The tourist information area located inside the Riverbank Discovery Centre has undergone a significant facelift recently thanks to Travel Manitoba and Westman Communications Group. Upgrades include new brochure racks and a three-tier book table, funded by Travel Manitoba and purchased by way of Retail Supplies WR Display & Packaging in Winnipeg, as well as a TV and two iPad stations, which were donated by WCG. “Travel Manitoba is proud to support the improvements and modernization of the visitor information centre at the Riverbank Discovery Centre,” said Colin Ferguson, President and CEO of Travel Manitoba. “Leading innovation in the delivery of visitor services is an important corporate objective as we work to build brand and market positioning. We understand the value of providing visitors with relevant and timely information to ensure they’re equipped to discover the city of Brandon and Manitoba as a whole.” “The Riverbank Discovery Centre is a great facility that supports local tourism and the community,” said Courtney Baxter, Manager of Marketing at Westman Communications Group. “Westman is happy to donate up-to-date technology as part of their initiative to modernize their information area, supporting their continued growth and dedication to bringing tourism and exciting events to Brandon for years to come.” “I cannot thank Travel Manitoba and Westman Communications Group enough for their support in this initiative,” said Lanny Stewart, Brandon Tourism Manager. “Their partnership in this endeavor helped create a much-needed new look and design to the area as well as up-to-date technology for tourists visiting the centre.” “A lot of work has been put into getting this project complete and I’m appreciative of all parties involved in making this happen,” said James Montgomery, GM of Brandon Riverbank Inc.

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release Police received a report of an assault, which occurred on September 20, 2019. On the evening of Sept. 22, a 32-year-old male was arrested at his residence for assaulting the victim with a wooden table leg, and for punching the victim in the back. The victim sustained bruising. The male was lodged at Brandon Correctional Centre and will appear in court today on charges of Assault with a Weapon, and Assault.

To say it was a wet weekend in the city would be a huge understatement. Brandon was one of the hardest hit areas in the Province after heavy rainstorms pounded the city on Friday and Saturday. As the pictures below show, the weekend storm brought a huge amount of rain to the city leaving many areas flooded with water. Environment Canada reported that rainfall amounts totaled 122 mms at the Brandon Airport.  Weatherlogics is reporting that both Brandon (145.8 mm) and Carberry (151.3 mm) have set new monthly records for the wettest September on record. The previous high (140.4 mm) in Brandon was back in 1921.

The weather cleared just in time for the Childhood Dreams Car Show held today at Meadows School. Hundreds of spectators had turned out by 1:00 pm to check out all the vehicles on display. Smoked & Sauced Mobile BBQ is on-site and they have DJ cranking out some tunes. The show goes today until 4:00 pm.

Winnipeg, MB - Today the Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) announced it is donating $1 million to the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. The donation was unveiled by MMF President David Chartrand during his State of the Nation Address at the MMF’s Annual General Assembly. "Cancer is a disease that knows no boundaries, race or social background," said President Chartrand. "I am so proud that my Cabinet unanimously supported the decision to make such a sizeable donation to the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. I know this will be money well spent as we all work towards lessening the impacts of this terrible disease for all Manitobans including our Manitoba Métis Community." All funds raised and donated to the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation remain in the province. Donated funds support an internationally-recognized team of health professionals who provide care for patients and their families throughout Manitoba, northwestern Ontario and Nunavut dealing with a cancer diagnosis. "This announcement has a great deal of historical context attached to it," said President Chartrand. "Even though we are the founders of Manitoba, it has been a long and difficult path towards recognition of our rightful place as a government. Thanks to the reconciliation efforts of the federal government along with our sound fiscal management, we are now in a position to make this donation." MMF’s $1 million donation will help recruit, develop and retain the best and brightest cancer specialists along with providing critical funding to operate a state-of-the-art cancer research centre. It will also ensure access to clinical trials here in Manitoba and most importantly provides real hope for Manitobans and their families facing a cancer diagnosis. "It’s no secret that health care outcomes for Metis Citizens in Manitoba are troubling especially when it comes to accessing health services," said President Chartrand. "We cannot wait for government to effect positive change while people die from inadequate care. The MMF is serious about helping to deliver the care and services our people so desperately need."  "I’ve been advised that the goal of CancerCare is a ‘World Without Cancer," added President Chartrand. "I challenge my fellow political leaders in Manitoba to do their part to help make that inspiring outcome a reality." (Source: Manitoba Metis Federation News Release)