Submitted by: Maureen Bowles | A large crowd was in attendance on March 10, 2016 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the library. Maureen Bowles gave a welcome and introduced guests. Pictured Above: Board Members Mary Snelgrove and Angela Hinchliffe cut the Anniversary Cake. Click any picture for a larger version. Greeting came from Councillor […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Swan Valley Tiger’s Bowling Team had a lot of fun at the Bring a Staff Member Competition at Up Your Alley Bowling Center on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. Click any picture for a larger version. 18 participants took part in the competition. Taking 1st place were Robby Thomas and […]

Submitted by: Wade Dale | Hairstyling teach Wade A. Dale, chaperone Marylin Delaurie, and students Madison Rausch and Maclyn Burghart travel to Thompson’s UCN building to compete in the “Traditional Bridal Up Do” for Northern Skills 2016 on March 3, 2016. Click any picture for a larger version. After an hour and 45 minuets and […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The weather co-operated on Sunday March 6, 2016 for the Annual Thunderhill Ski Area Mardi Gras. People of all ages came from all over the Valley and Saskatchewan, as far away as Inglis and Brandon, MB. Click any picture for a larger version. Everyone enjoyed the conditions and friendly atmosphere […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | The Swan Valley JV Girls Basketball Team played Virden on March 2, 2016 in Swan River for a berth at the AAA JV Girls Provincial Championship. The Tigers controlled the game from the beginning to the end, winning convincingly 44-25. Pictured above: JV Girls Team – Front Row: Julia Arp, […]

Submitted by: Dr. Leah Koetting Some of you may remember me as the resident doctor who worked with Dr. le Roux in the fall of 2014. Some of you know me now as your family doctor. Some of you think I look far too young to be doing this. Don’t worry! That will change with […]

Submitted by: Brenna Kichuk On March 4, 2016, the Minitonas Figure Skating Club hosted its annual carnival. The carnival was themed “On the Silver Screen”. Click any picture for a larger version. The evening contained many wonderful performances from approximately 25 skaters to songs from a variety of movies including The Minion Movie, Charlie and […]

Submitted by: Connie Beaudry | Bellsite’s 37th Annual Poker Derby took place on February 28, 2016. We had a fresh cover of snow to start the day. Prime winter temperatures gave us a near perfect day to be on the trail. Click any picture for a larger version. Good sponsorship from local businesses for donations, […]

Submitted by: Colin Baldwin | The Swan Valley Snowmobile Association held their 9th Annual Vintage Ride on Saturday, February 27, 2016. The day started out with a pancake breakfast hosted by the Bowsman and District Lions, which once again was a great success. Click any picture for a larger version. The vintage ride, even with […]

Submitted by: Mile Jones | On February 25, 2016 the Swan Valley School Division Middle Years School Valley Basketball championships were held at the SVRSS. The Minitonas Mustang girls team won the championship. Click picture for a larger version. Back (left to right): Madi Sagert, Alexa Stupak, Mr. Jones, Justyna Vandepoele, Ella Hart, Ellie Oakes, […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | The Swan Valley Girls JV Tigers basketball team poses for their ‘sink the ship’ moment. The Tigers beat Dauphin for the Zone Championship in two games straight. Click picture for a larger version. The Tigers will face Virden on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 4:00 pm at SVRSS in an […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Birch River Grade 6-8 class, taught by Ms. Kayla Vibe, received official notification on February 11, 2016 that they were selected as the winner of the Election Manitoba CitizenNext Video Challenge in the grade 7-8 category. Click picture for a larger version. As the winners in the category the class received […]

Submitted by: Edgar Yacyshyn | Durban dance which was held on the afternoon of Sunday February 21, 2016 was fun and enjoyed by all who attended. Thanks to the band called Border Connection for supplying the great old time music which everyone complemented on. Click any picture for a larger version. The afternoon was a […]

Submitted by: Craig Zamzow | The Swan Valley Atom Broncos faced the Roblin Stars in round one of the best of three Parkissimo League playoffs. The Broncos had home ice and hosted game one vs the Stars on Thursday, February 11, 2016. Click any picture for a larger version. The Broncos’ Brady Burghart opened the […]

Submitted by: Kristen Harness | The Benito Childcare Centre held a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, February 13, 2016 at the Benito Recreation Centre. All proceeds of the fundraiser breakfast went toward the Benito Childcare Centre. Click any picture for a larger version.

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | On Sunday, February 14, 2016 the Special Olympics Manitoba Swan Valley Tiger Fire Floor Hockey team played host to members of the Swan Valley Stampeders at SVRSS. Click any picture for a larger version. The Tiger Fire was very excited to be playing the Stamps and the energy level was […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The 9th Annual Mixed Bonspiel was held in Benito from Feb. 9-14, 2016 hosted by the Benito Rec Centre. 30 teams from around the Swan Valley & bordering Saskatchewan communities came together to compete in 4 events. Click any picture for a larger version. The week of activities consisted of […]

Submitted by: Paul Deneer | 180 individuals packed the Westwood Inn on Friday, February 12, 2016 for the annual North Mountain Riders Pickerel Supper fundraiser. Three flavours choices of pickerel was prepared for the hungry crowd. Click any picture for a larger version. The fundraiser included: A Chinese Auction, 50/50 and Live Auction. Marilyn Collinson […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | The Tigers have been successful in the last two tournaments, Dauphin Invitational on February 5 & 6, 2016 and then in Flin Flon, Haptnot Collegiate Invitational on February 12 & 13, 2016 winning second place in both tournaments. Click any picture for a larger version. Dauphin Tournament Feb 5 & […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Special Olympics Manitoba Parkland Region was very excited to receive a $2000 donation from the Swan Valley Credit Union’s Jeans Day Charity. Accepting the cheque for Special Olympics are Coach June Mosiondz and athletes Ricky Zimmer and Andy Brass. Presenting the cheque is Melissa Sollis, Swan Valley Credit Union Member […]

Submitted by: Lise Fraser | The Swan Valley JV Girls Basketball team traveled to The Pas on January 30, 2016 to take part in the MBCI Invitational Basketball Tournament. Click picture for a larger version. In the first game on Saturday morning, the Tigers played Frontier Collegiate Institute. The Tigers played a stingy man to […]

Submitted by: Janet White-Riddell | The Swan Valley Tigers Varsity Girls Basketball team hosted the 2nd annual Swan Valley Credit Union Classic tournament on Friday and Saturday, January 29 and 30, 2016. Click any picture for a larger version. Five teams out of town teams participated and our home team made it to the finals […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Credit Union Aquatic Centre | Richardson Recreation & Wellness Swan Valley Credit Union Aquatic Centre hosted its first ever “Free” Parent & Tot swim on Monday, January 25, 2016. Click any picture for a larger version. Over 50 were in attendance and it was a “splashing” success! Thanks to all who […]

Submitted by: Wade Kovachik | A Ukrainian New Year’s Dance was held on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the Cowan Community Centre. The Adrienne Gaudry Band from Brandon put on a good show and played into the early morning hours. The attendees may have been few, but the dance floor was full most of the […]

Submitted by: Blaine Campbell | The Swan River Novice Colts finished 4th at the 2nd Annual A&W / Funky Threadz Novice Tournament in The Pas during the weekend of January 8-10, 2015. Click picture for a larger version. Three round robin games were followed by a 3rd place vs 4th place game for the B-side […]

Submitted by: Carol Silverthorn | The Bowsman Community Skating Arena and the Bowsman Curling Club are excited to announce the winner of the first Round of Chase the Ace. Pam Therrns was the lucky winner of $3,598. Click picture for a larger version. We are hoping to begin a new round within the next two […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin Swan Valley Novice Broncos skated to the A side Championship undefeated at the 21st annual Novice Hockey Tournament A&W/Funky Threadz Cup hosted by The Pas from Jan 8-10, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. The Broncos 1st game on Friday was played in the GLMC, home of the OCN […]

Submitted by: Craig Zamzow | On January 8-10, 2015 the Swan Valley “B” Stampeders travelled to Flin Flon to participate in the Jason Morran Memorial Atom tournament. The team had enjoyed some practices, but this would be their first game action of the season. Click picture for a larger version. Back Row (L to R): […]

Submitted by: Carolyn Baldwin | Thunderhill Ski Club Inc. opening day on January 1, 2015 was a huge success. 91 people enjoyed a beautiful day on the slopes with frosted trees making it very scenic. Click any picture for a larger version. The conditions are very good, Markin Trail is excellent skiing and the Hogs […]

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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 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: 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 […]

Submitted by: Karen Gade | Benito United Church did not disappoint the 440 plus supporters who came to enjoy a tasty meal of roast turkey, ham, and all the trimmings on Sunday, October 25, 2015. Click any picture for a larger version. Volunteers gathered at the Rec. Centre kitchen before 10 a.m. to begin washing, […]

Submitted by: Patty Gattinger | The Swan Valley Ducks Unlimited committee hosted their 34th Annual Banquet and Auction on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at the War Veterans Community Hall. Click any picture for a larger version. With doors opening at 5:30 p.m. the evening began with numerous delicious hor d’oeuvres being served by the catering […]

Submitted by: Leigh Osatchuk | The Swan Valley Tigers played a great game against the visiting Virden Golden Bears on Friday afternoon. The weather co-operated, which enticed many fans out to show their support. Click any picture for a larger version. The game started slow with scoring having the Tigers strike first with a single […]

Submitted Story | It has been an exciting week for Paull Funeral Home. On Wednesday, October 21st, 2015, fourth generation Owner, Funeral Director and Embalmer Dana Paull received the prestigious Century Business Recognition Award. Pictured Above: President of Brandon Chamber of Commerce, Jordan Ludwig, Dana Paull, Manitoba Minister of Jobs and Economy Kevin Chief. Click […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | Laughter, music, and dancing abounded at the Swan River Senior Centre the last two Wednesday evenings. Click any picture for a larger version. On October 7 and 14, 2015 the Swan Valley Hoedowners hosted guest nights for anyone wanting to get a little experience learning the basics of square dancing. […]

ValleyBiz Story | Cori Poon (Hofford) and Carly Minish, who both grew up in the Swan Valley, submitted the top two winning food entries at the 2015 Great Manitoba Food Fight, a competition for Manitoba food entrepreneurs who have developed new and/or innovative food products. (Facebook | MB NDB Caucus) Pictured Above: Glenda Hart, Carly […]

ValleyBiz Story | On October 5, 2015, The Swan River Day Care Centre celebrated the Grand Opening of their newly purchased and renovated facility on Westwood Road. Pictured above, Minister Ron Kostyshyn, Lynda Parsons, Premier Greg Selinger Click any picture for a larger version. The province contributed $200,000 to the cost of purchasing and renovating […]