People in Manitoba who are fully vaccinated can now apply to receive a pan-Canadian proof of vaccination credential (PVC), which can be used when travelling domestically or internationally, Central Services Minister Reg Helwer and Health and Seniors Care Minister Audrey Gordon announced today. “Manitoba is a leader in this critical area, offering the first secure immunization card in the country which has allowed our province to safely reopen, keep our schools, businesses and places of worship open, protect our hospitals and health-care staff, and has provided additional benefits to fully vaccinated Manitobans,” said Helwer. “The addition of the national credential is an important next step to support the safe resumption of travel within Canada and abroad for those who are fully vaccinated.” The pan-Canadian proof of vaccination credential uses a QR code that will be recognized across the country, Helwer noted. Individuals who currently have a Manitoba immunization card or are eligible for one can visit https://immunizationcard.Manitoba.ca to request their PVC. It will then be emailed as a PDF, which can be printed or available digitally. “More than 83 per cent of eligible Manitobans are now fully vaccinated and eligible to apply for their Manitoba and pan-Canadian immunization QR codes,” said Gordon. “In the fourth wave, it remains vital for even more Manitobans to get their first and second doses to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect themselves and those they care about against the virus.” The ministers noted the provincial government strongly recommends people continue to use Manitoba’s immunization card while in the province. The PVC includes more information, such as date of birth, date of immunization and the brand of vaccine received.  Manitoba’s immunization card contains no personal health information, which better protects privacy. Manitoba’s immunization card app will be updated in November to include the PVC. At that time, people using the app will be able to toggle between them and choose which to present to a venue or business. The province’s verifier app will also be updated in November to read the QR codes on the national credential. This means businesses and other venues will not have to change the way they check immunization status as the federal card becomes more widely used. In the interim, Manitobans travelling in the first weeks of November can visit https://immunizationcard.Manitoba.ca to request a PDF version of the PVC, which will be sent by email. For more information or to apply in Manitoba, visit: https://manitoba.ca/covid19/vaccine/immunization-record.html. For more information about the PVC, including where it can be used, visit: www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-covid-19-proof-vaccination.html. (Province of MB News Release)

Following the Federal Government’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements for federally regulated transportation, the City of Brandon is announcing the following updates for travellers at the Brandon Municipal airport. Effective October 30th, 2021, all passengers, 12 years of age and older, boarding a flight at Brandon Municipal Airport will require one of the following: Proof of full vaccination Proof of an approved negative COVID-19 molecular test within 72 hours prior to travel. From October 30th to November 29th, 2021, there will be a short transition period when travellers who do not yet qualify as fully vaccinated will be able to travel if they can show a valid COVID-19 molecular test taken within 72 hours prior to travel. Effective November 30th, 2021, the number of travellers eligible to travel using the alternative COVID-19 molecular test will be significantly reduced and limited to special circumstances. More details will be provided in the coming weeks. The declaration could be done digitally or through paper form at any time prior to boarding (i.e., at the time of booking, in advance of or at the time of check-in). Brandon Municipal Airport would strongly recommend that the declaration process be done as early as possible to avoid issues with baggage, rebooking, etc. Types of acceptable proof of vaccination include: Paper; Digital; or For passengers connecting from an international to domestic flight, ArriveCan receipt with immunization status denoted. Types of acceptable COVID-19 vaccines in Canada, or acceptable combination of: Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty (tozinameran, BNT162b2) - 2 doses Moderna Spikevax (mRNA-1273) - 2 doses AstraZeneca Vaxzevria/COVISHIELD (ChAdOx1-S, AZD1222) - 2 doses Janssen/Johnson & Johnson (Ad26.COV2.S) – 1 dose (City of Brandon PSA)

Due to increased traffic in the area of 26th Street and Maryland Avenue, the City of Brandon Engineering Department has deemed it necessary to reconfigure the stop control at the following T-intersection. New ALL-WAY STOP signs have been installed on: Maryland Avenue westbound (new stop sign) Maryland Avenue eastbound (relocated stop sign 25 metres to the east) 26th Street southbound (same location) Those travelling northbound on 26th Street, south of Maryland Avenue, will have to stop before turning onto Maryland Avenue, and then stop again to proceed onto Maryland Avenue or turn onto 26th Street northbound. Previously, westbound traffic on Maryland Avenue did not stop at the intersection of 26th Street, causing uncertainty among motorists of who had control of the intersection, especially during peak times and school hours. Warning signage and line paint will be installed later this week. Brandon Police Service will be monitoring the area and assisting with enforcement. (City of Brandon PSA)

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On October 23 at approx. 1:30 am, Police attempted to stop a small, black Chev car travelling south at a high rate of speed, in the 700 block 18th St. Police activated emergency equipment and began following the vehicle. The vehicle drove through the red light at the Park Ave intersection, and continued southbound. The pursuit continued south on #10, RCMP were notified. There was very little traffic on the road at that time. A short time later the vehicle pulled over and stopped. The driver was arrested and it was determined that he was sober. During the pursuit speeds reached over 150 km/h. The 19 year old driver was released to appear in court on December 16 on charges of Dangerous operation of MV, Flight while pursued by police, Unlawful transportation of liquor Drive w/o valid License and Disobey traffic control device.

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On October 21, 2021, at 7:07 am, police responded to a report of a motor vehicle vs. pedestrian accident at the intersection of 18th street and Louise Ave.  The 50-year-old female pedestrian was transported to hospital with serious injuries.  The intersection was closed to traffic until 8:32 am while traffic investigators processed the scene. The driver of the vehicle involved, a 74-year-old male was issued a fine under the Highway Traffic Act for Fail to Yield Right of Way to a Pedestrian at a Pedestrian Corridor.