Notices

Online DFA application for the 2026 June 6-10 Severe Weather is now available
for impacted individuals to submit applications online. The application is available at
www.manitoba.ca/emo

A DFA application is available at our municipal office if you do not have access to
internet. There are also printable DFA application and Insurance Declaration Forms.

DFA-Application-English-pdf

Insurance-Declaration-Form-pdf

If you have been impacted by a disaster, you can call the municipal office and let us
know about your impacts and damages. 204-734-3344

Manitoba Emergency Management Organization (EMO) has a lot of information on the
DFA program available on their website, including frequently asked questions. We
encourage you to go to the website to learn more (www.manitoba.ca/emo).

You can connect directly with Manitoba EMO via email (dfa@gov.mb.ca) or phone call
(1-888-267-8298) should you have any more questions about DFA.

To modify or add additional items to your claim, send an email to emo@gov.mb.ca, include photos, claim number, and explanation of additional claim items. (eg. drywall replaced after June 6 flood, removed and replaced after June 30 flood.) EMO will determine if another assessment/inspection is required.

Anyone who wishes to donate money to flood relief in Swan Valley West will receive a charitable donation receipt. This money is NOT used for municipal expenses but is instead directed to individuals who have expenses not otherwise covered by insurance, disaster assistance etc.

You may make donations at the Municipality of Swan Valley West Offices – both Swan River and Benito locations –

We accept cash, debit, cheque and e-transfer to office@munswanvalleywest.com

Be sure to indicate in your e-transfer is for SVW Flood donation.

Notice of Registration For the office of Head of Council – between May 1, 2026 and September 22, 2026

For the office of Councillor – between June 30, 2026 and September 22, 2026

For LUD of Benito LUD Committee Member – between June 30, 2026 and September 22, 2026

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Water Line flushing will be Sept 17 & 18, 2026

You may see some temporary water discoloration from turbidity which may stain laundry.  It is advised to avoid doing laundry on these days. You may also see a temporary decrease in water pressure.

Please don’t be alarmed, as this is regular maintenance for the water system.

If you are interested in receiving access to the proposed rural water pipeline in Swan Valley West please complete the survey portion and return it to our office in person, via fax or email.

These surveys are also being sent via Canada Post to mail boxes.