On December 1, 2021, police were made aware of a robbery with violence.  Investigation revealed that the victim met a person on a dating website, and was invited to a residence in the 400 block of 3rd street to meet up that evening.  Once inside the residence several individuals armed with bear mace and a knife assaulted the victim and stole a cell phone.  The victim was able to flee the residence to alert police. Police located and arrested the three suspects who were in the area of the residence shortly before 11:00 pm.  They were each lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear in court today.  They include a 25-year-old male who faces charges of Robbery with Violence, Possession of Meth, Fail to Comply with Probation X3, Possession of a Weapon and Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Weapon.  A 22-year-old female who faces charges of Robbery with Violence and Fail to Comply with Release Order.  A 26-year-old female who faces charges of Robbery with Violence. The victim received minor injuries, which required medical treatment. Investigation led police to the location of the stolen cell phone, and search warrant for a residence in the 100 block of 12th street was obtained.  There police located and seized the stolen phone as well as Meth, Cocaine and drug trafficking paraphernalia. Further investigation revealed that the stolen phone was exchanged for illicit drugs. A 25-year-old female was arrested following the search.  She was later released to appear in court on January 10, 2022 on charges of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Possession of the Purpose of Trafficking – Meth and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine. (Brandon Police Service Media Release)

 In response to the November 12th Public Health Act Orders released by the Province of Manitoba, the following COVID-19 vaccine requirements will be in effect at Brandon’s Community Sportsplex as of Monday, December 6th, 2021. Vaccine Requirements For 12 – 17 Years of Age (New) Persons who are at least 12 years of age but have not reached 18 years of age must produce*: Proof that they have received at least one dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine for COVID-19, as shown on a government issued immunization record, Manitoba Immunization Card or QR Code, or Proof of a negative Rapid Antigen COVID-19 test within the previous 72 hours that is confirmed by a pharmacist. Persons must also provide government issued photo identification (Driver’s License, Passport, Manitoba Identification Card etc.), or school issued ID. Vaccine Requirements For 18+ Years of Age (Continued From Previous Orders) Persons must produce proof that they are fully immunized*. This includes the following: Manitoba Immunization Card or QR Code National Defense Canada Covid-19 Vaccine Record / Card Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) Travel Vaccination Record An official document issued by a Canadian province or territory containing information of a person’s COVID-19 vaccination history Provincial Immunization Record Samples (pdf) International travelers: Immunization documentation submitted to Canadian border service officials and government-issued photo identification that confirms their citizenship. Persons must also provide government issued photo identification (Driver’s License, Passport, Manitoba Identification Card etc.). * Exemptions From Restrictions Persons under the age of 12 years of age Persons who produce proof from the government that there is a medical reason for the person not to receive a vaccine for COVID-19. A digital QR Code or a Manitoba immunization card must be presented for verification. Below is a link explaining the different types of medical exemptions: gov.mb.ca/covid19/vaccine/eligibility-criteria.html#exemptions The entire Brandon Community Sportsplex Return to Play document can be found here. The City of Brandon is committed to protecting the health and safety of our residents and employees. Individuals visiting any civic facility are asked to respect the principles of social distancing, hand sanitizing, physical barriers, wearing masks and self-assessment criteria that have been put in place for the safety of all. Any member of the public that is feeling unwell or are exhibiting ANY COVID-19-related health symptoms (fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat) SHOULD NOT attend any City of Brandon facility and should, instead, visit sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool or contact Health Links at 204-788-8200 or 1-888-315-9257 for advice. (City of Brandon PSA)

City of Brandon Parks & Recreation Services is pleased to inform the public that the Manitoba Hydro Power Smart Waterfall of Lights display will officially be turned on for the 2021-2022 winter season today at 5 p.m.  The sparkling display of holiday lighting is located immediately west of the City of Brandon’s Parks Services Complex on 2020 McGregor Avenue. As of this evening, the display will be turned on and remain lit from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. nightly through the winter season. No public vehicles are allowed in the direct area of the Power Smart Waterfall of Lights display. The public is encouraged to park in designated areas on McGregor Avenue or Hilton Avenue and walk through the area to view the lights. The City of Brandon asks all members of the public to enjoy the lighting displays at a safe distance and not to walk in areas where power cords are present.  Preparation of the public skating oval in the area of the Power Smart Waterfall of Lights has not been able to begin due to the unseasonably warm temperatures. However, weather permitting, work should begin in the coming weeks.   Please respect all signage and barricades in place once preparation of the oval begins and stay off the ice surface until it is ready for public use.  For more information about the Power Smart Waterfall of Lights, please contact the City of Brandon’s Parks & Recreation Services at 204-729-2148.  (City of Brandon PSA)

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On November 29, 2021, shortly after 12:00 pm, police responded to a report of a male pedestrian swinging a knife around.  Nobody was threatened or harmed by the male.  Police located and arrested the male in the area of 34th street and Elviss Cres.  He was found to be under the influence of illicit drugs and in possession of a kitchen knife.  The 35-year-old male was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will be released once sober to appear in court on February 3, 2022 on a charge of Possession of a Weapon.

The BRHC Foundation is hosting a pancake breakfast on Friday December 3, 2021 however with a twist. Due to Covid protocols the breakfast will be a drive through format with breakfast being served from 7:30 am to 10:00 am. Pick up is at Murray Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC at 1500 Richmond Avenue. The proceeds from the pancake breakfast will be used to purchase equipment from the Tree of Lights wish list. Tickets are $10 each and will get you a breakfast of pancakes, sausage, orange, bakery treat and coffee. If you purchase 4 or more tickets we will even deliver your meal right to your door. It is a great way to start off the Christmas season.” Tickets must be purchased in advance and are available through the Foundation office. Deadline for purchase is December 1, 2021 at 4:00 pm. For more information or to purchase tickets contact the Foundation office at info@brhcfoundation.ca or call at (204) 578-4226.