Benny’s Restaurant & Catering Services, located at 612 Rosser Avenue, publicly announced via social media on July 22, 2025, that it will permanently close on Saturday, August 2, 2025. Their final service days run from Wednesday through Saturday each week, with dinner hours from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Donation to be Matched by Provincial and Federal Governments, Supporting Emergency Response and Community Recovery Brandon, MB – July 16, 2025 – Genesis Hospitality Management — In response to the devastating wildfires affecting Northern Manitoba, Genesis Hospitality Management has donated $30,000 to the Canadian Red Cross wildfire relief efforts. The donation was made during the eligible period for the matching program announced by the Government of Manitoba and the Government of Canada. “We are grateful for the generosity of Genesis Hospitality for its support of the 2025 Manitoba Wildfires Appeal,” said Luc Mullinder, Canadian Red Cross vice-president for Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Nunavut. “Red Cross teams have been working non-stop to help people evacuated from their homes. This donation will help with efforts to assist people impacted by the numerous fires in Manitoba.” “Supporting the regions where we live and work is part of who we are,” said Kevin Swark, Executive President of Genesis Hospitality. “Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the wildfires, and we are especially grateful to the emergency personnel who continue to put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.” This contribution is a direct show of support for the people and responders working tirelessly to protect lives, property, and critical infrastructure, including the Flin Flon area—home to a Genesis Hospitality property, the Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre since 1988. “We have proudly been part of the Flin Flon community for over four decades, ” added Kevin Swark. “It’s more than just a business to us—it’s a second home. We owe a debt of gratitude to everyone working to protect this special place.” Genesis Hospitality extends its heartfelt thanks to the firefighters, RCMP, Manitoba Wildfire, emergency medical responders, and volunteers whose bravery and dedication have helped safeguard Manitoba during this challenging time. “We also want to thank the many community members, supporters, and government officials who have shown leadership and compassion during these trying weeks, ” said Kevin Swark. Founded and headquartered in Brandon, Manitoba, Genesis Hospitality Management is a privately owned company that owns and operates thirteen hotels with over 1,700 guest rooms across three Canadian provinces. With years of experience, their executive team brings expertise in managing full-service hotels, limited-service properties, and conference centres — including both franchised and independent brands. Genesis Hospitality offers a comprehensive suite of management services designed to maximize support and drive sustained revenue growth. For more information, see our website at https://www.genesishospitality.ca.

Assiniboine Credit Union is proud to announce that Assiniboine Credit Union Place and Assiniboine Credit Union Agricultural Centre are the new names of two major components of Brandon’s historic Keystone Centre. The naming rights were most recently held by Westoba Credit Union, which merged with Assiniboine Credit Union and Caisse Financial Group in January 2025. The Keystone Centre is a joint venture between the City of Brandon, Government of Manitoba, Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba and private donors like Assiniboine Credit Union. Kevin Sitka, Assiniboine Credit Union President & CEO, is thrilled that over 1.8 million visitors a year will see the newly merged credit union’s name when they attend hockey games, exhibitions, concerts and other events. “We are committed to people, businesses and partners in communities throughout Manitoba, which includes producers and businesses that support the agricultural economy in Western Manitoba,” Sitka said. “And being associated with the Keystone Centre — one of Brandon’s largest economic catalysts and contributor to the social fabric in Western Manitoba — to be part of its legacy, is very exciting for our newly merged credit union,” he adds. “We’re thrilled about the continued evolution of our partnership with Westoba Credit Union as they merge with Caisse Financial Group and Assiniboine Credit Union,” says Connie Lawrence, CEO & General Manager of the Keystone Centre. “For the past eight years, Westoba Credit Union has been a dedicated naming rights partner, committed to collaboration and to strengthening the Keystone Centre’s role in the community. Our early conversations with the broader team at Assiniboine Credit Union have been incredibly positive, and there’s a strong sense of optimism that this valued partnership will not only continue - but grow even stronger,” says Lawrence. Sitka adds that the Keystone Centre’s mission, “to build and strengthen community one experience at a time,” is an outlook that “really resonates with what Assiniboine Credit Union is all about.”

Sunrise Credit Union, with its commitment to academic excellence and community development, offers 14 scholarships totalling $24,000 to students across southwestern Manitoba. The selection process was rigorous, with 60 applicants. A five-person committee scored each application on academics, leadership, extracurricular activities, volunteerism, community involvement, and essay quality. Dylan Radcliffe of Boissevain has been awarded the largest scholarship of $5,000, recognizing an outstanding high school graduate pursuing post-secondary education. A dedicated student, Radcliffe has maintained an academic average of 90% or higher throughout high school while actively participating in a variety of extracurricular activities. In her senior year, she served as captain of the varsity girls volleyball team and also competed in club volleyball and on the school’s softball team. Radcliffe’s dedication to personal growth and community service shines through her leadership in Student Government and Youth in Philanthropy, as well as her active volunteerism within both her school and the broader community. A gifted musician, she has studied piano for ten years and has been singing for eight. Additionally, her decade-long involvement with the local 4-H Variety Club has equipped her with practical life skills and meaningful experiences that extend well beyond the classroom. Radcliffe will attend the University of Winnipeg in the fall and is enrolled in the Pre-Health Sciences Technology program. While attending the University of Winnipeg she will complete the required prerequisite courses to apply to the Medical Radiation Technology program at Red River College. Her goal is  to become a Medical Radiologic Technician and work in the healthcare field. Each year, Sunrise Credit Union employs students in various positions throughout the organization. Danika Scharff of Virden received the $3,000 scholarship awarded to a Sunrise Credit Union Summer Student. Meanwhile, Claire Taoyu Jin of Brandon received the $3,000 scholarship for student continuing their education at Assiniboine College, and Jessica Voth of Cypress River received the $3,000 scholarship for a student continuing their education at Brandon University. Ten $1,000 scholarships were awarded to a diverse group of high school students from various communities in southwestern Manitoba. These students, each with unique aspirations and potential, are seeking post-secondary education this fall. The recipients include Adel Wiebe (Grandview), Amanda Mielke (Erickson), Annalyn Quesnel (Minnedosa), Calista English (Brandon), Clair Merckx (Boissevain), Dion Delichte (St. Alphonse), Hayden Mackedenski (Rossburn), Kathryn Gillis (Baldur), Rori Jacobson (Pierson), and Tylan Chalmbers (Reston). Sunrise Credit Union extends sincere thanks to all 60 scholarship applicants and heartfelt congratulations to this year’s recipients. We wish all applicants, and the entire graduating class of 2025, the very best in your future endeavours.

Westman Communications Group (WCG) continued the Connecting Westman Tour in Deloraine on June 19, 2025. A total of $4,181.32 was raised, with all proceeds going to the Deloraine Food Cupboard. This total includes a matched donation from WCG, significantly boosting the Deloraine Food Cupboard’s efforts to enhance its existing food security programs, which support residents in the town and surrounding areas. The Connecting Westman Tour is a unique, community-focused initiative where WCG hosts charity barbecue lunches throughout the summer. Hot dogs, smokies, chips, and drinks are offered with donation-based pricing, and 100 percent of the proceeds go directly to a nominated local charity. WCG then matches the total amount raised, amplifying the community’s support for its own causes. “Our second stop on the 2025 Connecting Westman Tour was another great success, building on the momentum from our kickoff event.,” said WCG Marketing Manager Brandi Crowe. “We were thrilled to see the strong turnout from Deloraine residents in support of this vital community cause. It’s an honour to help create opportunities for fundraising, and we’re looking forward to continuing the Connecting Westman Tour all summer long.” The Connecting Westman Tour is just one of the many ways WCG actively engages with the communities it serves, demonstrating its commitment not just as a service provider but as a dedicated community partner. Remaining stops on the 2025 Connecting Westman Tour include Shoal Lake (July 24, 2025), and Virden (August 28, 2025). For more information about Westman Communications Group and the Connecting Westman Tour, or to submit a community initiative for funding consideration, please visit https://westmancom.com.