As winter approaches, the City of Brandon is introducing new communication tools and services to keep residents informed and streets safe during snow events. Residents have several options for monitoring snow clearing progress during a snow event. When a snow clearing operation commences, the City will share the proposed schedule on its news feed at brandon.ca/news, as well as on its Facebook and Instagram accounts. Daily updates will be provided at 2 p.m. throughout active snow clearing operations. Subscribe to email notifications at brandon.ca/subscribe and select: Street Maintenance for snow clearing updates Snow Route Parking Ban for parking ban alerts Sign up for text alerts at textme.brandon.ca to receive notifications when snow events begin and as crews move through city routes. Visit snowmap.brandon.ca to track snow clearing progress, including sidewalks and back lanes. Residents can also view the location of City-owned graders during an active snow clearing operation. Once crews have completed snow clearing operations in your area, any missed areas can be reported online at brandon.ca/report-an-issue. About Snow Clearing Operations Snowfall accumulation, snow density, humidity, fluctuating temperatures, wind velocity and direction, along with the time of year, all influence the City’s response to snow events. The City uses a priority-based system for street clearing, determined by street classification and traffic volume. Street clearing operations always begin with Priority 1A Route, which includes key streets, sidewalks, and walking paths to ensure safe and efficient mobility for all. In emergency situations, snow removal equipment may be redirected as necessary to support police, fire, or ambulance response vehicles. More information about priority routes is available at brandon.ca/roads-parking-transportation/snow-clearing. Parking Restrictions During Snow Clearing Operations The City has an established snow route parking ban, which is in effect annually from Nov. 15 to Mar. 31, between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. After more than 5 cm of snow and/or winds that cause drifting on snow routes, the City’s Public Works Department may declare a parking restriction. Vehicles parked along designated snow routes during restrictions risk being ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense during a snow event. Designated Snow Routes: Rosser Ave.: 1st St. - 34th St.; and 1st St. E. - 13th St. E. Princess Ave.: 1st St. - 18th St.; 18th St. - Whillier Dr.; 1st St. E. - 13th St. E. Louise Ave.: 13th St. - 18th St. 9th St.: Pacific Ave. - Princess Ave. 10th St.: Pacific Ave. - Princess Ave. In addition to the designated snow routes, parking restrictions may be enforced in residential areas during snow clearing operations. Signs will be posted by 4 p.m. Please watch for No Parking signs in your neighbourhood. For a full overview of snow clearing procedures, visit brandon.ca/snow-removal.

At approximately 1:20 a.m. on November 7th, 2025, police were called to a disturbance in the Westaway Bay area after reports of individuals banging on doors and looking through the window of a residence. It was said one individual was holding something suspicious. Upon arrival, officers detained a 20-year-old male for investigation. During a safety pat-down, officers located a replica pellet gun in his hoodie pocket. When informed of his arrest, the male attempted to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended after a brief pursuit. The male was breaching two Release Order conditions — a curfew violation and a prohibition on possessing weapons. He was transported to BPS detention cells and is scheduled to appear in court in the morning on November 7th, 2025. A second individual, a 15-year-old male, was also located at the scene and was found in possession of a canister of bear spray. He was charged with Possession of a Weapon and released via Undertaking to a guardian. His court appearance is set for January 13th, 2026.

Immediate Roadside Prohibition On November 6th at 1:05 a.m. a vehicle stop was conducted in the 1000 block of Princess Avenue with a vehicle that was parked the wrong way. The 49-year-old male driver was found to be intoxicated and was issued a 30-day vehicle impoundment and a 90-day licence suspension. The male was also issued two traffic tickets – One way and failure to comply with licence restrictions. Mischief Under $5000 On November 5th an 18-year-old female attended BPS aware that police were looking for her regarding an incident which occurred on November 4th where she attended the residence of her ex and banged on his door with her hands and feet, breaking a window. She was arrested and later released on an Undertaking with a court date of January 8th, 2026.  

Stolen Scooter On November 3, 2025, at approximately 9:45 a.m., police received a report of a stolen Go Trax electric scooter from a business in the 900 block of Victoria Avenue. The scooter had been secured at the bike station, and when the owner returned from shopping, it was gone. This incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this theft is asked to contact the Brandon Police Service at 204-729-2345 or Crime Stoppers at 204-727-TIPS (8477). Failure to Comply SOIRA On November 3rd at 5:30 p.m. a 45-year-old male attended Brandon Police Service as he believed there was paperwork for him. The male had a summons and a SOIRA Warrant. The male was served, the warrant was executed, and the SOIRA registry was completed. The male was released via Appearance Notice with a court date of December 1st, 2025.    

Brandon residents can expect to see increased military activity in and around the city this week, as part of scheduled training operations conducted by the Royal Canadian Air Force and the Canadian Army. A CH-146 Griffon helicopter will be conducting flying operations within city limits throughout the week. The aircraft will operate at altitudes no lower than 500 feet above the highest obstacle on their route. While the helicopters will be configured with weapons, no ammunition will be carried or used. All flight operations are meticulously planned and closely monitored to ensure public safety and are subject to weather and flying conditions. In addition, CFB Shilo will conduct training exercises at various city parks Nov. 6 - 7, 2025. Training is expected to start Thu, Nov. 6 at 8 a.m. and continue until Fri, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. Locations include: Rideau Park Dinsdale Park Sir Winston Churchill Park Fields outside of Brandon’s Community Sportsplex In addition, an open house event will be held at the Riverbank Discovery Centre on Thu, Nov. 6, from 3:30 – 5 p.m. Residents are invited to meet soldiers, view M777 artillery guns stationed in the field north of the Centre, and learn more about the military units based in the Brandon area and to support the important training efforts of our Canadian Armed Forces. Outside of the open house hours, residents are asked to minimize engagement with military personnel as they practice rapid deployment and re-deployment in an urban environment. Military vehicles and helicopters will be visible as troops move between the Riverbank Discovery Centre and CFB Shilo. No live ammunition will be used during the exercise.