BRANDON, MANITOBA--(April 1, 2017) – The respective ownership groups from HomeLife Home Professional Realty and Remax Valleyview Realty are pleased to announce they are merging their companies effective April 1, 2017. The merger is seen as the most ideal shift for HomeLife Home Professional Real Estate following an extensive search for a new broker to replace Eleanor McCallum, the company’s current broker, who plans to retire after a very successful 20+ year career in real estate under the HomeLife Higher Standards™ Brand. Jason Roblin, CEO of Vionell Holdings Partnership (a shareholder of HomeLife Home Professional Realty) says “HomeLife has been a great franchise to work with, their team led by Joseph Lo has been very supportive and accommodating. Unfortunately, there are very few Real Estate Brokers out there who do not already own a brokerage in each market. After realizing attracting a new broker to replace Eleanor McCallum would not be very likely, we began to look at merger options and are happy about the opportunity that has come from this decision”. Mr. Roblin also notes “The team at Remax Valleyview is led by Dave Town, Jodi Logan, Graham Garden and Christie Garden-Conway who I am confident are going to be a very good fit for the agents currently with HomeLife who are looking forward to what the merger will do in terms of continuing a sustainable future for their careers in real estate.” The new formed brokerage will operate under the Remax banner and combine staff at the existing Remax Valleyview office located at 1040 Princess Avenue. Both agencies look forward in working together to provide excellent service to customers in the Brandon and surrounding areas. No administrative positions were negatively affected as a result of this transaction. HomeLife Realty Serices Inc. will continue to search for a replacement to reestablish an office in Brandon and expand throughout Manitoba in order to continue to service its numerous customers. Headquartered in Brandon, Manitoba, Vionell Holdings Partnership (VHP) has operations in Brandon and Thompson. VHP provides rental housing and property management for an array of residential and commercial customers, including Condominium Management. VHP currently has over 2,500 units under management in Manitoba.  

A local restaurant, Pizza Express has been recognized as the Family Enterprise Xchange Family Enterprise of the Year in Manitoba for 2017.  The award, dished out annually now for 10 years, is set out “to recognize, celebrate and promote the achievements of Canadian family businesses and the considerable contribution they make to both their local communities and our national economy.” Pizza Express, started in 1982, has now been in business in Brandon for over 35 years serving unique, handmade, high-quality food including pizza, pasta, subs, salads and poutines. Combining a solid food program, with a focus on friendly service and reasonable prices, they have been voted the #1 restaurant in Brandon on Trip Advisor in both 2013 and 2014. Pizza Express will now be representing Manitoba at the National level for Canada's Family Business of the Year being held at the Family Enterprise Symposium June 12, 2017, in Halifax, NS. Pizza Express Website

As reported first on bdnmb.ca, new management for Oak Island Resort and Golf Course, official release below. Four Seasons and Mulligan's Ventures Ltd. are excited to announce that effective March 1, 2017 Mulligan's has taken over Oak Island Resort. Four Seasons is proud of the business that has been established over the years and the valuable relationships that have been formed. Four Seasons and staff have worked hard over the past 12 years building on the vision of the Henderson family to create an escape for families to enjoy and create lasting memories. The construction of the Les Furber championship 18 hole golf course and expansion of the campground to 400 fully serviced sites including pools has attracted many people to the Island. There have been many new homes constructed over the years and the Island continues to grow. We are excited for the future of the Island as a family destination. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mulligan’s Ventures has built and operated Mulligan’s Driving Range, in Brandon since 1999 and Vector Promotions, a promotional product company since 2007. Trevor McGill’s passion is in turf grass management, golf course management, and branding and marketing. He has his Level 3 USGTF golf teaching certification and has developed a successful Junior Golf Academy that he plans to build and grow. Mulligan's intends to carry on Four Seasons vision of creating an escape for our customers and is looking forward to the future. We are very grateful for our customers patronage over the years and while we find it necessary to focus on continuing growth in the RV business in Manitoba and Colorado we are confident that Mulligan's will continue to build these relationships.

Local golf entrepreneur Trevor Mcgill will be taking on a large project this spring. BDNMB.CA has learned that Oak Island Golf, roughly 35 minutes west of Brandon, will be leased to Trevor and his partners for the upcoming season, and beyond. Trevor currently owns/operates Mulligans Driving Range & Practice Centre and is a Certified USGTF Level 3 Golf teaching Professional. Kenny Shields and Streetheart Farewell Tour Kenny Shileds and Streetheart, will bring their Farewell Tour to The 40 on April the 15th. Streetheart, one of Canada's premiere Classic rock acts, have recorded a total of six studio albums and one double live album. Their string of hits include “Action”, “Hollywood”, “Under My Thumb”, “Look In Your Eyes”, “What Kind of Love Is This”, “One More Time” and “Snow White” The show is being billed as their final show ever in Brandon. Advance tickets to the show are available at The Trails West Motor Inn front desk for $25.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});  

Krevco Lifestyles in Brandon has closed their doors, as of February 28th. Krevco, best known for being a swimming pool builder and supplier of hot tubs & spas, also sold patio furniture, fireplaces, bbqs, and fitness equipment. The 14,220 sq foot retail space, located 1240-18th St, is currently listed for sale with a local Realtor for a smooth $1,840,000. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   While one business closes, another one is set to open it's doors. Growers N' Smokers is a retail store that will be focusing on the indoor hydroponic gardening side of medical cannabis. They will also sell herbal vaporizers, pipes, papers, and bongs for the consumption of herbs. The grand opening date is set for March 17th & 18th. Growers N' Smokers will occupy the space at 7-233-18th Street North. Their Facebook page can be found here.