Tag Archives: Swan Valley Life

Benito United Church Supper Enjoyed by Many

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 […]

2017/06/07Local Interest

Durban Hall 87th Anniversary Dance

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 […]

2017/06/07Local Interest

Fun Run Participants Explore Swan River Routes

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 […]

2017/06/06Local Interest

Over $47,000 Raised at Swan River Relay for Life

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 […]

2017/06/06Local Interest

Enthusiastic Attendance at Taylor School Fun Fest

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 […]

2017/06/05Local Interest

4H Beef Show and Sale Returns to Ag Grounds

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 […]

2017/06/02Local Interest

Season Opener at Swan Valley Stock Car Club

Submitted by: Tanya Cherynk | The Swan Valley Stock Car Club held their season opener on May 20, 2017. It was a great day of racing with new cars out at the track. Click any picture for a larger version. We had over 250 people come out and watch the races! Next race is on […]

2017/05/31Local Interest

Planning to Make a Splash in the Swan Valley

ValleyBiz Story | As thoughts turn to the lazy crazy days of summer, one local group of community volunteers is hopeful future summers will see an inexpensive and fun option for families and children in the Swan Valley to beat the summer heat. Plans are currently underway to build a splash park at the site […]

2017/05/30Local Interest

Kal Tire Sponsors Gals Golf Pink Ball Challenge

Submitted by: June McKenzie | Kal Tire sponsored the season’s first Tuesday Nite Gals Golf event, the “Pink Ball Challenge” held on May 23, 2017. Pictured left: The Kal Tire team wearing pink shirts for Cancer. Click any picture for a larger version. Sunny skies shone down on the 43 ladies as their laughter could […]

2017/05/29Local Interest

Serving Up Smiles at Aboriginal Head Start Program Sale

Submitted by: Leila Richard | The Aboriginal Head Start Program held a garage sale on May 19, 2017 at the Elbert Chartrand Friendship Hall. There were a few less tables than initially expected, however the deals were great. Pictured above: Headstart students Maci, Troy and Mylee (Headstart students) served up some delicious lemonade. Click any […]

2017/05/26Local Interest

EMS Raises Money for Swan River Day Care AED

Submitted by: Nicole Moriaux | On May 19, 2017, EMS staff hosted a fundraising BBQ. Proceeds were donated to the Swan River Day Care for the purchase of an AED. Pictured above: EMS Staff Nicole Moriaux (left) and Karla Brown (right) with Swan River Day Care Centre Facility Director, Roxanne Mccullough (center). Click any picture […]

2017/05/24Local Interest

Dolyna Dancers Hold Zabava to Celebrate 40th Anniversary

Submitted by: Nicole Clouson | The Swan River Dolyna Dancers celebrated their 40th Anniversary with a Zabava on May 20, 2017. Guests were treated to quite the show, starting with our own young dancers. Click any picture for a larger version. Next up was a hearty Ukrainian meal, prepared by our group, along with family […]

2017/05/23Local Interest

Parent Workshop Focuses on Healthy Choices

Submitted by: Eugenia Barker | Another Guiding Good Choices parent workshop concluded on May 17, 2017. Guiding Good Choices is a five-session program that teaches parents of children ages 9-14 how to reduce the risk that their children will develop drug problems. Click any picture for a larger version. Parents also learned how to strengthen […]

2017/05/22Local Interest

Special Touches Add To Mothers Day Brunch

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | On May 14, 2017 Durban Community held a Mother’s Day brunch. Lot of decorating took place to prepare the hall and tables for the event. Lots of work went into making the gifts, little purses, that every Mother received. Click any picture for a larger version. Thanks to the Sas […]

2017/05/18Local Interest

High Flying Fun at High School Rodeo

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | The Swan Valley High School rodeo was a huge success again this year, although the weather wasn’t great the participants had a wonderful time in our community. Click any picture for a larger version. The comments to the committee from parents and kids alike were all positive, and they are […]

2017/05/17Local Interest

Generous Support for Health Auxiliary Strawberry Tea

Submitted by: Gloria Kutynec | Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary held their annual Strawberry Tea on May 12th, 2017. Also sold was baking and plants. Click any picture for a large version. The winners of the painting donated by Adeline Nemetchuk were Linda Cober and Marion Krochak. The 50/50, won by Don Bobick, amounted to […]

2017/05/15Local Interest

Local Artists Showcased at Little Woody Art Show

Submitted by: Renate Wille Once again this year, the Little Woody Little Woody Baptist Church Art Show was a very successful and fun event. The variety, quality and love for the art and crafts could clearly be seen. Click any picture for a larger version. About 100 visitors came to view the displays, enjoy the […]

2017/05/10Local Interest

Minitonas 4H Prepares for Show & Sale at Grooming Day

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | The Minitonas 4H members were busy on Saturday getting prepared for the Annual Swan Valley 4H Beef Show & Sale. The sale is on May 27, 2017 at the Swan Valley Agricultural grounds. Click any picture for a larger version. Members were busy this weekend learning how to bath, blow […]

2017/05/09Local Interest

SVRSS Performing Arts Class Presents Spring Concert

Submitted by: Jennifer Simpson | On Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017 the SVRSS Performing Arts class had their spring concert. The students performed a wide variety of music from Shawn Mendes to High Valley and everything in between. Click any picture for a larger version. They performed 13 different songs, some with the whole group while […]

2017/05/09Local Interest

Swan Valley Community Band presents “Music Monday!”

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater (Commuications, PR, Manager) On Monday, 1 May 2017, the Swan Valley Community Band presented their Spring Concert, “Music Monday!” In 1994, Julie Kooistra had a Dream and that Dream is now celebrating its 23rd year. Click any picture for a larger version. In all those years, there have been many musicians […]

2017/05/08Local Interest

Royal Purple Raises Funds for Bocce Ball Court

Submitted by: Jan Fawcett Swan River Royal Purple Elks Lodge #185 held a successful Garage / Craft / Bake sale at the Elks Hall on April 29th & 30th, 2017. This fundraising event was held to raise funds for the Bocce Ball Court to be built in Swan River’s Legion Park. Upon completion the courts […]

2017/05/05Local Interest

Tigers’ Bring a Family Member Bowling Tournament

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | On Tuesday, April 25, 2017 the Special Olympics Manitoba Parkland Region’s Tigers’ Bowling Team wrapped up their season with a Bring a Family Member Bowling Tournament. Six teams competed in the tourney. Click any picture for a larger version. Pictured above: L-R Allison, Skylar, Lucas, Graeme, Justin and Jamie. Swan […]

2017/05/05Local Interest

Celebrating Canada at Minitonas Tea

Submitted by: Knox United Church | Even though there was a lot going on around the Valley on April 29, 2017 many guests stopped by the Minitonas Knox United Church for the Spring Tea. It was a nice afternoon with tasty pie and lots of visiting. Click any picture for a larger version. The room […]

2017/05/05Local Interest

Great Day for a Feast in Cowan

Submitted by: Rose Kovachik | It was a day that started out to be a bit gloomy and rain was highly suspected, but as the day progressed it turned out to be a great day for Cowan. As the sunshine arrived so did the visitors to town looking for a hearty feast. Pictures by Jessica […]

2017/05/04Local Interest

Warm Weather Brings Many to United Church Spring Sale

Submitted by: Jim Dyck | On April 28 and 29, 2017 St. Andrew’s United Church in Swan River had their spring garage sale. With the weather being nice may people came out too look over all the items and find that special item or buy something at good price. Pictured above: Alice Curle checks out […]

2017/05/04Local Interest

Food and Fun for Fishing Enhancement at Annual Banquet

Submitted by: Swan Valley Sport Fishing Enhancement (SVSFE) | SVSFE hosted their 31st annual banquet on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at the centennial arena. It was a full house, with over 600 attendees. Click any picture for a larger version. Guests heaped their plates with Hors d’oeuvres, fried walleye along with many other sides and […]

2017/05/03Local Interest

Full House At Dolyna Dancers Dessert Concert

Submitted by: Nicole Clouson | The Dolyna Dancers performed to a full house as always on April 29, 2017. All of the dancers gave their best performance of the year and gave the audience an amazing show. Click any picture for a larger version. The senior dancers welcomed our guests with the traditional Pryvit, with […]

2017/05/02Local Interest

Music and Dancing at Birch River Annual Jamboree

Submitted by: Gwenda Wotton | Birch River Northern Neighbors Annual Jamboree was held on April 30, 2017 and was another huge success. There was lots of singing, guitar picking, violin playing, and dancing was enjoyed by everyone. Click any picture for a larger version. I even seen some JIGGIN going on in the corner. THANK […]

2017/05/02Local Interest

Spring Supper Supports Madge Lake Bible Camp

Submitted by: Myrna Zinkiew | The Madge Lake Bible Camp held a spring supper fundraising event on April 27, 2017. The Madge Lake Bible Camp has been serving the surrounding areas in Manitoba and Saskatchewan for sixty three years. Click any picture for a larger version. The camp through the summer months have close to […]

2017/05/01Local Interest

A Great Celebration of Fiddling Music

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Minitonas Fiddling Program held their 11th Annual Spring Concert on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the Minitonas Early Years School Gym. Click any picture for a larger version. Music instructor, Lyneta Grenier and the students had worked very hard to prepare for the wonderful evening of music and were […]

2017/05/01Local Interest

Valley Enjoys Unique Drama in Birch River

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka | People from around the Valley enjoyed the presentation of Carl and Brenda Ens at Christian Fellowship Church in Birch River on April 23. Carl presented his one-man drama production, “Stand in the Gap.” Click any picture for a larger version. The drama tells the story of powerful prayer warrior and […]

2017/04/27Local Interest

Ladies Across Valley Gather for Day Out

Submitted by: Josina Zander | The Durban Covenant Women hosted a “Ladies Day Out” April 22, 2017. Ladies gathered from Norquay, Swan River, Benito and surrounding Durban area. Click any picture for a larger version. Beautifully decorated tables were set with the Palm branches and spring flowers, symbols of the victory of the season. Socializing […]

2017/04/25Local Interest

A Magical Presentation of Aladdin Jr. by Taylor School

Submitted by: Robin Warner | Aladdin was a huge success at Taylor School this weekend! The students worked so very hard and it really showed. Click any picture for a larger version. The performances were Friday night and Saturday night, April 21st and 22nd, 2017 at 7pm, and the energy was high. The entire school […]

2017/04/24Local Interest

Trophies Presented to 2017 Fiddlin’ Festival Winners

Submitted by: Linda Gilchrist | The winners of the 2017 Fiddlin’ Festival were recently presented with trophies by Fiddlin’ Chairperson, Linda Gilchrist. Pictured above: Ensemble Winners Erica Thomas, Emily Mykula, Isla Mykula, Logan Smith, Grace Kirk. Click any picture for a larger version. Beginner Winner: Liv Leadbeater Intermediate Winner: Madison Bronconnier Advanced Solo Winner: Layna […]

2017/04/21Local Interest

Great Afternoon at Dance Fever 2017

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | On Saturday, April 8, 2017 Special Olympics Parkland Region held its 6th Annual Dance Fever following a great day of bowling at our regional tournament. Click any picture for a larger version. We were fortunate to have athletes and coaches from Russell and Winnipegosis join us for the potluck dinner, […]

2017/04/19Local Interest

Patients Without a Physician Have Options Other Than ER

ValleyBiz Story | The provincial Wait Time Reduction Task Force held a Public Meeting in Swan River on April 5, 2017. Approximately 30 people participated in the workshop-style meeting to identify concerns and solutions for emergency care wait times. Proposed solutions at the public meeting included expanding the use of telehealth, providing better patient transport […]

2017/04/18Local Interest

Funds Received for Lions Medical Assistance Fund

ValleBiz Story | A cheque in the amount of $19,226.54 was officially presented to the Swan Valley Lions Medical Assistance fund on Thursday, April 6, 2017. The funds represent the proceeds from the 2017 Billy Beal Ice Fishing Derby. Click any picture for a larger version. As of March 1st, 2017 the Swan Valley Lions […]

2017/04/13Local Interest

Special Olympics Parkland 5 Pin Bowling Tournament

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | On Saturday, April 8th Special Olympics Manitoba Parkland Region held its annual Regional 5 Pin Tournament. 39 bowlers from Swan Valley, Russell and Winnipegosis took part in the 2 shift event at Up Your Alley in Swan River. Click any picture for a larger version. This tournament was a 5 […]

2017/04/11Local Interest

Lions Donate New Dialysis Chairs

ValleyBiz Story | Dialysis patients and supporting health care providers will rest a little easier thanks to the donation of three new dialysis chairs by the Bowsman, Minitonas and Swan River Lions Clubs on April 6, 2017. Pictured above: Lions Club members try out two of the three new chairs. Click any picture for a […]

2017/04/11Local Interest

7 Days A Remarkable Experience

Submitted by: Tracy Burick | This past weekend’s three day run of the musical, 7 Days, was performed at CBF Church in Swan River on April 6, 7, 8, 2017. This production was the creative genius of Martyn Snell who had composed the original musical back in 1978. Pictured above: Melanie Bird, Rita Thiessen and […]

2017/04/11Local Interest

Minitonas Curling Club Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley On April 5, 2017 representatives from the Minitonas Curling Club (MCC) finalized their endowment with the Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) in the amount of $8,000. Pictured above: CFSV Treasurer Henry Rasmussen, MCC Secretary Lynda Leslie, MCC Treasurer Shannon Adamchuk, CFSV Chair Lorne Henkelman, CFSV Vice-Chair Norm […]

2017/04/10Local Interest

Lions Help Get Ready for Babies in the Swan Valley

ValleyBiz Story | On Thursday, April 6, 2017 members from the Bowsman, Minitonas and Swan River Lions Clubs officially presented new maternity equipment to the Swan Valley Health Centre. It is expected that the equipment should should be put to good use. Click any picture for a larger version. Since Prairie Mountain Health announced the […]

2017/04/07Local Interest

Inspirational and Refreshing Message at Faith Conference

Submitted by: Evelyn Bredin | On Saturday, March 25, 2017 approximately 50 ladies attended the “All is Well” Faith Conference hosted by the Women of the Valley at Community Bible Fellowship Church. Click any picture for a larger version. The speaker was Laurie Moffit from Roblin who challenged us with an inspirational and spiritually refreshing […]

2017/03/29Local Interest

Helen Prieston Recognized for Volunteer Activities

Submitted by: Constituency Office of MLA Rick Wowchuk Rick Wowchuk recognized Helen Prieston with a private member’s statement in March 2017. Helen Prieston, at 86 years young, has been a volunteer campground hostess at Whitefish Lake since 1990, dedicating 27 years of her life to serving the public. Helen looks forward to serving the public […]

2017/03/28Local Interest

The Swan School of Dance Celebrates 25 years!

Submitted by: Michele Poole | The Swan School of Dance entertained a full Auditorium on Wednesday night with dances that had been performed from their previous 25 years. It was an evening of talent, entertainment, tossed in with a little nostalgia. Click any picture for a larger version. Their 115 students performed the instructors favorites […]

2017/03/27Local Interest

20th Anniversary of the Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby

Submitted by: Cory Hurren | Over five hundred people came up to Whitefish Lake on Saturday, March 18, 2017 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Billy Beal Classic Ice Fishing Derby. Click any picture for a larger version. Derby entrants enjoyed the mild weather and were able to catch over twenty fish. The Billy […]

2017/03/24Local Interest

Filling Up on Perogies and Sausage in Durban

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | Durban Community Hall held their perogy supper which was held March 17, 2017 with a St. Pattie’s Day theme. Ladies worked many hours making the four different kinds of perogies, and with the locally produced bison sausage the evening was very busy trying to keep up to the hungry patricians […]

2017/03/24Local Interest

Great Season for JV Girls Basketball Team

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | The JV Girls had a successful tournament at the Provincial tournament in Altona this past weekend. The Tigers were the youngest team at provincials but set a goal for themselves to be in a final playoff on Saturday, March 11, 2017. The first game of the tournament was against St. […]

2017/03/23Local Interest

Great Fun at Bring a Staff Member Bowling Competition

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | On Tuesday, March 14, 2017 the Swan Valley Tiger’s Bowling Team and Staff Members participated in the Bring a Staff Member to Bowling Competition at Up Your Alley Bowling Centre. 12 bowlers rolled in the competition. Click any picture for a larger version. Lukas Hensen and Mr. Peter Fleming took […]

2017/03/23Local Interest

Varsity Girls Basketball Team Finishes 4th in Provincials

Submitted by: Shayne Yaschyshyn | The SVRSS Tigers Varsity Girls Basketball team motored to Winnipeg on March 15th to participate in the 2016/17 MHSAA AAA Varsity Girls Provincial Championships at Calvin Christian Collegiate. Click picture for a larger version. The trip was chronicled by Zoe Winters on Twitter, which kept the team in high spirits. […]

2017/03/22Local Interest