Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release An investigation into the vehicle roll over on July 30, 2021 in a parking lot at 34th and Victoria led police to learn the identity of the driver, however attempts to locate him were negative and an arrest warrant was put into effect. On August 19, 2021, police located and arrested the 44-year-old male.  He was later released to appear in court in November 2021 on criminal charges of Dangerous Operation of Conveyance, Fail to Stop at Scene of Accident, and several HTA charges including Drive without Valid Driver’s Licence, and Drive an Unregistered Vehicle. Original Release from July 31, 2021: At 11:08 p.m. Friday, officers happened upon a single vehicle rollover accident in a parking lot at 34th Street and Victoria Avenue. Witnesses observed a truck driving through the lot strike a light pole and flip onto its side. The driver, who was the lone occupant, then fled the area on foot. A police K9 unit attempted to track the suspect but was not successful. Witnesses described the suspect as a bald Caucasian male wearing a tank top and shorts. There were no known injuries, and this matter remains under active investigation.

Most students, faculty and staff at Brandon University are expected to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as part of the University’s safe transition back to in-person instruction over the 2021–22 academic year. The University will not require vaccines before the start of Fall Term, which is just three weeks away, but vaccination as soon as possible is strongly encouraged. Through the coming year, the University will move towards being a campus that is as fully-vaccinated as possible. Exact dates and other logistical issues, including potential accommodations for those who cannot be vaccinated, as well as ways to meet the unique needs of International students, of those in Residence, and of others, will be worked out in the coming weeks. Details will be communicated to the BU community as soon as possible. Among many other issues, the University will be exploring different possible answers to questions like: When is the most appropriate deadline to begin requiring a vaccine? Can people opt for regular testing if they prefer not to get a vaccine? How will vaccination and/or test results be provided to the University in a way that best meets individual privacy concerns? How will the University accommodate those who are unable to get their vaccines yet, for example International students who arrive after the mandate begins? Will all areas have the same requirements, or will some high-risk activities have stricter requirements? What requirements are appropriate for campus visitors, contract workers, and similar groups on campus? The University will continue to consult with employee groups like BUFA, MGEU, IUOE and PSAC, student groups, including the students’ union, and public health officials as detailed answers to these questions are developed. The Fall Term at BU will begin as planned, with masks required, physical distancing, enhanced cleaning protocols, and in-person classes that are generally limited to 25 or fewer students. These measures are significantly stricter than current public health orders require. Vaccination is safe, easy, and effective. Universal vaccination, which protects both you and the people around you, is the fastest way for everyone to reach a post-pandemic life that is as normal as possible. Brandon University is also offering major prizes for those who get fully vaccinated this summer through the Winning Shot initiative. More than 1,100 members of the BU community have already registered as fully vaccinated. Details are online at BrandonU.ca/Winning-Shot. To further encourage vaccination, Brandon University is partnering with public health to host a campus vaccination clinic during the first week of Fall Term classes. Both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines will be available at Harvest Hall Sept. 7–9. The University is exploring additional ways to support everyone through the vaccination process and hopes to offer additional clinic dates in subsequent weeks. (Brandon University News Release)

Brandon School Division is looking forward to the full return of in-class learning for all Kindergarten to Grade 12 students. Brandon School Division also welcomes the ability to offer a wider range of programming and activities. The Division is equally committed to keeping our students and staff safe as previous restrictions are lifted. While no single protective measure can eliminate the risk of infection, Brandon School Division can reduce the level of risk through multiple layers of measures. Some of the measures to reduce the level of risk from COVID-19 include: • Students and staff will continue to follow the fundamentals of self-screening, hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, and staying at home when sick. • Provision of remote learning for immunocompromised students or students with family members who are immunocompromised. • Minimize congestion of students through the use of multiple entrances and management of hallway traffic. • Use of cohorts in K-8 classes. • Increased ventilation where possible. • Physical distancing to the greatest extent possible. While vaccinations are a protective measure, we understand the concern from parents whose children are not eligible for vaccinations. We also understand the increasing concern of a potential fourth wave. Additionally, there is a great deal of uncertainty regarding the impact on schools from the full return of students and the loosening of restrictions. In a further effort to reduce the risk to our students, the Brandon School Division Board of Trustees will be mandating the use of masks in buildings and on buses when 2 metre physical distancing cannot be achieved. This decision will be revisited monthly and will be adjusted accordingly as the Public Health context evolves and the impact on schools becomes clearer. Masks will be available to students and staff. Mask exemptions are available for individuals who are unable to properly wear a mask or who have a medical condition that does not allow them to wear a mask. It is understood that there are differing perspectives on the appropriateness of COVID measures. However, there is a shared desire to keep our students and staff safe. Through these temporary measures we can reduce the risk of transmission, reduce the number of close contacts, reduce the number of families impacted by the need to self-isolate, and keep our schools open with full student attendance.

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On August 17, 2021, police attempted to conduct a traffic stop at shortly before 10:00 am; however, the suspect vehicle proceeded to drive away at a high rate of speed east bound on Victoria Ave E., then north on Hwy 110, and eventually east on Veterans Way. Members of Brandon Police Service terminated the pursuit after approximately 5 minutes and other police jurisdictions were notified of the situation. The suspect exceeded speeds of 140km/h during the pursuit. At approximately 11:00 am, members of MFNP Sandy Bay Detachment advised BPS that they had located the suspect vehicle and arrested the driver, a 15-year-old male. He will appear today in court today on charges from Brandon Police Service of Flight from Police, and Dangerous Driving.

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On August 18, 2021, police responded to an alarm at a business in the 200 block of College Ave shortly after 2:00 am. The suspects were able to enter through an unlocked door, and then they forced their way into an inner office where they stole a tablet. The suspects fled prior to police arrival; however, security footage assisted police in identifying them. Shortly after 4:00 pm, police located and arrested the two suspects. The stolen tablet was also recovered. The 29-year-old male was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear today in court on charges of Break and Enter and Theft, and Fail to Comply with Release Order X4. The 27-year-old female was later released to appear in court on a charge of Break and Enter and Theft on October 21, 2021.