It was a day to remember in Swan River on Wednesday afternoon.
Chief Nelson Genaille of the the Sapotaweyak Cree Nation was on hand to announce the development of a state-of-the-art Microtel by Wyndham. The new hotel will be on Highway 10, roughly two kilometres from Main Street in Swan River.
"We went back to the community and asked what we needed through a feasibility study," said Genaille. "This is what they came back with, and now, we're going to build it."
Genaille is looking forward to seeing the economic impacts the new hotel will bring. From staff to a new place for people to stay, this beautiful new hotel will be a hot spot in the community for years to come.
"When you look at the spin-offs from the Junior A hockey team, there aren't many options for visiting teams to stay," continued Genaille. "This includes minor hockey teams coming into town, the rodeo, and other events that come to town."
The hotel will include a pool and waterslide, along with a continental breakfast and 76 units.
There will also be a 6,500-square-foot Conference Centre.
"There will be an opportunity to host bingo. After COVID, people need to start getting back to living," said Genaille. "Weddings can be hosted, socials, and so much more. Anything is possible with the conference centre."
Chief Genaille anticipates opening the doors in August of 2026.
"I've always wanted more venues, economic development, economic opportunity," ended Genaille. "There are so many dying towns in Urban areas. With this being done, the spin-offs are going to be awesome for everyone."
