Brandon, Manitoba - Sunrise and Minnedosa Credit Unions are pleased to announce they are in discussions to merge operations, effective July 1st, 2020. The primary objective of the merger is to improve member service through an expanded geographic area, increase and improve product offerings, enhance career opportunities for employees, and drive greater operational efficiencies and cost savings through economies of scale. Brad Ross, General Manager, Minnedosa Credit Union states, "As a small, but strong credit union, Minnedosa has always done its due diligence by executing sound business plans and strategies designed to serve our members, employees and community.  To allow us to continue to serve our communities well into the future the Board of Directors and I are confident that a merger with Sunrise Credit Union is the best way to do that.” Both Minnedosa and Sunrise Credit Unions are member-owned and community focused.  It is these foundational and co-operative philosophies that bring these two like-minded organizations together. “Minnedosa and Sunrise have worked together for years now, pooling resources together to support regional initiatives.  Collaborating on initiatives that bring benefit to the communities we serve throughout Southwestern Manitoba is something we routinely do as part of the cooperative movement,” says Tim Klassen, President and CEO of Sunrise Credit Union.  He goes on to say, “It would be a great pleasure to officially welcome Minnedosa Credit Union to the Sunrise family.” An information meeting will be held on October 16, 2019 at 7 p.m. at the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre, 63 Main St. N. Minnedosa, MB and members of both credit unions will have a chance to vote on the proposed merger.  Minnedosa members can place their votes on Tuesday, November 5th at the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre, 63 Main St. N. Minnedosa, MB and Sunrise members can vote on Wednesday, November 6th at Sunrise Credit Union, 2nd Floor, 2305 Victoria Avenue, Brandon, MB. (submitted)

Don't miss this chance to enjoy really big savings! Direct Wholesale Furniture, Appliances and Mattresses is holding a massive factory blowout mattress sale inside the Provincial Ex Dome Building on the grounds at the Keystone Centre. The building is stocked full of new inventory and all mattresses are priced to sell (60-80% off retail). Prices start as low as $129.99 for a doubles and $169.99 for queen sized mattresses. Saturday 9 am to 8 pm Sunday 12 am to 5 pm

Precision Toyota is now operating their business out of their new 29,000 square feet building located at 424-18th St. North. A few years ago, ownership decided that it was time to construct a new building as they had outgrown their current space. Construction on the new facility started in March of last year. Many factors were taken into consideration in the design of the new building including increasing the overall customer experience. The larger floor plan provides space for more cars in the showroom, additional service bays and a roomier customer lounge. Local contractors, including 20 different trades, were hired to complete the build. As for the old building, half of the building is set to become the new detail centre while the other half will be knocked down.

Budget Blinds of Southwest Manitoba is excited to bring their Customer Appreciation Showcase to Brandon Friday, October 4 – Saturday, October 5, 2019, as part of the Thank You Manitoba Tour. Owner & Consultant of Budget Blinds SW Manitoba, Sue Swarbrick explained that after eight great years in business, it is time to celebrate with the customers that make it all possible. "We want to gather our customers together in celebration of relationships made along the way while decorating their homes and businesses," said Swarbrick Brandon is one of five stops on the tour. The showcase will also set up shop in Portage la Prairie, Steinbach, Dauphin and Swan River. Like anything in the world, technology has forced some significant advancements in the industry. The staff at Budget Blinds has put together a high-end display that will showcase these advancements to the marketplace. "There is always something new in our industry like retrofit motors," added Swarbrick. "At Budget Blinds, we pride ourselves on providing style and service for every budget. We have the best warranties in the industry, and we offer products from over 25 reputable vendors.” There is never a bad time to transform your home's interior to something you've always dreamed of, and Budget Blinds is here to make those aspirations come true. For more information on Budget Blinds of Southwest Manitoba and how the transformation specialists can help change your life, make a stop in and see them at their showroom on 381 Park Avenue East, Unit B in Brandon

Brandon, Manitoba – Central 1 Credit Union (Central 1) announced the winners of its first annual AmpliFI Awards at its Momentum 2019 conference on Monday, and Sunrise Credit Union was honoured to be one of the five recipients. Sunrise Credit Union won the Supercharge Award for Best Campaign for an organization that has gone above and beyond to reinvent their customer acquisition strategy using Central 1 products and services. The Sunrise Supports Small Business campaign ran in September and October of 2018. The strategy of the campaign was to grow awareness of our business services among the communities we serve and to acquire new business members. The campaign involved social media, bus shelter ads, in-branch TV ads, newspaper and radio ads. As well, some business members recorded a simple ‘selfie’ style promo video that was distributed on social media channels and was played at a Chamber of Commerce luncheon. The campaign resulted in a 35 per cent increase in new commercial accounts. VP of Branch Operations Ted Billeck and Marketing Manager Terri Roulette McCartney accepted the award on behalf of Sunrise at the conference. “We opened our advertising platforms to our small business owners, kind of like a pay-it forward-thank-you,” said Marketing Manager Terri Roulette McCartney, “While we improved our relationships with our current members, non-members quickly realized the value to them joining Sunrise as well.” The AmpliFI Awards honour financial institutions that have focused on delivering an innovative technology-focused solution, customer acquisition strategies, or financial institutions that have given back to their community beyond a monetary contribution.