BRANDON MB, November 29 ,2018—Westman Communications Group has been selected as one of Manitoba’s Top 30 Employers for 2019. The provincial award recognizes Manitoba employers that are leaders in their industries as an exceptional place to work. Westman was selected as a Top Employer based on a list of criteria, including physical workplace environment, atmosphere, benefits, vacation, community involvement, and their skills and training development. The selection process compares employer applicants to other organizations in their field to determine which offers the most advanced and progressive programs. “We are very proud to be recognized for the second year in a row as one of Manitoba’s top 30 business employers,” stated Dave Baxter, President and Chief Executive Officer of Westman Communications Group. “With innovation being one of our key corporate values, we are always looking for new ways to implement forward-thinking initiatives in our workplace. This provincial award reflects our commitment to that value as well as our other corporate values of community, customer experience, integrity and teamwork.” Winners were announced in a special edition magazine published by The Winnipeg Free Press.

The new and improved 17,000 square foot Shoppers Drug Mart opened this morning at Shoppers Mall. Photo Credit - Ernie Mallis Shoppers Drug Mart was purchased by Loblaws for 12.4 billion dollars in 2014.

BRANDON, MANITOBA--(November 13, 2018) – Following a successful merger with HomeLife Home Professional Realty in April 2017; RE/MAX Valleyview Realty is excited to take the next step in their business plan by moving to a brand new office (1209 Richmond Ave) on May 1, 2019.   RE/MAX Valleyview Realty is home to 37 Real Estate Professionals that serve the Western Manitoba area, providing realty services to over 30 communities including Brandon.   The new building features over 9,450 square feet, of which RE/MAX Valleyview Realty will occupy over 3,874 square feet. The modern design will provide the real estate professionals with the ability to work in an environment with cutting edge technology, fantastic parking and exposure allowing every advantage possible to provide excellent customer service to clients.   For information on leasing some of the remaining 5,577 square feet please contact your favorite RE/MAX Valleyview Realty Agent at 204-729-3550.

Courtney's Cake Creations today (via their Facebook page) made an announcement that they will have a brand new location starting in the new year.   According to the post, the new location will be just down the street from Crocus Plains on the corner of 1st and Patricia Ave.  Currently located at D1-122-18th Street they serve a tasty and wide selection of custom-order cakes, cupcakes, cookies, macaroons, and sweet treats.  No official opening date for the new location was announced.

The first Tweed-branded pot shop is set to open in Brandon.  A grand opening event has been scheduled for Thursday, November 8.  The Canadian cannabis company is located at 2705 Victoria Ave.  They have been producing high-quality cannabis products since 2014 and they were the first licensed cannabis producer to offer their recreational products from coast to coast.  Several other prospective cannabis retailers are working on opening in the Wheat City including Delta 9 and Tokyo Smoke.