ValleyBiz Story | The Birch River and District Homecoming 2011 Parade took place Friday, July 22 with many creative entries. Kids and kids at heart scrambled to collect their share of the loot as candy was thrown from the floats . The cooler weather did not seem to dampen anyone’s spririts as the generations gathered […]

ValleyBiz Story | The results are in and in spite of extensive voting efforts in the Swan Valley, Estevan has been declared the winner of Matchup #7 against Swan River. Although our Valley did not win a spot on the Kraft / TSN Celebration Tour, we can be proud of the community spirit expressed during […]

Submitted by: Carolle Cowan, Tournament Chairperson | 54 Ladies Enjoy Swan River’s New 18 Hole Course at the Ladies Open Tournament, July 17, 2011. Ladies from the Pas, Selkirk, Dauphin, Roblin, Madge Lake, Crystal Lake, Canora and Foam Lake joined local golfers under a rather “warm” sun, on a well-groomed course. A hard working prize […]

ValleyBiz Story | The SVRSS Envirothon Team held a BBQ sponsored by the Swan Valley Co-op on July 15th. While the day started with a few showers, a sunny break provided nice weather for the event. A steady stream of people stopped by to catch a bite to eat and support the Team. Tables were […]

Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre Media Release | Former residents Doug and Audrey Gourlay present Andy Maxwell with a $1,000 donation to the Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre. Click the picture for a larger version.

ValleyBiz Story, Pictures Submitted by Brenna Minish-Kichuk | Brenna Minish-Kichuk, along with several of her relatives were in Yellowknife last week for a special re-opening of the Lorraine Minish-Cooper Garden of Hope. The ceremony was made even more memorable by the attendance of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge who unveiled a plaque and planted […]

ValleyBiz Story | It was short notice, but hundreds of people showed up to raise their voices for TSN in support of Swan River and the Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre. Watch for our cheer during coverage on TSN Sportscentre and Sports 30 leading up to our matchup on July 19. The crowd included […]

ValleyBiz Story | Kennedy Todosichuk, daughter of local business owner, Warren Todosichuk (Todd Chrysler & RV) is competing in the Miss Teen Canada World National Competition in Toronto this week. Kennedy is competing against 74 other young ladies from across Canada. One of the ways for the girls to get to the top 20 is […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Skate Plaza is taking shape and as construction wraps up it could be ready for use as early as this weekend, but it is not just the young that should look forward to this new fixture in the community. The vision for a new era of skate parks is […]

Submitted by: Darcy Cameron | It was a great day out at the track, the track conditions were very good which created some great racing in both the 8 cylinder and 4 cylinder classes. In the 8 cylinder second heat, all four cars were neck and neck all race with car 59 edging out car […]

The Swan Valley Credit Union held its 58th Anniversary Beef on a Bun Luncheon on Friday, July 8th with all proceeds shared equally between Swan Valley Food Bank, Swan Valley Animal Protection League, SVRSS Envirothon Team and Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary. A total of $566.00 was raised and donated to each of the organizations. […]

Submitted by: Village of Benito | Benito’s Canada Day Celebrations included activities for both young and old. Everyone was enjoying the beautiful weather and and having so much fun there are not a lot of pictures from the day, but here are a few for you to enjoy. Click on any of the pictures for […]

ValleyBiz Story | GET READY TO VOTE! July 19 – 20 Do you think Swan River should win a $25,000 community award from Kraft and live broadcast from TSN SportsCentre? Swan River has been selected from 339 entries across Canada as one of 20 finalists in the Kraft Celebration Tour. The 10 day, cross-country tour […]

Manitoba NDP Media Release | Rosann Wowchuk, MLA for Swan River, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, announced today that she will not seek re-election in the October provincial election. Wowchuk was first elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Swan River in 1990 and re-elected in the 1995, 1999, 2003 and 2007 […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Wolf Management Planned to Help Moose Populations Recover, Stabilize: Blaikie The Manitoba government is closing all moose hunting near the Duck and Porcupine Mountains following the advice of wildlife experts, Conservation Minister Bill Blaikie announced today. The full conservation closure on moose hunting comes a year after licensed hunting […]

The sound of happy kids filled the air as families gathered together in the Swan River Legion Park to celebrate Canada Day. There was plenty for people of all ages to do, with a variety of activities, entertainment and refreshments. Click any of the pictures for a larger version. The bouncers were a hit with […]

Submitted by: Jen Zamzow | Minitonas Pre Mites and T ball combined to make up an age 4 – 8 team this year. Pete Genaille was their coach and they had a fun season playing Swan River teams and a Benito team. Team Windup Click a picture for a larger version.

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Minister Announces First Schools to Benefit from $25-Million Science-Lab Fund. Forty-five Manitoba schools will benefit from revitalized or upgraded science labs over the next two years under the $25-million Science Education Action Plan, Education Minister Nancy Allan announced today. “We want to interest more students in the sciences and […]

Submitted by: Shauna Klekta | On Friday, June 24, 2011 there was standing room only at the Minitonas Early Years School as family, friends, colleagues, students and former students gathered together to honor Dennis Kalynuk who is retiring this year after 40 years of teaching in Minitonas and 10 years as Principal of Minitonas Early […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Province Moves Forward With Improving Access To Family Doctors and Primary Care – Record Increase in Doctors Practising In Manitoba; Construction Begins On New ACCESS St. James Centre; New QuickCare Clinics To Open by Fall: Oswald The province is moving forward on a number of new initiatives to ensure […]

Province of Manitoba News Release | More Than 140 Community Sports and Recreation Organizations Receive First Sports Grants – Grants Enhance Youth Participation, Access to Sports: Selinger More than 140 non-profit community sport and recreation organizations, community clubs, sport associations and community facilities serving young people in Manitoba will receive funding through the province’s new […]

Submitted by: Jocelyn Beehler | The Gr.5-8 students from Community Bible Fellowship Christian School took a field trip to Spruce Products June 9th,2011. The goal was to see raw materials (logs) being turned into marketable products (lumber, saw dust, wood chips), and to see the process from start to finish. It was amazing! I have […]

ValleyBiz Story | Students from Taylor School, Heyes School and Ecole Swan River South teamed up on Monday, June 20 to paint Yellow Fish next to storm drains in Swan River. The Yellow Fish serve as a reminder to local residents that storm drains connect directly to local waterways and that anything other than clean […]

Submitted by: Jen Zamzow | FST 40 students visited their “Time of my Life” senior partners at Heritage Manor on Wednesday, June 8. Students interviewed their community partners during 9 sessions as they worked on biographical questions and formed new friendships. Helen Ellingson and Tessa Chief Marion Treasure and Amanda Eisner Queenie Trumbley and Kim […]

ValleyBiz Story | A&W held their 10th Annual Father’s Day Car Show in Swan River on Sunday, June 19th. Many families stopped by with Dad to check out the cars, get reaquainted with the sun and enjoy some frosty rootbeer. The Great Root Bear was on hand to entertain the crowds. In total there were […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Royal Bank held a BBQ Monday, June 20 from 11am to 2pm in support of the SVRSS Envirothon Team. Students from the Envirothon Team, along with RBC Employees served up a choice of hotdog or hamburger along with a drink and cake for dessert. Approximately 125 people from the community attended. […]

Submitted by: Lesley Sembaluk | Rain, rain, go away….and it did, for a while. Métis Child, Family and Community Services held a community BBQ on June 16, 2011. There was a great turnout, lots of good food, balloons for the kids and face painting as well. Métis Child, Family and Community Services are very grateful […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Friday, June 17th Cancer Survivors, family, friends and other supporters gathered at the Swan River Centennial Arena for the Canadian Cancer Society relay for life. This is third year Swan River has hosted the event which helps to spread cancer awareness, Celebrate the lives of survivors, Remember those who lost their […]

Provice of Manitoba Media Release | GOVERNMENTS OF CANADA AND MANITOBA PROVIDE FUNDING FOR RENOVATIONS TO MANITOBA HOUSING PROPERTIES The Governments of Canada and Manitoba today announced almost $19 million in joint funding for renovations to social housing throughout Manitoba. The 7,623 renovated units will enhance housing quality and accessibility for low-income residents in 42 […]

Submitted by: Susan Cowan | Centennial Folk Fest 2011 was held June 10th and 11th at the Swan River Curling Rink and was a successful community event. Several thousand people came through the doors to view the displays, sample some food and be entertained by singers and dancers. Photos by ValleyBiz Click any of the […]

Province of Manitoba News Release | Province Announces New Gym Projects Under $50-Million, Five-Year Active Schools Fund Fourteen Manitoba schools, their students and communities will benefit from new and renovated gyms as part of the first phase of the province’s five-year, $50-million Active Schools Fund, Education Minister Nancy Allan announced today. “We all know how […]

Submitted by Darcy Cameron: The Swan Valley Stock Car Club held their season opener at the Swan Valley Speedway on June 11, 2011. Race 1 – 8 cylinder 1)59 2)3 3)3K 4)54 5)77 Race 1 – 4 cylinder 1)27 2)42 3)11 4)151 5)26 Race 2 – 8 cylinder 1)59 2)3K 3)77 Race 2 – 4 […]

Submitted by: Margaret Romak, Swan Valley Animal Protection League | The Swan Valley Animal Protection League would like to make the public aware that we are temporarily suspending our Voucher Program. For the last 24 years the SVAPL has provided financial support to help the public get their animals spayed or neutered. We have spent […]

ValleyBiz Story | Two new stop signs have been installed in Swan River on 9th Avenue North making the intersection at 1st Street North a 4-way Stop. Refresher on 4-way Stop Rules: 1. The first one there should proceed first. 2. If two cars arrive at the same time, the driver directly to the right […]

SVRWC Media Release | The Swan Valley Co-op has taken a generous approach to help their staff join the Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre 2740 Club. The goal of the 2740 Club is to raise $1 Million by 2740 members donating $1 per day for 1 year. Co-op has issued a challenge to all […]

PRHA Media Release | Obstetrician/Gynecologist recruited to Region The Parkland Regional Health Authority (PRHA) is pleased to announce that it has successfully recruited a Royal College-eligible Obstetrician/Gynecologist. Dr. Yusuf Mohammed Kasim, who is currently working in Ireland, is set to start in Parkland Region in early July 2011. Dr. Kasim will be providing specialist services […]

Submitted by: Leila Richard There was a great turnout at the BBQ and bake sale hosted by Safe Grad 2011 in conjunction with Phatboy’s Autobody on June 3, 2011. Click any of the above pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by: Tracy Boychuk | Taylor School held their annual Fun Festival at the Swan River Centennial Arena on Friday, June 3. It was a great evening of Food, Fun, Games and Prizes with proceeds raised going to the Taylor School Playground Enhancement Project. Click any of the above pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by: Marlene Hohne | Florence May (Walker) McLean celebrates her 102nd birthday on June 1, 2011, at the Swan Valley Lodge with approxamatly that numbers of friends and visitor. Florence has lived in the Valley most of her life. Click the picture for a larger version. She married a farmer Harold McLean. When a […]

Submitted by: Crystal Nepinak | Swan Valley Tigers Girls Rugby just won GOLD in Winnipeg at the Provincial Championship tournament earlier this afternoon. Way to go TIGERS! Click the picture for a larger version.

Province of Manitoba Media Release | New Services Closer to Home Will Enhance Patient Care: Oswald New dental surgery services will soon be offered in Swan River to reduce travel times for area residents, Health Minister Theresa Oswald announced today. “In the past, patients have had to travel to Brandon or Winnipeg for dental surgery,” […]

ValleyBiz Story | The RCMP Musical Ride stopped over in Swan River last night on their way to perform at the Village of Pelly’s 100th Birthday Celebration. The RCMP Musical ride tours with 46 personnel and 36 horses. The horses of the Musical Ride were stabled at the Swan River Valley Agricultural Society Fair Grounds […]

Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre Media Release | The Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre has reviewed the questionnaires received at the public meeting on March 21, 2011 and has compiled answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. Regarding Phase 1, the Aquatic Centre, various questions were raised regarding whether or not […]

Pictures Submitted by: Shannon Barthelette | ValleyBiz has received reports that Mafeking experienced a flash flood on the weekend after a beaver dam let go. The resulting flow of water carried debris along the Mafeking Creek which became jammed under the bridge and caused a flood of water and debris through town. Equipment was brought […]

ValleyBiz Story | Main Street repaving got underway on Thursday, May 26 but was unfortunately delayed by the rain that began on Friday and continued throughout Saturday. The north side of Main Street has been completed from Highway 10 to 9th Avenue. The north parking lane along the rest of Main Street and the entire […]

Province of Maniotba Media Release | 2011 LICENSED MOOSE HUNTING SEASONS CANCELLED IN SEVERAL AREAS Moose Hunting Restrictions Give Populations Time to Recover, Stabilize: Blaikie Moose hunting seasons have been cancelled in the Porcupine Mountains (Game Hunting Areas 13 and 13A) for 2011, Conservation Minister Bill Blaikie announced today. “Appropriate management of our wildlife resources […]

ValleyBiz Story | With the drier, warmer weather this past week, seeding in the Valley saw some significant progress. According to the May 24 Crop Report prepared by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives: Swan River has approximately 30% wheat seeded. Seeding in the Roblin area has progressed to 70% wheat and 45% canola acres […]

ValleyBiz Story | Come one, Come All! Ringmaster Timothy Tegge introduces the 3 Ring Circus. After a 9 year absence, the Shrine Circus rolled into Swan River for 2 shows at the Swan River Centennial Arena on Wednesday evening. The first show drew a crowd of 850 people who quickly filled the bleachers. Chairs provided […]

Submitted by: Sharon Glasscock | The 2011 Preschool Wellness Fair was huge success with 213 children, 105 families attending. It was a one stop shopping event for parents to find any and all information that they wanted to help raise their children to be happy, healthy and ready for school. There were over 25 different […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Thursday, May 19 students from schools around the Valley attended Emergency Services Day at the Swan River Centennial Arena. Emergency Services personnel from the Swan River Fire Department, Swan Valley EMS, RCMP and Manitoba Conservation were in attendance along with their Emergency Service vehicles and equipment. The workers did an excellent […]