Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On September 26, 2022, at 5:30 pm, police responded to a report of a male pacing outside a business in the 300 block of 10th street while carrying a chainsaw.  The male was waving the chainsaw around while people were trying to access the business.  Police arrested the 53-year-old male and lodged him at Brandon Police Service.  He will be released in the morning to appear in court on November 28, 2022 on a charge of Possession of a Weapon.

(ACC Release) Assiniboine Community College is continuing its partnership with Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology and Indigenous Youth Development Canada to deliver a tuition-free Heavy Duty Technician program. The second intake of the program will commence in December 2022 at the college’s North Hill campus in Brandon. The program prepares students for in-demand careers within a trade that employers report has a shortage of skilled workers. “Students in the first cohort of this program were afforded the opportunity to enter a job market with excellent potential. We’re thrilled to be able to welcome even more learners to this program who, without this support from Algonquin College, otherwise may not have had this chance,” said Kevin Poirier, Assiniboine’s Dean of Trades. Selection into the eight-month program will focus on engaging Indigenous youth 18 to 30 years of age, who are not in employment, education or training (NEET Youth). There is space for 15 students. Tuition, textbooks, personal protective equipment, supplies and tools are all covered at no cost to those enrolled in the program. As part of the program, participants will complete hands-on, in-school training for 28 weeks plus a 280-hour paid work placement. “The thing I enjoy the most is probably the hands-on experience—everything from learning the fundamentals of electrical components, learning how to wire up the lighting system, to tearing apart and rebuilding an engine. This program has given me the chance to improve my skillset. With that, along with the hands-on knowledge of our instructors, I feel confident to step forward on this career path,” said Josh Papesquash, a graduate of the first Heavy Duty Technician cohort, who completed his training in August. Students who complete the program gain credit for their Level 1 common core apprenticeship accreditation, allowing them to branch out even further into Heavy Duty Equipment, Agricultural Equipment or Truck and Transport specializations. “Costs for training to support entry into the job market are an ongoing barrier to employment,” said Assiniboine’s Director, Indigenous Education, Kris Desjarlais. "It’s welcome news when we’re able to offer opportunities where students don’t have to worry about funding and can enjoy a hands-on learning environment, free of this financial strain. With this, learners are free to focus on their training.” “With the program being tuition free, it gives me the opportunity to focus on my classes without the troubles of looking for funding. It also gives me the drive to make sure I take advantage of such an amazing opportunity,” said Papequash. Interested candidates must attend a free program information session as part of their admissions process into the program. Sessions are available on October 12, November 3 and November 10. For more program details and to register for an info session, visit assiniboine.net/heavydutyTF.

The Government of Canada has announced the removal of all COVID-19 entry restrictions, as well as testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements for anyone entering Canada, effective October 1, 2022. Transport Canada is also removing existing travel requirements. As of October 1, 2022, travelers will no longer be required to: undergo health checks for travel on air and rail; or wear masks on planes and trains Effective, October 1, 2022, masks will no longer be required at Brandon Municipal Airport. “As of October 1, 2022, the wearing of masks in the terminal building at Brandon Municipal Airport will be optional,” notes Greg Brown, Brandon Municipal Airport Manager. “This will help take some of the confusion out of travel and should reduce some of the bottlenecks at larger airports.” Although the masking requirement is being lifted, all travelers are strongly recommended to wear high quality and well-fitted masks during their journeys. Reminder: Stay Home When You Are Sick Stay home if you are sick, even if you are only feeling a little unwell. During that time, avoid contact with others - including people in your household. Please continue to follow public health recommendations for isolation when you are sick. More information can be found at manitoba.ca/covid19/info-for-mbs.html. For additional guidance, please visit Government of Canada to remove COVID-19 border and travel measures effective October 1 - Canada.ca (City of Brandon PSA)

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On September 25, 2022, police responded to a report of a male beating up a female in the street in the area of Cornell Bay shortly after 8:00 pm.  Multiple witnesses report that they attempted to stop the male from assaulting the woman; however, their attempts were unsuccessful and the male tried to fight them instead. After the male fled from the area, police set up a perimeter and used the Police Service Dog Unit to locate the male who was found hiding in a yard nearby.  The 32-year-old male suspect would not comply with the directions of police and was subsequently bitten, sustaining injuries before he was taken into custody. Both the male suspect and the victim were taken to the hospital to be treated for their injuries.  The victim, a 30-year-old female, received serious but non-life threatening injuries. Once the suspect received medical treatment, he was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear in court today on charges of Break and Enter and Commit Aggravated Assault, Resist Arrest, Fail to Comply with Release Order X2 and Fail to Comply with Probation X2.

Brandon, MB - Notice is hereby given that on Wednesday, October 26th, 2022: a vote of the City of Brandon will be taken to elect one (1) Mayor and one (1) Councillor for each of the ten wards a vote of the Brandon School Division will be taken to elect eight (8) City Ward trustees Each candidate has been duly nominated. The candidates have been listed in the order they will appear on the applicable ballots. VOTE OF THE CITY OF BRANDON For the office of Mayor: Elliott OLESON Jeff FAWCETT      For the offices of Councillor: Ward 1 (previously known as Assiniboine) Kevin CHAMBERS Jo-Ann PASKLIVICH Jeff PLAS Richard BRUCE Heather KARROUZE Ward 2 (previously known as Rosser) Dale BATES Phillip EMERSON Kris DESJARLAIS Ward 3 (previously known as Victoria) Barry CULLEN Quentin DERHAK Ward 4 (previously known as University) Shaun CAMERON - ACCLAIMED Ward 5 (previously known as Meadows-Waverly) Greg HILDEBRAND Sunday FRANGI Ward 6 (previously known as South Centre) Bruce LUEBKE - ACCLAIMED Ward 7 (previously known as Linden Lanes) Shawn BERRY - ACCLAIMED Ward 8 (previously known as Richmond) Jason SPLETT Michael McCORMICK Ward 9 (previously known as Riverview) Glen PARKER - ACCLAIMED Ward 10 (previously known as Green Acres) Tyson TAME Ben WELSH Olivia BOYCE Franco CHARTIER VOTE OF THE BRANDON SCHOOL DIVISION Ward 1 (City) Duncan ROSS Chyrel YOUNG Calistus EKENNA Brad RUSNAK Blaine FOLEY Delvina KEJICK Bonnie-Lynn MILLS Kim FALLIS Breeanna SIEKLICKI Jason GOBEIL Jim MURRAY Kirk CARR Linda ROSS Rebecca ANHALT Ward 2 (Rural) Caroline CRAMER - ACCLAIMED VOTING PLACES Electors may vote at the Voting Place within their ward which they find most convenient. Voting stations will be open for voting on Wednesday, October 26th, 2022 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. The location of voting places will be available shortly. IDENTIFICATION WILL BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE A person will be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (e.g., driver’s license) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity and residence or property ownership.   ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on Election Day, advance voting opportunities will be held: Wednesday, October 12th        8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. at City Hall, 410 – 9th Street Thursday, October 20th             10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. at City Hall, 410 – 9th Street Saturday, October 22nd              10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the Pioneer Lounge, Keystone Centre, #1 1175 18th Street MOBILE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, and reside at the following facilities, mobile voting stations will be set up on Election Day at: Brandon Regional Health Centre & Assiniboine Centre Westman Lions Manor             Hillcrest PCH Victoria Landing                         Valleyview PCH Sokol Manor                                Rideau Park PCH Riverheights Terrace                 Fairview PCH Odd Fellows Corner                   Dinsdale PCH Prairie Oasis                                 Grand Valley Place Rotary Villas                                Winnipeg House   APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply to vote by sealed envelope. To apply, a voter must apply in person or by writing to the Senior Election Official at 410 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 6A2, or via email to brandonvotes@brandon.ca. A voter applying by mail will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or through alternative arrangements made with the Senior Election Official. Deadline for applications is October 23, 2022. Please contact the Senior Election Official to request an application or for more information. More information can be found online at brandonvotes.ca. (City of Brandon PSA)