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.

Looking for some new decor, or a unique gift for a special person? GO Creations May have exactly what you’re looking for! Gary Olmstead is a retired farmer, a Grandpa, steak BBQ’er extraordinaire, and jack of all trades!  His beautiful pallet wood decor has been working its way into homes, gardens and cottages all across the country!  There’s something for everyone, and he stands behind his quality workmanship! GO Creations (Gary Olmstead Creations) got its start 3 years ago as a part time retirement pastime. Using refurbished pallet boards as the basis for his designs, he incorporates metal, resin and/or other materials to create plaques, flower pot holders, miniature lantern poles, etc. Each is a unique western, nautical or gardening design, no two are the same! His creations are available at various craft sales throughout southwestern Manitoba or on Facebook under ‘GO Creations’.  

A competition is currently underway to determine who has Brandon's best burger. Voting started today and runs until October 11. The participants range from large franchise restaurants to local independent restaurants, but they all have one thing in common: they make a great burger. Eleven local restaurants are competing including Joe Beeverz, Smitty's, The Dock, T-Birds, and Original Joe's. Benny's Restaurant, who won the Burger Brawl last year with their Chorizo Burger, returns to the competition to defend their title. The event, presented by Assiniboine Community College, has a number of prizes available to those who vote including two tickets to Assiniboine Community College’s Harvest on the Hill and an Assiniboine picnic package. A full list of rules and participating restaurants can be found at this link.