Brandon Riverbank Inc. would like to officially announce the opening of its Assiniboine Canoe/Kayak Cove. Taking advantage of a created river inlet south of the centre, a paddling cove/docking station at the Brandon Riverbank has been developed that now provides easy access to the Assiniboine River and a safe place to launch canoes and kayaks. The Brandon Riverbank Inc., has been spearheading the long-term process of developing the Assiniboine River Corridor to be a gathering place connecting people with nature since 1995. For over twenty years, Brandon Riverbank Inc. has not only created a meeting place to celebrate and promote recreation and Manitoba’s breathtaking waterways but has provided residents in the City of Brandon with a serene and beautiful place for families to enjoy and pursue a healthy lifestyle. The area has become the home to many events that contribute to an active and prosperous community including a multitude of charity walks and runs, the City of Brandon’s Canada Day celebrations, meetings, family gatherings and much more. “This is a very exciting time for the Riverbank as this completed project will be a huge asset to our city residents and visitors,” said James Montgomery, GM of Brandon Riverbank Inc. “We can’t thank our funding partners enough for making this project a reality.” The Assiniboine Canoe / Kayak Cove project will enhance the cove area created by the floods of 2011 and 2014 by constructing a safe and accessible access to the cove for users to launch canoes or kayaks into the Assiniboine River. The Project will include the acquisition and  construction of both stationary and floating dock sections, dock anchoring and launch systems and riprap and vegetation on the bank of the river. This project would not have been possible without the support of the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, the City of Brandon, friends and leadership of the Brandon Riverbank, Inc. and the Brandon Area Community Foundation.

An award winning food truck out of Regina, The Frying Deutschmann will be appearing at Brandon's Food Truck Warz in 2022. Last year at the Saskatoon Food Truck Wars event, The Frying Deutschmann won the fan vote for favorite food truck vendor. Owner Tim Philip is originally from Souris, so the Brandon area is kind of like home for him. For Tim participating in Brandon's Food Truck Warz was a great opportunity for him to make a trip home and let his folks see what he really does for a living. In operation since 2019, the truck serves all homemade German comfort dishes including schnitzels, bratwurst, currywurst, and spaetzle. Adding to an amazing array of food vendors, this is the first time a German inspired food truck will be participating at Food Truck Warz. When asked why people should visit his truck Tim told bdnmb.ca "The best reason is always the food. We put a lot of love into everything we do, and it really shows".

The Wiggles brand new Big Show Tour! is coming to Brandon’s WMCA for two big shows, on Saturday, October, 22. The Wiggles are an Australian children’s music group formed in Sydney, New South Wales. The stop in Brandon is just of many that see the group traveling across Canada from St Johns to Vancouver. Showtimes in Brandon are 12:30pm and 3:30pm. Tickets for both Brandon shows go on-sale July 22 at 10:00am.

According to a post on their Facebook page, the Great Benjamins Circus will be in Brandon for two shows (Westoba Place at the Keystone Centre) on Thursday, August 11. Showtimes: 4:30pm & 7:00pm. Each show is approximately 90 minutes long and features clowns, acrobats, aerialists, and daredevils from around the world. Discount pre-sale tickets are now available at this link.

If you're looking to take a drive and check out some of the most discussed and popular restaurants and drive-ins in the province you need start following the Manitoba Small Town Drive-ins Review Facebook group. They recently shared a map of 154 dining destinations in Manitoba. The Facebook page is run by Stephanie and Kerry and since August of 2020 the couple has been driving all over rural Manitoba trying local restaurants and drive-ins and providing feedback on their visit. Group members are also encouraged to post pictures and positive reviews of their own experiences. The inclusion of the map is a great resource to assist followers locate a local hidden gem during their travels.