Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Minitonas & District Arena Inc. received a second grant for their Accessibility Project. Automatic door openers were installed, steps/ramps added to the bleachers, and grade changes/exits painted yellow for easy identification. The Community Foundation of Swan Valley is happy to continue to support this community project […]

SVSD Announcement | After extensive consultation, our search for a new Superintendent/CEO has led the Swan Valley School Board of Trustees to Rob Tomlinson. We are pleased to announce that Rob will be assuming his new role July 1, 2024. We are excited to have him on board and look forward to his leadership as […]

The Benito Vesselli Dance Club With a sold out crowd, the club was overwhelmed with the support from the community and surrounding area. Guests were entertained with live music played by Bill Macooh as they entered the hall for cocktails. All 28 Vesselli Dancers gathered to welcome everyone to Malanka 2024 and say Grace. A […]

Submitted by: The Community Foundation of Swan Valley The Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) held their AGM and Fall Granting Night on December 6, 2023. The 2023 fall grants were awarded to local community projects followed by presentation of Donor Advised Fund and Designated Fund annual payouts. Kyla Tibbett of PKHC Chartered Accountants was […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Town of Swan River Recreation Department received a grant to create a family friendly outdoor skating rink. This outdoor rink was built with the purpose of giving families a safe place to skate with their children. The CFSV is happy to support this community project that […]

Submitted photo A candle lighting ceremony was held at the Birchwood Cemetery December 22, 2023. The warm glow of the candles, lit in remembrance of loved ones, carried their memory throughout the Christmas season.

We wish you a holiday season filled with peace, joy and love. May the magic of Christmas fill your heart and carry you throughout the New Year! From all of us at ValleyBiz

Submitted by: Donna Leming | An inspirational Christmas program was held on Dec 16th at the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The program featured various talents from members of the Swan Valley. Pastor Bob Lewis shared his testimony titled “By the Grace of God. The evening ended with a delicious meal. A big thank you to all […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk Minitonas Metis Local Christmas coffee house on December 15, 2023 was a huge success!! There were 97 people in attendance listening to and performing great music. Our MC’s for the evening were Tayler LeClaire and Sydney Fleming. Door prizes were won by Mae Bercier, Desiree Desrosier, Sydney Fleming and Kyra Sikora. […]

Submitted by: Barry Fawcett On December 2, 2023 the Hobby Shed at the Swan Valley Museum group hosted an Introduction to Leatherwork. Those in attendance showed interest in the information shared about crafting with leather. Barry Fawcett talked about some of his projects and provided the material and tools for those who wished to try […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater, PR/Secretary/Communications Under the Direction of Julie Kooistra, the Swan Valley Community Band presented their Christmas Concert on Wednesday December 7, 2023 that was held in the SVRSS Cafeteria. The “Halls were Decked with Music” for almost an hour. Over the last 29 years, which also include those dreaded Covid19 ones, our […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry Coffee and a Chat had a full set of sessions November 28th in Birch River, November 29th in Benito, November 30th in Swan River. The fall prevention topic was delivered by Debbie Schulz, NP. Statistics show 1 in 4 people fall. No one plans to have a fall, but we can […]

Pictured above (L to R): Swan Valley Snowmobile Club President, Ted Corbett; Draw Winner, Callan Senyk, Flin Flon; Swan Valley Snowmobile Club Vice President, Sheldon Strilaeff Submitted by: Tammela Bobick The Swan Valley Snowmobile Club (SVSC) draw day on November 30th, 2023 was full of excitement, with non stop online raffle sales starting at 6am […]

Submitted by: Jena McKee The Swan Valley Farmers Market held their Christmas Market at the Swan Valley Historical Museum on Friday November 17th, 2023. Shoppers browsed the wares of 25 different vendors selling locally produced items.

Submitted by: Phyl Friesen The Swan Valley Carol Festival took place on December 3, 2023, featuring a variety of musicians and many different musical selections.

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley “A Magical Evening,” hosted by the Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) left guests spellbound in a night of celebration and community support. The event, held at the Veterans Community Hall, was a testament to the power of community spirit and a night that will be fondly remembered. […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | The Valley Stage Players presented their annual dinner and dessert theatres this past weekend, November 24-26 with their production of “Farce of Nature” by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten. The play was set at a struggling fishing lodge in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas which was surprised with […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Swan River Senior Citizens Centre recently received a grant to replace the sidewalk. The CFSV is happy to support the safety and well-being of our community members using the centre. The Swan River Senior Citizens Centre is an important part of our community providing a clean, […]

Submitted by Pictured above: Legion President Neil Griffith making the presentation to Neva Zamzow Submitted by: Glenda Foster The Royal Canadian Legion Swan River Branch presented a cheque for $1,000 Bursary from the branch Poppy Fund to Neva Zamzow.

Pictured above: Legion President Neil Griffith making the presentation to Town of Swan River Mayor, Lance Jacobson Submitted by Glenda Foster The Royal Canadian Legion Swan River Branch presented a cheque for $5,000.00 from the branch Poppy Fund in support of the CT Scanner Project for the Swan Valley Health Facility.

Submitted by: Glenda Foster At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month, we remember the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace. In Swan River, many community members gathered to attend the Remembrance Day service held at the Veterans […]

Submitted by ACL – Swan River The Association for Community Living – Swan River has just hosted the 42nd annual Calico Corners sale on November 3rd, 2023. Crafters from round the area came together to display and sell their wares. It was wonderful to see the crowds of people come out to enjoy their shopping […]

Submitted by: Michelle Baudin The Birch River Legion had their craft sale and harvest lunch on October 27, 2023. It was very well attended, with many shoppers and an excellent selection of vendors. Thank you to all who came out to support the Birch River Legion with a table, and thank you to all who […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry | October is the month of the older person. Hobby Shed and SR Curling Club came to give us information along with Geoff VanMaceklbergh with Alzheimer’s of Manitoba in Benito and a version of chair exercises from a CD of Marnie Zamzow in Swan River. Geoff says that the diagnosis of […]

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 5, 2023 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 5, 2023 Set your clock to: 1:00 am Each year, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in […]

Swan River, MB – Today, Swan Valley Co-op is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to purchase two home and building retail sites in Swan River and The Pas, MB. This purchase from the Minsh Group of Companies enables Swan Valley Co-op to re-enter the home and building business with high […]

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky This year’s Spooktoberfest was a great success, with nearly 900 people in attendance over two days. Spooktoberfest was well received by many children, families and community members that came to enjoy the festivities. We were very pleased with the many donations we received from various community businesses. This event would not […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The SVRSS Tigers Volleyball Teams (SVSD) recently received a partial grant to put towards purchasing volleyball training equipment. This new training equipment will be shared with other volleyball teams in the Swan Valley School Division. The new volleyball machine and hitting stand will be used during team […]

Submitted by: Dave Statkewich The Benito Fall Supper took place October 15, 2023 at the Benito Ukrainian Catholic Hall. It was a great opportunity to get together with family and friends while enjoying a delicious meal. The buffet offered guests a great selection of tasty dishes. Thank you to everyone who attended.

Submitted by: Laurie Evans The Amara’s Amigos CancerCare Garage Sale fundraiser held September 29 and October 6, 2023 was a success raising over $5,000 between the two events. Thanks to all the friends and family for their donations of items for the sales and coming to help out.

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry, Resource Coordinator Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. Service to Seniors On September 23, 2023, the Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. hosted an Age Friendly Presentation and Trade Show in Swan River. The day started with Keith Behrmann introducing the board and staff and thanking everyone […]

Submitted by: Andrew Gilkinson The Churches of the Swan Valley hosted their annual Community worship service on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Approximately 200 people attended the service to worship God together from various Christian traditions. Several churches participated including: St. James-Trinity Church, CBF Church, Temple Baptist Church, Cornerstone Baptist Church, Solid Rock Church, Seventh-Day Adventist […]

Submitted by: Lorri-Ann Munro Over 300 people joined the staff and board of the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre for the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Walk & Lunch. Thank you to everyone that attended and all those that assisted with the event.

Submitted by: Evelyn Yelinek | Disability Matters Vote held rallies at at 12:00 pm and 4:30 pm on September 19, 2023 to raise awareness about the issues that are most important to the quality of life and human rights of people with disabilities in Manitoba. People gathered to support family, students, and community friends who […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Once again, the Swan Valley Community Band had their Beginning Day the 3rd week in September 2023 which started their 30th year in operation (including the Covid19 Hiatus). Under the direction of the former Swan Valley School Division Music Director at many of its Schools, Julie Kooistra, who was also […]

Submitted by: Kari Goethe | The Swan Valley Co-op was a very busy location on Tuesday, Sept 19, 2023 for the Co-op Fuel Good Day! There were people filling up their gas tanks with fuel and many filled their stomachs with a Beef on a Bun lunch. Thank you to the workplaces that placed pre-orders, […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry Thank you to the participants who came out during this busy harvest season. With the days getting shorter, we want to be outdoors as much as possible. So thank you for taking the time from your day to participate in Coffee and A Chat. The sessions started with Rod Seib CMHA […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Swan River Community Centre Curling Club recently received a grant to complete the upgrade/modernization to the cash register system. With the facility used for a large variety of community events, volunteers and staff will be more at ease with the new equipment. CFSV is pleased to […]

ValleyBiz Story | Building on historic investments into health care, a re-elected PC government will invest $40 million into a permanent recruitment fund to expand Manitoba’s rural health-care workforce and meet priority needs for Manitobans announced Rick Wowchuk, PC Canadidate for Swan River on September 18, 2023. “Like you I care deeply about the quality […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Medical Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee The four municipal governments that comprise the Swan River Valley are announcing a plan to move forward with the provision of health services to residents who need long term care. Funding will be provided to eliminate a barrier to training of Health Care Aides with […]

Submitted by: Patty Schullman | Summary of Manitoba Stronger Together meeting held in Swan River Sunday, September 10 @ 2:00 – 4:00 pm __________________________________ The meeting opened with Rosalie Drysdale leading in singing our National Anthem “ O Canada”. There were four speakers as follows: Speaker #1 Barbara Bendera, who spoke of her life in […]

Submitted by: Candace Balbo | Sunday, August 27, 2023 the Museum welcomed adults and children alike with free admission to our beautiful grounds and a day filled with things to see and do. In addition to regular displays on view in the main buildings and pioneer village, the day also included live demonstrations of heritage […]

Submitted by: Mo Koetting August 31st marks the International Day of Overdose Awareness and this year advocates are asking people to draw attention to those lost to the toxic drug supply through the use of empty purple chairs. It is a day to draw attention to those lost to overdoses and tainted drugs. Purple has […]

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The Swan River Golf & Country Club recently received a grant to upgrade their outdoor washroom facilities. As the golf course is becoming a year-round attraction, this upgrade helps to enhance the experience for people partaking in physical activity both on the trails, and on the golf […]

Submitted by: Brent Erlendson A crowd of 140+ enjoyed a great meal and entertainment at the Swan River Legion Clubroom Friday August 25, 2023 Dinner was served starting at 6:00 pm followed by Steve Hillis playing an excellent, energetic tribute act to many great country and classic rock performers. For the remainder of the evening […]

Submitted by: Lexi Penner We as the Swan Valley Health Auxiliary would like to thank everyone that came and participated in our Fundraiser BBQ! We were able to raise over $3,000, which we will be donating to go towards the CT Scanner that the Hospital is getting! The fundraiser was a huge success, and we […]

Submitted by: Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. We are back on track holding Coffee and A Chat, this series of sessions are at the Birch River Drop In Center, Benito Drop In Center and the Swan River Senior Center. They were held July 25, 26, 27th 2023, all started at 10 am. […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | As part of its ongoing work to ensure all Manitobans have access to adequate, affordable and suitable housing, the Manitoba government is investing more than $25 million in five targeted initiatives that will modernize the emergency response system and provide more housing with supports, Families Minister Rochelle Squires announced […]

ValleyBiz Story | Construction is underway on a $15-million multi-purpose room and performing arts addition at Swan Valley Regional Secondary School. The addition will accommodate band, theatre, drama, music and cultural performing arts programming. Click play below to see a walk through of the plans for the new addition. On August 1, 2023, Rick Wowchuk, […]

ValleyBiz.ca Story | The grandstands were packed for 3 days of riding, roping, and rodeo racing at the Swan River Norwest Round-Up and Exhibition on July 24-27, 2023. The sun was shining, the crowds were cheering, and the cowboys and cowgirls faced off in heart racing rodeo action. The crowds were treated to an exhibition […]