Bonspiel Pictured above: Kim Pierce from Benito Premium Meats presents the First event trophy to skip Mark Maga, third Glen Maga, second Robert Vessey and […]

ValleyBiz Story | For many kids hockey is more than just a passtime – it is a passion pursued with dedication and hard work. For one Swan Valley youth, that commitment has paid off with an spot to represent Manitoba nationally. Photo Source: Pembina Valley Hawks Kaila Powell has been selected to participate on Team […]

Submitted by: Joyce Trevellyan | The Royal Purple Elks hosted a Valentine luncheon at the Elks Hall on February 14, 2017. About 100 people enjoyed delicious home made Turkey noodle and Borsht soup with egg, ham and turkey salad buns. Click any picture for a larger version. There was a large assortment of cakes and […]

Submitted by: St. Andrew’s United Church The 6th Annual Loving Hearts supper and entertainment was held on February 11, 2017 with approximately 190 guests enjoying the great food and entertainment. Click any picture for a larger version. Our decorators did a splendid job of decorating the hall with valentine hearts, and the pretty red decorations […]

Submitted by: David Ogram | On Monday, February 13, 2017 two Information Meetings were held in connection with up-coming Health Improvement Program. A total of 15 people attended the Information Meetings. Click any picture for a larger version. The Health Improvement Program sessions will be held every Monday evening at 7:00 pm, starting February 20, […]

Submitted by: Treena Rooks | On Saturday February 11, 2017 the Swan Valley Broncos took part in the Kamsack Novice Flyers 2017 Invitational Tournament. The Broncos kicked things off bright and early at 9am against the home team Kamsack. Pictured above – left to right: Will Moncrief, Jordan Rooks, Michael Gosselin, Carter Moncrief, Easten Eggie, […]

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway: Pine River Community Centre was the place to be for a delicious Valentine’s dinner on February 11, 2017. Close to ninety hungry guests were in attendance. Click any picture for a larger version. Each guest received a Valentine treat bag followed by a scrumptious meal of spaghetti and meatballs smothered in […]

Submitted By: Councillor David Minish Media Spokesperson for the Municipality of Swan Valley West Councillor Stan Potten publicly announced to his fellow members of council that he was resigning his position on council due to his declining health. Potten then presented his written resignation to CAO, Carolyn Gordon. The remaining six members of Council for […]

Submitted by: Chris Zamzow | The Mustangs travelled to Wawanesa February 11 to compete in a six team novice tournament. A previous commitment left them slightly shorthanded, missing hard charging forward Peyton Lehmann and Coach Tyler Mullin. Back Row: Head Coach Kolby Danielson, Griffin Klatt, Bryden Danielson, Porter Atkinson, Matt Zamzow, Austin Eisner, Coach Chris […]

Submitted by: Kim Lowes | We had an amazing day at our 1st annual Swan River Sled for Eternity! We had 78 registered riders of which 41 were fundraisers! We surpassed our goal of $50,000 and reached over $68,000! Pictured Above: Kim Lowes (left) and Steve Paulson – Teen Challenge Executive Director (right) along with […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Swan Valley Tiger Fire hosted the Swan Valley Stampeders to a Floor hockey game on Sunday, Feb 5, 2017. All of the athletes had a great time playing the game! Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Front row l to r – Andrew Brass, Jarret Gingras, […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | JV Girls Basketball team travelled to Dauphin on February 3 & 4, 2017 to play in the Dauphin Invitational. The Tigers played Minnedosa Collegiate on Friday afternoon and won convincingly with a score of 56-18. Pictured above: Brynlee Spencer steals the ball from a Minnedosa player. Click any picture for […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre (ECFC) has taken on a project that focuses on the issue of homelessness in the Swan Valley. The project defines homelessness as anyone who does not have access to safe, affordable, appropriate, permanent housing to which they can return whenever they choose. The initial stage of the […]

Submitted by: Kevin Carter | The Swan Valley Tigers Varsity Boys participated in the Linden Christian Hoops for Hope tournament in Winnipeg February 3-5, 2017 and came away with a third place finish in the tournament. File Photo | Courtesy of Rob McDonald The third place game was played against Steinbach Christian High School. We […]

Submitted by: Craig Zamzow On Feb 3-5, 2017 the Atom A Stampeders travelled to The Pas for the 39th annual Grub Box Cup. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Back Row: Samantha Jo Moshenko, Crystal Zamzow, Maddix Eisner, Kai Gorchynski, Eli Betcher, Tavyn Boychuk, Christian Hart Middle Row: Comrie Quill, Grace Kirk, […]

Submitted by: Shayne Yaschyshyn | The SVRSS gymnasium was the site of some fantastic basketball games this past weekend as the SVRSS Varsity Girls hosted 7 teams from across Manitoba & Saskatchewan for the Swan Valley Credit Union Varsity Classic. Click any picture for a larger version. The following teams motored to Swan River to […]

Submitted by: Bowsman Lions Club On Wednesday, Feb. 1st, 2017 members from the Bowsman Lions Club and Swan Valley Health Foundation officially presented the new Central Cardiac Monitoring System to the Swan Valley Health Centre. Click picture for a larger version. This new equipment was purchased for $120,000 and will be able to remotely monitor […]

Submitted by: Shayne Yaschyshyn | On Friday January 27, 2017 the SVRSS Varsity Girl Tigers motored to Brandon to participate in the Neelin Invitational basketball tournament. File Photo | Courtesy of Rob McDonald On Friday they came up against a very fast and structured opponent from Weyburn Saskatchewan which is a “AAAAA” school. The Tigers […]

Submitted by: Constituency Office of MLA Rick Wowchuk MLA Rick Wowchuk presented the final payment of $12,729.30 from Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Fund to Swan Lake Watershed Conservation District. Pictured above (click picture for a larger version): Receiving the cheque is Stephanie Reid, the Swan Lake Watershed Manager and Walter Kolisnyk, Chair of Swan Lake […]

Submitted by: Kevin Carter | On Friday and Saturday, January 27th and 28th, 2017 the Swan Valley Tigers Varsity Boys team participated in the Neelin Invitational basketball tournament hosted by Neelin High School in Brandon. File Photo | Courtesy of Rob McDonald The format of the tournament was a modified round robin with the SVRSS […]

Submitted by: Blaine Campbell | The Swan River Centennial Arena was the place to be over the weekend of January 27-29, 2017 when the host novice teams hosted 8 other teams in the annual Swan River Legion Branch #39 Novice Tournament. Pictured above (Click picture for a larger version): Front Row: Dade Werbicki Middle Row […]

Submitted by: Swan River Constituency Office of MLA Rick Wowchuk Swan Valley RISE along with 28 other Community Organizations from across Manitoba were awarded funding to boost rural, northern Tourism. Pictured above (click picture for a larger version): MLA Rick Wowchuk presents a cheque for $17,250 to Swan Valley RISE Economic Development Officer Heather Nielsen […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | Swan Valley JV Girls played in the Gilbert Plains Tournament on January 28 and 29, 2017. First game of the day was against Major Pratt School from Russell. Click any picture for a larger version. Above: Brenna Schure took the ball to the hoop against Major Pratt School. The Tigers […]

Submitted by: Prairie Mountain Health | Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) is rolling out its program to distribute free Take Home Naloxone kits within the region. Public Health and Community Health Nurses involved in harm reduction supply distribution will be the initial providers to have naloxone kits available to distribute, without a prescription, for people at […]

ValleyBiz Story | Questions have been raised regarding the status of the Municipality of Swan Valley West’s Reeve after a January 26, 2017 facebook post by CJ104 Radio stated “Credible sources indicate that earlier today, Reeve Verne Scouten tendered his resignation.” The media spokesperson from the Municipality of Swan Valley West confirmed in a statement […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | The JV Girls Basketball Team travelled to Souris in January 20 and 21, 2017 to take part in the Sabres Invitational Basketball Tournament. Pictured above (click for a larger version): Back row: coach. Lise Fraser, Josie Black, Lauren Klatt, Caitlyn Stewart, Adria Bateman, Ireland Staples, Seanna Stinson Front row: Erica […]

Submitted by: Louise Watkins | Team Oryniak assembled a team of talented young men to curl as a competitive Junior curling team for the 2016-2017 season. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: Team Photo at Canola Junior Berth Spiel, Swan River, MB Left to right: Coach Darren Oryniak, Myles Hunker(Lead), Carter Watkins(Second), […]

Submitted by: Shayne Yaschyshyn | The 2017 Pizza Place Invitational Boys & Girls Varsity Basketball Tournament was held in Swan River this past weekend on January 20 and 21, 2017 at the SVRSS. Photos by Rob McDonald Click for a larger version. The tournament is set up as a 4 team round robin with boys […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Swan Valley Tiger Fire Floor Hockey Team invited the Winnipeg Blue Devils, Brandon City Wheat Wings and newly formed Riding Mountain Rebels (of Dauphin/Winnipegosis) to their 3rd Annual Regional Floor Hockey Tournament. Pictured above: Opening Ceremonies on Saturday morning started off with Constable Scott Sherman and Constable Brett Crowley […]

Submitted by: Lance Jacobson | On Sunday January 15, 2017 Swan River PC Constituency Association hosted a Sandwich Luncheon at the Westwood Inn with special guests Premier Pallister and Swan River MLA Rick Wowchuk. Click any picture for a larger version. An excellent crowd who included visitors from across the constituency came out to meet […]

ValleyBiz Story | When Lee Cryderman passed away suddenly on January 7, 2017, it did not take long for the community to come together to support the family. “Lee always said, ‘If anything ever happens to me, don’t worry people will help.’” said his wife Rita. Click any picture for a larger version. And help […]

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka | The Grand Opening of the Thrift Shop in Birch River was a great success! Despite the frigid weather, lots of new and returning customers came out to enjoy the coffee and yummy snacks as well as finding plenty of treasures to take home. Thank you to all the volunteers who […]

Submitted by: Community Futures Parkland | Our annual grant & award application and nomination forms are now available on our website. All applications and nominations are due on March 31, 2017. The Volunteer Awards are a great opportunity to shine a light on local youth and adults who donate their time and energies for the […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | On Sunday, January 8, 2017 the Swan River RCMP and the Tiger Fire Floor Hockey team competed in a friendly floor hockey game. Click any picture fora larger image. It was a fast paced, intense game with great action, lots of fun and true sportsmanship-although we did have a few […]

Submitted by: Lori Zagrobelny | In case you didn’t make it to the Tupperware Potluck Appreciation Event on Fri Jan 6th, 2017 at the War Veterans Hall here are some pics and a little about what you missed out on. Twenty-two Guests/Consultants started off the night with a potluck supper which by the way was […]

Submitted by: Blaine Campbell | Over the weekend of January 6-8, 2017, the Swan River Novice Colts travelled to The Pas to compete in the A&W Funky Threadz Novice Tournament. Click picture for a larger version. After a record of 2 wins and 1 loss in the round robin, the Colts were placed in the […]

Submitted by: Violet Plett | The Gospel concert at Indian Birch (Wuskwi Sipihk) Hall on January 5, 2017 was well attended and enjoyed by all. People came from various towns in the valley. Click any picture for a larger version. We had a great evening of listening to good gospel music and praising God together. […]

Manitoba Government Media Release | Announced by Education and Training Minister Ian Wishart: The provincial government is providing support to help unemployed or underemployed individuals in northern Manitoba work toward certification as heavy-duty technicians, agricultural equipment technicians, and truck and transport mechanics. “Our government is helping Manitobans get the training and experience needed to access […]

Submitted by: Phyl Firesen | Approximately 35 people attended a memorial candle lighting service on December 23, 2016 to light up the Birchwood Cemetery in memory of their loved ones. As the candles were lit, names were read of the loved ones for whom each of the 75 individuals candles were purchased.

Submitted by: Bev Polon | Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) wishes to thank members of the Swan Valley Community fortheir generous donations to the Swan Valley CTC Toys 4U Toy Drive. There were donation boxes located at nine local businesses in order to collect community donations of toys and money. As well, the Swan […]

ValleyBiz Story | Swan Valley Band Booster (SVBB) is winding up its Friday night bingos at the end of the year (2016). “Band bingo has existed for over 40 years.” said SVBB Bingo Chairperson, Susan Ross.” “We would definitely like to thank all the players and volunteers who have supported us over the years.” Ross […]