Flood Update #14 - July 10 Evening
Recovery efforts continue to make steady progress throughout the Swan Valley. The Town remains focused on supporting residents, coordinating recovery resources, and helping our community return to normal.
Support Centre
Today marked the final day of operations for the Town's Support Centre.
We would like to thank Spruce Products Limited for sponsoring and serving tonight's final meal, prepared by Chicken Chef. Any remaining meals were packaged and delivered to emergency responders and residents working on flood recovery.
Over the past 10 days, the Support Centre provided meals, recovery resources, and support to hundreds of residents affected by the flooding. We are incredibly proud to have been there for our community during this challenging time and sincerely thank the many volunteers, businesses, organizations, and staff who made it possible. While the Support Centre has now closed, the Town remains committed to supporting residents throughout the recovery process.
Emergency Social Services (ESS)
Emergency Social Services (ESS) has extended hotel accommodations and financial assistance until July 20 for eligible residents.
As the Town's meal program concludes, the Canadian Red Cross will begin coordinating meal deliveries for residents who remain in hotel accommodations.
Residents needing to contact ESS can call 1-866-626-4862.
Canadian Red Cross Recovery Support
Representatives from the Canadian Red Cross and Manitoba Emergency Management Organization (EMO) will be in Swan River next week to provide one-on-one recovery support.
Recovery specialists can assist with:
- Insurance claims
- Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) applications
- Recovery planning
- Available programs and services
- Navigating the recovery process
Location: Veterans Community Hall
Tuesday, July 14: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 15: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
If your home has been impacted by flooding, we encourage you to take advantage of this free service.
Landfill & Flood Debris Collection
To support ongoing cleanup efforts, the landfill will continue operating under extended hours:
- Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- NEW! Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Flood-damaged materials continue to be accepted free of charge.
Contractors also continue making passes through impacted neighbourhoods to collect flood debris placed on front lawns. As cleanup progresses, multiple collection passes will continue over the coming weeks.
Recovery Organizations
Recovery organizations continue preparing to expand their work throughout the community.
Team Rubicon has now established its operations in Swan River and is expected to begin assisting residents this weekend. They will work alongside Samaritan's Purse, Christian Aid Ministries, and Christian Disaster Relief to support flood recovery efforts.
Samaritan's Purse volunteer teams will also begin arriving next week, with additional cleanup support becoming available as more volunteers reach the community.
Information on how to register for Team Rubicon assistance will be shared as soon as it becomes available.
Residents who have not yet registered for cleanup assistance through Samaritan's Purse are encouraged to do so by calling 1-833-738-7743.
Flood Information Hub
As recovery continues, the Town's Flood Information Hub remains the best place to find up-to-date information and resources.
The Flood Hub includes:
- Current flood updates
- Recovery resources
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Safety information
- Contractor resource list
- Available community supports
Visit www.swanrivermanitoba.ca and click "Read More" on either the flood alert pop-up or the Flood Hub graphic on the homepage.
Thank You
As we continue moving through the recovery phase, we want to thank everyone who has contributed to these efforts. The support shown by residents, volunteers, businesses, community organizations, and recovery partners continues to make a tremendous difference.
While there is still work ahead, we continue to make meaningful progress each day. The Town of Swan River remains committed to supporting all residents throughout the recovery process and will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available.
There will be no Flood Reports over the weekend.