To celebrate 50-years of McDonald's in Canada, guests from coast-to-coast can enjoy a classic hamburger, at a classic price This year marks McDonald's Canada's 50th anniversary and to celebrate the iconic brand is offering Canadians a special gift: 67¢ hamburgers – in recognition of its 1967 birthday. On Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm specially priced hamburgers will be available in McDonald's® restaurants across the country. Over the last 50 years, McDonald's Canada has been a place where people, families and communities have come together to share many moments. While it has already been a busy year of celebrations, with the introduction of All-Day Breakfast Selections and launch of McDelivery, this special 67¢ hamburger offer tops things off. In addition, tomorrow, McDonald's Canada is hosting special events in three restaurants across the country to celebrate brand excitement from coast to coast. The restaurants are located in Calgary (the first restaurant in Alberta), London (the first restaurant in Eastern Canada) and Dartmouth (the first restaurant in Nova Scotia). These events will feature nostalgic decorations, classic images over the past 50 years, as well as attendance by local dignitaries and special VIPs – potentially Ronald McDonald® himself. Quote "It's amazing to think that a single BC location that started in 1967 has grown to over 1,400 restaurants across Canada," said John Betts, President and CEO, McDonald's Canada. "This is a true testament to what the passion, spirit and support of guests, franchisees and employees can do. Looking ahead, we're excited about our future and continuing to share special moments, like today, with Canadians from coast to coast." Facts McDonald's Canada serves close to 3 million guests every day McDonald's Canada is the 2nd market to open after the U.S. 1977, the first Canadian Drive-Thru opened in Regina 1977, the first McHappy Day® was held by Founder George Cohon 1995, the first McFlurry® was created by franchisee Ron McLellan in Bathurst, New Brunswick 2011, the launch of McCafé® 2017, McDonald's has served more than 177 million cups of coffee The 67¢ hamburgers are limited to three per customer in-restaurant purchase only and while supplies last Guests are encouraged to share their favourite McDonald's moments online from the past 50 years using #McDonalds50th.

Back in January 15, 2017, Cory & Nicole won the user vote to win a $3,000 credit towards their bathroom makeover courtesy of Contractors Corner. There were four different bathrooms to select from and their bathroom received just over 37% of the vote. Below are a series of pictures of the bathroom before, and after, the renovation.  Thanks to Geoff and everyone over at Contractors Corner for sponsoring this promotion and to everyone who entered/voted.  Photos by Caley Brown.  BEFORE AFTER

With a summer that's been all about maple syrup, poutine and beaver tails, one company is making sure BBQ roasted pork is among this iconic Canadian food list. The pioneer of the toasted sandwich, Quiznos, is "pulling" out the stops to make the months of August and September a party for Canadian BBQ roasted pork lovers. To kick off the celebration, on Tuesday, August 1 Quiznos will be offering a buy-one-get-one free offer for its two new BBQ pulled pork sandwiches made from 100 per cent Canadian pork. "This is our chance to thank, and show our pride for, the farmers of Canada and connect their important work to Canada's 150th birthday," said George Jeffrey, Quiznos' Chief Operating Officer. "One hundred and fifty years ago, 80 per cent of Canadians lived in rural markets. Today, less than 20 per cent do, yet rural produce remains a key economic driver." Canada is the world's third-largest pork exporter, sending more than $2.6 billion worth of pork products to over 100 countries around the globe every year. Quiznos sources its pork from Lou's Barbeque Company in Stoney Creek, Ontario. Starting with a quality pork shoulder, it is seasoned with simple ingredients to allow the natural flavours to shine through. The next step adds flavour and tenderness that is all about patience. Lou's Barbeque smokes the pork for almost two hours to create a rich smoky flavor in Canada's largest open rack smokehouse. Low temperatures and slow roasting on open racks retains moisture and increases the tenderness of the meat creating a truly mouthwatering experience. Tenderness is enhanced by further slow cooking the pork for nine hours leading to classic, pull-apart pork. Available until the end of September, the two Canadian-inspired sandwiches include the following: Southern Style saluting traditional backyard BBQ pits with melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese and tangy pickles. Spicy Chipotle a fusion of pulled pork, ham, smoky bacon, melted cheddar cheese, jalapeños, pickles, sautéed onions and tomatoes. Both toasted signature sandwiches are offered on a variety of artisan breads and include Quiznos' Zesty Grill Sauce and chipotle mayo.

I am often asked why I live in Brandon. When they ask they have a look or sound of judging curiosity. I have a stock answer that I use, my husband lives there, which usually garners a chuckle and then the conversation is over. I do that because I get tired of people wondering why I live here, which maybe unfair considering all of the other places in the world I have lived. Here is my real answer to that same question, why do I live here? Brandon is the second largest city in the province of Manitoba. It covers a geographic area of 43 square kilometers (26 miles) and is home to over 48,000 people according to the 2016 Census. Brandon hosts a trading area population of over 180,000 and is kindly known as the Wheat City. Beyond statistics and mapped area, Brandon can be characterised as a dynamic little-big town. Brandon has the ambiance of a small town with the services of a larger city. It can offer you a relatively seamless traffic commute at any time of day, which can boast a ten-minute car ride from our north to south borders. Or if you prefer, a walk from end to end could take anywhere from 60-90 minutes depending on your route and your pace. You will know that you have become a Brandonite when you complain the drive across town took you 15 and not 10 minutes, as expected. Because we are located in a prairie province we have extreme weather patterns but the summers are something that will sink into your psyche and compel you to survive the winters. A prairie summer is full of hot sunny days with hours-long sunrises and sunsets. If you have never experienced the summer sunrise over a wheat field in full bloom Brandon is the place you want to try that first, it is truly an expression of our place and our people. It is a gentle reminder of possibilities, adventure and a sweet quiet calm that washes over you. It is one of our forever treasures. Brandon has grown into the regional centre for the province due to location and available industry and services. Our demographics have changed and grown with the infusion of multiple cultures when Maple Leaf Consumer Foods double-shifted their pork production plant, and with citywide immigration influences. Without a doubt, you will feel the sense of community in Brandon at your first encounter. Whether you enter from the north and roll into the valley or from the south and glide into the booming 18th street corridor, the emotion of the city will be communicated through the friendly faces, beautiful flower programs, known coffee shops and the long line up at the Dairy Queen in the summer. We like our geographic smallness and we appreciate the big amenities that help us medically, spiritually, emotionally and physically. If you asked people why they live in Brandon they would likely tell you it is because of its size and available services, maybe because it is close to family or home to the Wheat Kings. But at the heart of why people move here, and stay here, is Brandon offers a compact, well-serviced, economically viable place to build a life and a family. Brandon has a way of weaving itself into the fabric of your life; we are our own Hotel California, you can check out, but you never really leave…and we are betting you won’t want to.

The Keystone Centre will be a very coulourful place on Sunday, September the 10th when Skate Brandon hosts a 5 km colour run/walk in the Wheat City. The run will start and finish at the Keystone Centre grounds from 10-noon. Registration the day of the event starts at 8 am. Your registration includes entry into the run, colour packs, water throughout the run and an awesome experience! As this is a fun event, the 5 km walk/run will not be timed. Costumes are encouraged. Online registration for Colour Run opened on Tuesday, July the 11th.  Early bird registration before August 10th is only $35.  After, August the 10th the fee increases to $45.  Children 7 and under are free however you still do need to register.  Registration closes Saturday, September the 2nd and no walk-up registrations will be taken.  Come ready to have a great day of fun and leave a little bit more colourfull. For additional information, or to resister click here.