Westman Communications Group (WCG) has appointed its 2026 Board of Directors. Announced at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 29, the 2026 Board of Directors will comprise 11 members, including four new appointees. WCG members democratically elect the Board of Directors, which consists of representatives from across the communities it serves. This year’s new appointees include Brent Ewasiuk (Forrest), Gillian Halwas (Inglis), and Chris Sobchuk (Brandon) (re-elected) as Board Directors, and Tamra Rapsky (Minnedosa) as Treasurer. Returning members include Dan Robertson (Brandon) as Board Chair, Savaughn Peddle- Hastings (Souris) as 1st Vice Chair, Mike Brolund (Brandon) as 2nd Vice Chair, Gail Janz (Brandon) as Secretary, and returning as Board Directors are Dave Mahoney (Brandon), Terry McLenehan (Minnedosa), and Lorne Zacharias (Elm Creek). “I’d like to congratulate and warmly welcome our 2026 Board of Directors,” said WCG President & CEO Bud Keys. “The Board, democratically elected by our members, reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Westman region. This group of 11 community leaders plays a critical role in providing strategic direction. We look forward to working closely with them to ensure WCG continues to evolve and deliver exceptional value to all our members.” For more information on WCG’s Board of Directors, visit westmancom.com/about-us/company-profile/board-of-directors.

December 3, 2025 – The Keystone Centre and the Keystone Centre Foundation are pleased to announce the inaugural Family Fun Day, taking place Saturday, December 20th from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m, supporting the Keystone Centre Foundation. This free community event will be hosted throughout the north end of the Keystone Centre, including areas supported by our naming rights partners, Assiniboine Credit Union and Flynn. Families and community members are invited to enjoy an afternoon of music, food, interactive activities, and holiday-themed fun, all designed to celebrate community spirit and bring people together during the festive season. “We’re proud to welcome the community into the Keystone Centre for a day of connection, learning, and holiday fun,” said Barry Cooper, Executive Director of the Keystone Centre Foundation. “Our goal is to make this a memorable celebration that will expose people to parts of the facility that they may not otherwise visit.” The Keystone Centre Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to Pattison Media (Star FM and Q Country Radio), who will serve as the primary media partners for Family Fun Day, helping to share the excitement with families across Westman. Gratitude is also extended to Assiniboine Credit Union, naming rights partner of the ACU Ag Centre, as well as Old Dutch, Canada Packers, Pinnacle Event Rentals, Trident Event Group, Stacey Gabriel Photography, Sunrise Credit Union, and Pepsi for their generous support and contributions towards making this event possible. The Keystone Centre will be sharing more information about the activities and partners involved in making this Family event possible across their social media channels, and website. Stay tuned for updates as we move closer to Family Fun Day!

Photo: Wheat City Wheatless Goods Facebook Brandon’s bakery scene is about to get a unique new addition with the upcoming launch of Wheat City Wheatless Goods, a fully gluten-free bakery opening December 6, 2025. The business aims to fill a long-standing gap in the community by offering safe, high-quality baked goods made entirely without gluten. The menu will feature a selection of cookies, cupcakes, muffins, macarons, and other baked goods, all crafted with the same care and creativity found in traditional bakeries. As the December 6 opening approaches, anticipation is building. Residents looking for gluten-free treats — or simply eager to support a new local business — will soon have a fresh and flavorful option right here in Brandon. Location: 1203 Princess Ave. Facebook page.

Outback Presents and Chambers Touring are proud to announce that global comedy superstar Jimmy Carr is returning to Canada with his biggest national tour ever. The brand-new show, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny, will hit an unprecedented 31 cities across the country, a first for an international comedian. The tour will play coast to coast, kicking off in Victoria on September 16, 2026 and wrapping up in St. John’s on November 22, 2026. This will mark Jimmy’s first time in Brandon for a performance at Assiniboine Credit Union Place on Sunday November 15, 2026. Tickets go on-sale Friday, December 5 at 10 AM at jimmycarr.com. Known worldwide for his lightning-quick wit, dark one-liners and unmistakable laugh, Jimmy Carr remains one of the most successful and best-selling comedians on the planet. A master of razor-sharp humour, he has toured to over 40 countries, sold millions of tickets, and continues to be one of the most streamed stand-ups of the last decade. His most recent tour, Terribly Funny 2.0, surpassed one million tickets worldwide and saw him perform 293 shows across 145 cities in a single year—cementing his reputation as one of the hardest-working acts in comedy. Following his sold-out 2023 tour, Jimmy Carr returns to Canada with his fifth and most ambitious Canadian tour yet, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. Alongside time-honoured cities such as Toronto, Vancouver, Montréal, Calgary, Ottawa, Halifax and Winnipeg, this tour will bring Jimmy to new markets he has never performed in before, expanding his Canadian footprint further than ever. Don’t miss Jimmy Carr coming to a city near you in Fall 2026. Tickets go on sale for the public in all markets on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 10 AM local on jimmycarr.com.  

In a statement released on their webpage, as well as Facebook, Sioux Valley Dakota Nation announced today that the Dakota Nation Winterfest will be postponed for 2026. "We are pleased to confirm that Dakota Nation Winterfest will return in January 2027, where we look forward to welcoming everyone back for a strong, vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture, sport, and community". Dakota Nation Winterfest is a long standing tradition in Western Manitoba and is a combination of cultural and aboriginal sports. The festival encompasses activities and events for all age groups including a square dance competition, talent show, wacipi, basketball, volleyball and moccasin games. One of the more popular events each year is the adult and minor hockey tournaments drawing teams from all over Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.