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The province is investing $230,400 to support French-language mathematics education for students in grades 1 through 9.
The funding ensures students in French and French immersion programs can continue accessing the Netmath online platform for the 2025-26, 2026-27, and 2027-28 school years.
Education and Early Childhood Learning minister Tracy Schmidt says strong math skills are essential to student success, and the government is committed to providing French-language educators and students with the best tools available
Netmath is a Canadian-developed, fully bilingual platform aligned with Manitoba’s mathematics curriculum.
The investment will support about 12,000 students and their teachers annually across Manitoba’s French and French immersion programs.
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Almost two years after a man was stabbed and killed outside of the Swan River EMS Building, the matter is still making its way through the courts.
One of the accused, 42-year-old Tyrone Guiboche, was back in Swan River Provincial Court this past Wednesday.
He faces one count of manslaughter, and is due back in court on February 4th.
Meanwhile, a Swan River man arrested in connection with a report of shots fired last month outside of a home on the Sapotaweyak Cree Nation was also back in court.
34-year-old Joshua Stevens faces sseveral charges and has been remanded back into custody until February 18th.
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A byelection has been planned for March 17th to fill a vacancy on Town of Carberry council.
The vacancy came about after Councillor Mike Sudak stepped down in early December.
Nomination papers are now available at the Town of Carberry office and must be turned back in by February 9th.
No date has been set yet for advanced voting in case only one or no candidates come forward.
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The Town of Swan River is notifying its residents that the Town office on Main Street will be operating under limited services this Monday between 10:30 and 4:30.
Due to an update to their financial system on that day, the town office will not be able to process payments, issue receipts, issue invoices, or look up amounts during that time.
Swan River residents requiring financial services at the town office are encouraged to do so between 8:30 and 10:30 AM on Monday, or at any time during business hours on any other day.
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Swan River RCMP arrested a 26 year old man on impaired driving related charges on January 6th.
Officers located the vehicle on the side of the road, the suspect was found unconscious with the vehicle running on Road 158 West.
When the suspect woke, the officers took him into custody. His blood alcohol level was over three times the legal limit.
The man charged has been released and will appear in court.
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The Parkland Crisis Centre and Women's Shelter is a space for women and children who are experiencing intimate partner or family violence.
A space is provided for those affected to get back on their feet and choose a new path in life. They help with housing and community members. You do not have to be in crisis to access their services as they offer counselling to non-residential clients.
Staff do counselling with their residential clients daily. Topics include healthy relationships, setting boundaries, red flags, and the cycle of abuse, to name a few. There is also different programming offered. They include anger solution, healthy relationships, and nobody's perfect parenting.
For the most part, counselling is client-led, based on what they feel will help them.
The facility has been welcoming donations over the months, and they're very grateful for the community's support.
"We find with most clients they are very grateful to be here," said Emma Livingston, shelter counsellor. "That's why we are so grateful to the community. We do get funding for the basics. We need to get the other stuff. Lots of the stuff the community donates, like menstrual products, hygiene, goes into our room packages."
Rooms are then set up for the women who come in.
"So we try to have everything they could need already set up for them," continued Livingston. "If there are other things they feel they need, they can come up to us. Then we'll figure it out to help them."
If you are experiencing domestic violence and need the services of the Parkland Crisis Centre and Women's Shelter, you can call the Crisis line at 204-638-9484. You can also call toll-free at 1-877-977-0007.
"If you are in a situation of domestic, intimate partner, or family violence, call our Crisis line, and you'll talk to one of our shelter staff," said Livingston. "We'll go through an intake assessment to determine the situation. We will try to figure out if there is room in the shelter, and what we can do moving forward to help."
The facility is 24/7.
The Centre is also looking for donations. Due to limited space at this time, they are unable to accept bedding, clothes, and shoes.
"We are looking for women's deodorant. Adult toothpaste, we could use a few kids' toothbrushes," ended Livingston. "Things like paper towels and toilet paper are going through quickly. We are looking for new or gently used children's toys. We are hoping to update our children's space."
They're also looking for razors, conditioner, batteries, dryer sheets, and grocery store gift cards. You can see the full list here. If you have the means to donate, please call ahead of time to set up a drop-off time. The number is 622-4626.
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American-made alcohol was a hot commodity in Manitoba last month.
Between December 8 and 31, Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries brought in an estimated $6.9 million in retail value from the sale of American-made alcohol at stores and its various commercial partners.
American-made liquor was removed from shelves last February as part of moves against the American tariffs on Canadian goods. The province temporarily lifted that ban last month.
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The second full week of 2026 is almost here.
As the calendar switched from 2025 to 2026, you may have started thinking about New Year's resolutions. It's a common thing for many. Whether you've decided to travel more this year, spend more time with your family and friends, or eat healthier, setting resolutions can be good for some to reach their goals.
If reading more in 2026 is a resolution of yours, the Dauphin Public Library could be your best friend this year.
With books of all genres, Trent Pachkowski says they have over 6,000 books on hand.
While the chances of finding exactly what you're looking for are great with their selection, if you don't, Pachkowski says they still have you covered.
"We have 22 other branches that we can always bring books in from," said Pachkowski. "We can also bring them in from Winnipeg, Portage, or Brandon. So the options are pretty much never-ending."
Besides the 6,000 books, you'll have plenty to do to pass the time.
"There are magazines for people to borrow, movies to borrow. There are public access computers to print off resumes or complete projects for school," added Pachkowski.
They also have free WI-FI and programming throughout the year. You do need a library card to borrow anything. You can get one at 504 Main Street North in Dauphin. You'll need an official piece of identification.
It takes less than five minutes to get yours.
"If you live in Dauphin or any of the surrounding municipalities that we serve, there is no charge," ended Pachkowski. "If you're paying property taxes or renting, you're covered."
If reading more is what you want, the Dauphin Public Library has you covered.
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The Swan River RCMP are looking to recover stolen items and find two suspects.
On Monday, officers responded to a break and enter at a school on 2nd Street South in the community. The utility shed on the property was broken into overnight, and a snowblower worth over $5,000 was stolen.
Two suspects took the snowblower to a light gray or tan Dodge truck that was waiting for it to be loaded up. The suspects then fled the scene.
If you have any information, call the Swan River RCMP at 734-4686.
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The RM of Dauphin wants folks to remember By-Law #3047.
It's to regulate open-air fires. Ernie Sirski, RM of Dauphin reeve, says if you're having a BBQ or having a fire in an approved firepit, you don't need a burn permit.
"In other words, if you want to burn some stubble, straw, windrows, we're going to ask you to apply for a burn permit," said Sirski. "It's not unusual compared to what we had before."
If you don't have an email and need a burn permit, you can still submit paper forms at the RM's office. If you have an email, doing so online is quick and easy.
"As soon as you apply, the permit is valid," ended Sirski. "You don't have to wait as you do in person. It's a direct feed that goes to the RM and the Fire Department."
Fires must always be supervised, controlled, and meet all safety requirements. Bill #3047 ensures safety, protects property, and helps the RM manage fire services efficiently.
You can view the rules of the by-law here. You can apply for a permit through the RM's website.
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The Town of Swan River is reminding its business owners about the community's snow removal policy.
Every business has until 10 am the day following a snowfall to remove any snow and ice from their sidewalk.
The Town says failing to do so within 24 hours could lead to Swan River crews removing the snow and ice themselves, with the business being billed for the costs to do so.
Businesses in Swan River with questions or comments on the snow removal law can contact tyhe town office at 204-734-4586.
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