ValleyBiz Story | On Friday, December 18, 2015 St. Andrews United Church hosted an information meeting to assess the interest and discuss the feasibility of sponsoring refugee families from Syria. Click any picture for a larger version. Reverend Jenny Sprong, minister of St. Andrews United Church, welcomed approximately 45 attendees including Swan River MLA Ron […]

Submitted by: Darlyn Hunt | Darlyn Hunt and Jenni Sandilands, daughters of Rene Di Stefano, AKA “Rambler”, believe their father was killed over the Fentanyl prescribed to manage his pain from cancer. Di Stefano was found deceased inside his home on August 8, 2015 following a suspicious fire that fully engulfed the residence. RCMP Major […]

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 nine local businesses in order to collect community donations […]

Submitted by: Province of Manitoba | Ten Grade 12 students from across the province are being recognized for outstanding contributions to healthy living in their communities, Premier Greg Selinger announced December 17 at the 2015 Premier’s Healthy Living Award for Youth ceremony. “It is truly uplifting to see so many young Manitobans, the future leaders […]

Submitted by: Susan Hrycyk | A good time was had by all at the Lenswood Community Club’s Santa brunch. It turned out to be a perfect day for Santa’s arrival, just before Santa arrived it started to SNOW!!! Click any picture for a larger version. There was a great turn out for the event. We […]

Submitted by: Karen Peters | Almost 900 were privileged to attend and take part in the Live Nativity at the Swan Valley Museum on Saturday, December 12, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. As you walked into the building, the census people were there to count you in and immediately you came upon […]

Submitted by: Jen Patterson | Swan Valley Communities That Care has completed its initial cycle of the Guiding Good Choices parenting program. Twelve parents/caregivers participated in the program, which ran from November 10 to December 8, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. Swan Valley Communities That Care hosted the workshop and provided families […]

Sutmitted by: Teri Martin | On December 1, 2015, Dale Jersak was commended in a Manitoba Legislative Assembly Member’s Statement by Minister Rob Kostyshyn for saving the life of Henry Natyna on May 5, 2015. Pictured: Ron Kostyshyn (R) commending Dale Jersak (L)for his actions. Click picture for a larger version. The Member’s Statement reads […]

Submitted by: Kurtis Twilley | Swan Valley is one of 4 finalists competing for the title of best snowmobile destination in western Canada for 2016. The Swan Valley beat out 15 other Manitoba destinations to become the Manitoba finalist. Click here to vote and defend Swan Valley’s title as the top snowmobile destination in Canada. […]

Submitted by: Maureen Bowles The North West Regional Library was a busy spot as the host the Festival of Tree December 1 -5, 2015. The public support was tremendous. Hot apple cider , cookies and Tim Bits were enjoyed by all. Pictures by ValleyBiz Click any picture for a larger version. Fifteen trees were decorated […]

Submitted by: Carol Silverthorn | The winner from last week’s Chase the Ace consolation prize hosted by the Bowsman Skating Rink and Bowsman Curling Club was Mitch Bordian. The prize was presented by Cliff Cook. Click image for a larger version. The game continues every Friday night from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at the Bowsman Hotel. […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | Sounds of chatting and laughter filled the hall in St. James Anglican Church on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at the Christmas Tea and Bake Sale. Click any picture for a larger version. This annual event was well attended and enjoyed by everyone involved. The ACW sincerely appreciates all who helped […]

Submitted by: Nicole Clouson | The Dolyna Ukrainian Dancers held their annual Old Fashioned Christmas Concert Monday December 7, 2015 at the SVRSS Cafeteria. Click any picture for a larger version. Each dance group performed one dance and gave the crowd a glimpse of what they’ve been working on and what’s to come at our […]

Submitted by: Karen Gade | Blue skies and above 0 temperatures on December 5, 2015 made the trek to Benito for the annual Craft and Trade Show very enjoyable. Over 35 exhibitors were set up and ready for the 10 a.m. start. Click any picture for a larger version. Popular stops were Skyler Blosha’s cookies, […]

Submitted by: Blaine Campbell | The Swan River Novice Colts traveled to Flin Flon during the weekend of December 4-6, 2015 to compete in the annual Mel Pearson Memorial Novice hockey tournament. Click picture for a larger version. After 3 round robin games and a final game, the Swan River squad emerged victorious with the […]

Submitted by: Vivian Rooks On Thursday, December 3, 2015 the Community Foundation of Swan Valley held their annual meeting and granting night at the Westwood Inn at 7:00 P.M. Click any picture for a larger version. Mark Provencher, of BMP Chartered Accounts, was present and summarized the financial position of the foundation. In his summation […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | A near capacity crowd gathered to enjoy the Swan Valley Fine Arts Festival’s fifty-second annual carol festival held Sunday, December 6, 2015 at the Temple Baptist Church. Click any picture for a larger version. President of the festival association, Janene Stewart, welcomed the audience and expressed her thanks for all […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Special Olympics has teamed up with Western Corporate Solutions to provide high quality framed sports and entertainment memorabilia for sealed bid auction. Click any picture for a larger version. Unveiling the Jets Opening Night Triple Play Framed Print at the Super 8 in Swan River are Special Olympic Athletes (L-R); […]

Submitted by: Bev Lumax | Another successful baking Fundraiser was enjoyed this season. The order deadline for the Royal Purple Christmas Baking fundraiser was November 29, 2015 with orders picked up December 5, 2015. All monies raised are donated back to the community.

Submitted by: Connie Gray | On Saturday, November 28, 2015 the Annual Swan River NDP Christmas Supper was hosted at the Swan River museum. After the cocktail hour, guests enjoyed a delicious roast pork supper. Pictured above, left to right: Nolan Low, Brittney Stratuliak, Ron Kostyshyn, Madison Stratuliak, Johnathon Stratuliak Click any picture for a […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | The Valley Stage Players’ production of Billy St. John’s comedy, “Senior Follies” played to very appreciative and enthusiastic audiences on November 27, 28 and 29, 2015 at the Veterans Hall in Swan River. Click any picture for a larger version. The comedy told the hilarious tale of two con artists […]

Submitted by: Evelyn Bredin | Carolle Cowan is pictured receiving the 2015 National Volunteer of the Year Award presented by Federation of Canadian Music Festivals at the 2015 National Music Festival in Edmonton, Alberta. Click picture for a larger version. Pictured with Carolle is William Gordon, President of the Associated Manitoba Arts Festivals (AMAF), who […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach | Board members of Services to Seniors are very grateful for the many volunteers who came to help at the Cookie Walk which took place on November 28, 2015 at St. James Anglican Church. Click any picture for a larger version. The wonderful assortment of cookies was made possible by generous […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Farmer’s Market | The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Center was a hub-bub of activity on Friday, November 20, 2015 when the Swan Valley Farmer’s Market held their Annual Christmas craft sale. Click any picture for a larger version. Thirty five vendors were present to sell their homemade treasures. What a variety of […]

Submitted by: Carol Silverthorn | The nightly winner in last week’s Chase the Ace fundraiser hosted by the Bowsman Skating Rink and Bowsman Curling Club was Connie McKay. The prize was presented by Bowsman Rink member Carol Silverthorn. The game continues every Friday night from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at the Bowsman Hotel. The accumulating jackpot […]

Submitted by: Karen Peters Ten Thousand Villages is a nonprofit fair trade organization that markets handcrafted products made by disadvantaged artisans from more than 120 artisan groups in more than 35 countries. Click any picture for a larger version. The Ten Thousand Villages Craft sale took place in Swan River on November 19-21, 2015. Thank […]

Submitted by: Vaughn Behrmann | The fund rasier had approximately 300 people attend the evening with the Kinsmen donating their bar tending services for the evening with many jokes and pokes taken and passed on to deserving participants. Click any picture for a larger version. Vaughn Behrmann was the MC for the evening and it […]

Submitted by: Jennifer Simpson | St.Andrew’s United Church hosted a full house for their fall supper on Sunday, November 15, 2015. Everyone was treated to a wonderful meal and time of fellowship. Click any picture for a larger version. Thank you to everyone who came out to support this fundraiser and especially those who volunteered […]

Submitted by: Judy Biech | The Lenswood Hall was rocking on Saturday November 14, 2015 to the music of Ken Thompson and Desmond Legace. Click any picture for a larger version. A large crowd of all ages had a great time dancing, socializing and feasting on delicious food prepared by the local ladies. Thank you […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | The Swan Valley Stampeders Atom A hosted their tournament November 13-15, 2015 in Swan River. Teams from Thompson, Flin Flon & Dauphin participated. Click any picture for a larger version. Friday night saw games between Swan Valley Stampeders & Dauphin Kings with Stampeders winning by a score of 8-2. Next […]

Submitted by: Sandra Tibble | Congratulations to the Jeff Hartung team from Langenburg Saskatchewan as the Champions of the Westwood Inn Curling Classic. Click picture for a larger version. Presenting the check of $8,000 is Sandra Tibble, committee member to skip Kody Hartung, third Tyler Hartung, second Jeff Hartung and lead Claire DeCock. A total […]

Submitted by: Pamela Bowles | On Saturday November 14, 2015 approximately 160 people attended the 5th Annual Harvest Celebration supper and dance hosted by the Shaker Misto Dance Club and the Benito Recreation Centre. Click any picture for a larger version. Guests enjoyed a delicious supper of deep fried perogies, cabbage rolls, beet rolls, pork […]

Submitted by: Carol Silverthorn | The nightly winner in last week’s Chase the Ace fundraiser hosted by the Bowsman Skating Rink and Bowsman Curling Club was Nathan Stevenson. The prize was presented by Kevin Silverthorn. The game continues every Friday night from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at the Bowsman Hotel. The accumulating jackpot is now at […]

Submitted by: Minitonas Knox United Church | On Sunday, November 1, 2015 the Minitonas Knox United Church held their fall supper. Family, friends and neighbors filled the hall with a steady stream of hungry guests. Guests enjoyed a hearty meal of turkey and potatoes, meatballs, casserols and a variety of salads with a selection of […]

ValleyBiz Story | A mild November morning greeted a group of Veterans as they gathered at the Cenotaph in Swan River to lay wreaths in memory of and tribute to fallen soldiers. Click any picture for a larger version. Members of the RCMP, Cadets, and Stampeders along with dignitaries and other community representatives marched from […]

Submitted by: Scott Swaiko | The 53rd annual Swan Valley Rotary Radio Auction took place on Thursday, November 6, 2015 from the conference room of the Swan Valley Credit Union. The total amount raised on Thursday was a little over $13,400. Click any picture for a larger version. There was a good amount of active […]

Submitted Story | On November 4-7, 2015 Swan Hills Ranch competed at the 27th Annual Grain Miller’s Harvest Showdown in Yorkton, winning several events throughout the weekend. Submitted Photos | Click any picture for a larger version. Scott Tibble (above) received the Grand Reserve Championship Award for the 2015 Futurity Show Pen of Open Heifers. […]

Submitted by: Brenda Fisher | We were blessed with great weather on Friday, November 6, 2015 for our 36th Annual Calico Corners Craft Sale which contributed to its huge success! Click any picture for a larger version. Large crowds mingled throughout the many craft tables, shopped and also enjoyed coffee, dessert or a hearty lunch […]

ValleyBiz Story | Formo Motors scared up literally a ton of food during their “We Scare Hunger” campaign throughout the month of October. The non-perishable food items were delivered to the Swan Valley Food Bank on November 6, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. Jake Warkentin and Albert Quon expressed their appreciation on […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | Saturdays weather was an absolute beautiful setting for a terrific football game. With both teams taking the field and bleachers full of fans we stood at attention to a fantastic rendition of O’Canada, sung by two local entertainers. Click any picture for a larger version. As the whistle blew we […]

Submitted Story | Swan Valley Communities that Care (SVCTC) recently reached the milestone of 5 years of service in the Swan Valley. The organization reflected on their efforts and celebrated their accomplishments during an anniversary supper. Click picture for a larger version. “You all have much to celebrate as you have accomplished so much‎ in […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | On November 3, 2015 the Swan Valley Tigers JV Boys volleyball team played against Dauphin for the Zone Finals. The Swan Valley Tigers beat the Dauphin Clippers in a close match winning 3 games to 2 games to earn a spot at the provincials. Front Row: John Walsh, Sean Kirkpatrick, […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon | We hope you had a chance to visit the Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) Spooktober- Fest Haunted House! It was a great event which offered a Halloween experience for all ages. Click any picture for a larger version. There were about 1,400 visitors, who attended Spooktober-Fest over the three […]

Submitted by: Lynda Leslie | Community Foundation of Swan Valley Gala was hosted on Friday October 30, 2015 at the Veteran’s Hall in Swan River. The evening opened with invited guests mingling over appetizers and background music by Martyn Snell. Click any picture for a larger version. Emcee for the evening was Travis Stewart from […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The rain didn’t deter the fans from coming out to cheer on the Swan Valley Tigers as they hosted the ParkWest Outlaws in the Provincial Semi Final. Each team took the field with the dreams of moving on to the next stage. Click any picture for a larger version. ParkWest […]

Submitted by: Knox United Church | Smiling faces and lovely fall decorations greeted over 50 guests who attended the Minitonas Knox United Church Fall Tea and Bake sale on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. Coffee and tea was served by several young helpers. A wide selection of pies were […]

ValleyBiz Story | Sparky the Fire Dog, along with members of the Swan River Fire Department collected donations to “Help Give Breast Cancer the Boot” at the Swan Valley Coop on Saturday 17, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. The fire trucks were all shined up and on display in the co-op parking […]

Submitted by: Corey Hurren | The Bowsman Lions hosted the annual Bowsman Community Halloween Party at the Bowsman Legion Hall on Halloween night. Click any picture for a larger version. There were prizes for costumes, contests, and door prizes as well as drinks, hot dogs, and treats. The Bowsman Lions would like to thank all […]

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 1, 2015 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 1, 2015 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 […]

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton Young and old enjoyed checking out all the goods at the craft sale at the Birch River Legion Hall on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. There were 21 tables of home baking, knitted goods, homemade soaps, oils, cards, wreaths and much more. Chili and a […]