The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Associate Degree Board of Commissioners has awarded Assiniboine Community College accreditation of its business programs. ACBSP accreditation certifies that the teaching and learning processes within the business degrees and programs offered through Assiniboine Community College meet the rigorous educational standards established by ACBSP. Commitment to program quality and external recognition is an important part of the college’s Academic Plan. “This is a significant development for our business programs. This accreditation validates what we know to be true —we offer quality training that prepares graduates for excellence in business-related careers,” said Geoff Milne, Chair of Business at Assiniboine. “We value and trust the standards set forth by ACBSP, so we are proud to tell our students and the college community that our programs meet those standards.” With more than 30 years of promoting excellence in global business program accreditation, ACBSP was the first organization offering specialized business accreditation for all degree levels, from associate to baccalaureate to doctoral degree programs. “Assiniboine Community College has shown its commitment to teaching excellence and to the process of quality improvement by participating in the accreditation process,” said ACBSP Chief Accreditation Officer Dr. Steve Parscale. “This accreditation is evidence that Assiniboine Community College is committed to providing the highest quality business education for their students.” Based on the Baldridge Education Criteria for Performance Excellence, ACBSP accreditation evaluates aspects of leadership, strategic planning, relationships with stakeholders, quality of academic programs, faculty credentials, and educational support to determine whether the business programs offer a rigorous educational experience and demonstrate continuous quality improvement. (ACC News)

Source: BPS News Release At approx. 12:25 AM today, officers were called to a business in the 3100 block of Victoria Ave for a bear spray incident.  The investigation revealed that three males had been removed from the business earlier in the night, they then returned a short time later and one of the males sprayed a number of other patrons with bear spray, just outside the building.  The suspects were located a short distance away and were arrested.  Further investigation revealed a 23 year old male of Grand Rapids was the one who had sprayed the other patrons.  He was arrested and has been charged with 2 counts of assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and administer noxious substance.  He was held in custody and will appear in court later today.  The other two males involved were charged under the Liquor Gaming and Cannabis Control Act, for being disorderly in or around a licensed premise.

“CRIME STOPPERS WANTED” for: March 4th, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE” Chance Cordell Christopher DANIELS (20 yrs) FOR Numerous Firearms Related Charges The accused, Chance Daniels, is wanted for several firearms related offences dating back to October of 2021. Police have been unable to locate Chance Daniels up to this point and a warrant of arrest has been issued. ***************** If you have any information as to the whereabouts of this person or anyone else “Wanted by Police” you are asked to contact Brandon Crime Stoppers @ 204-727-TIPS (8477), www.brandoncrimestoppers.com or by texting BCSTIP+your message to CRIMES (274637). Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display. Your call is not recorded and your identity will remain anonymous. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 cash for information that leads to the solution of a crime. CRIME OF THE WEEK for March 4, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a; Theft of Motor Vehicle On March 1st, 2022, at approximately 9pm police received a theft of vehicle complaint. A 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt, red in colour, Manitoba license KTW633, was stolen from a parking lot in the 700’ block of 10th Street. The vehicle had been left running to warm up. ************** If you have information about this or any other crime you are asked to contact Brandon Crime Stoppers @ 204-727-TIPS (8477), www.brandoncrimestoppers.com or by texting BCSTIP+your message to CRIMES (274637). Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display. Your call is not recorded and your identity will remain anonymous. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 cash for information that leads to the solution of a crime.

Demolition on Valley View Condominiums (1400 Pacific Ave) started yesterday and is expected to last several days. Shortly before 9:00pm on September 21 (2021) Brandon Firefighter Paramedics and Brandon Police Service responded to a large apartment building in the 1400 block of Pacific Avenue for a structure fire. Upon arrival of emergency services, flames could be seen pounding out of the roof and upper floor area of the multi-story apartment building. Police officers went inside the building, banged on doors, and evacuated residents while Brandon Fire was arriving. Thankfully no human lives were lost, however people lost their home and their belongings in the blaze. Following an investigation into the 47-unit building, members of the Office of the Fire Commissioner and Brandon Fire & Emergency Services determined the cause of the fire to be accidental.

Saturday, March 5, 2022 March begins at 5 p.m. at Brandon University (by the flagpoles on 18th Street) March heads to Brandon City Hall along Victoria Avenue Locals are invited to show their support for Ukraine in a march from Brandon University to Brandon City Hall this Saturday, starting at 5 p.m. There is ample free parking at Brandon University. March participants should arrive a few minutes early and meet by the flagpoles at 18th Street and Lorne Avenue. The University raised the flag of Ukraine earlier this week to show support. After brief directions and rallying, the march will proceed south from Brandon University along 18th Street to Victoria Avenue. On Victoria Avenue, marchers will head east to Ninth Street and then north to Brandon City Hall. At City Hall, the flag of Ukraine will be raised, a number of dignitaries will address the gathering, and the anthems of both Canada and Ukraine will be played. You are encouraged to bring candles, Ukrainian flags, and signs of support. The purpose of the march is to show support for Ukraine and the Ukrainian people, to share fundraising and aid information, and to keep up political pressure for an end to the invasion. Everyone is invited to come together in solidarity with Ukraine and with the many residents of Brandon and Westman who share Ukrainian heritage and Ukrainian ancestry. A list of registered charities currently accepting donations for Ukraine is available at https://uccmanitoba.ca/helpukraine. (Brandon University Release)