On August 28th at approximately 1:54 a.m., BPS officers observed a motorcycle travelling northbound on 34th Street at a high rate of speed before turning onto Centennial Boulevard. Officers activated their emergency lights, but the driver looked at police and continued driving for approximately a block and a half before pulling into his residence and riding directly into the backyard. Officers were able to intercept the driver before he entered the residence. The investigation revealed the 50-year-old male did not hold a valid Class 6 motorcycle license, and he failed an Approved Screening Device (ASD) test. His motorcycle was impounded for 90 days. The male was issued tickets for driving without a valid license, driving without liability insurance, and operating an unregistered vehicle.

The Manitoba government is introducing a pilot program for a new health and physical education curriculum that includes an ‘Every Body, Every Day’ policy making in-person physical education mandatory for all students from kindergarten to Grade 12, ensuring no student is left on the sidelines, Premier Wab Kinew and Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Tracy Schmidt announced today. “This is all about getting every kid moving every day,” said Kinew. “We want kids in Manitoba to be healthy, confident and happy as they learn and grow, and that starts at school. This new ‘Every Body, Every Day’ policy will have a lasting impact on the health of Manitobans, and it will help our kids get off their screens and move their bodies, whether they are achieving a new personal best or simply reaching a daily step count and getting some fresh air.” Schools in rural and northern Manitoba as well as Winnipeg and Brandon have chosen to participate in the two-year pilot program, the minister noted. During the pilot, teachers and parents will have the opportunity to provide feedback as the curriculum is refined to meet the needs of students across the province. “The health of our children has always been the north star of our government,” said Schmidt. “We started with ensuring every child has healthy food through our universal school food program and now we are leading the country in physical education by introducing healthy movement for all grades and abilities. We are so excited to work with physical education teachers and our partners in schools and divisions as we help kids in Manitoba feel good about moving more.” The curriculum, which is being updated for the first time in 25 years, also includes new learning outcomes focused on the challenges students face, from mental-health impacts of social media and artificial intelligence to marketing of vapes and supplements, as well as risks associated with e-scooters. “This new curriculum teaches children from a young age that healthy habits they form today around exercise and nutrition will help them prevent illness later on in life,” said Dr. Brent Roussin, chief provincial public health officer. “From a public health perspective, this is an important update and one that can change health outcomes in our province. As the Manitoba government and school divisions work to make physical education a safe space for all students, doctors and medical professionals continue to play important roles in empowering young people to live active lives including regular participation in gym class.” Building on the universal school food program introduced by the Manitoba government in 2024, the new curriculum adds basic cooking skills to junior high and high school to ensure every student knows how to prepare healthy, affordable meals.

Assault with Hammer On August 26 at 2:45pm, BPS attended an address in Brandon following a report of a male who assaulted his female partner by striking her with a hammer. She sustained minor injuries as a result. A 36-year-old male was located and arrested nearby after attempting to discard the hammer. He was held in custody until sober and released by Undertaking for one count of Assault with a Weapon. Stolen Vehicle On August 26, BPS received a report of a vehicle that was stolen the previous night from the 0-100 block of 26th Street. The vehicle is a brown 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (MB# HUG 729). If you locate this vehicle, please contact Police.

The City of Brandon is pleased to announce that the new Diversion Depot located at the Eastview Landfill, 765 – 33rd St. E., will host its grand opening on Sat, Aug. 29, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents are invited to tour the facility, speak with staff, learn about diversion opportunities, and enter to win prizes. Staff will be on site throughout the day to answer questions and help residents navigate the new depot. The Diversion Depot has been made possible thanks to funding from the Manitoba government. Earlier this year, the Province of Manitoba announced $400,000 in funding to assist with the establishment of a consolidated waste and recycling site at the Eastview Landfill. The project is designed to streamline services, improve recycling efforts, and better manage the growing number of recyclable materials generated in Brandon. "We are very pleased to support the city of Brandon’s efforts to divert waste from the landfill," said Minister Glen Simard, Minister of Municipal and Northern Relations. "Our government has enjoyed a strong working relationship with the mayor and council as investments like this have a direct impact on the environment and municipal taxes." "The new Diversion Depot creates a dedicated site where recyclables, organics, electronics, tires, scrap metal and many other materials can be dropped off free of charge," said Mayor Jeff Fawcett. "We're keeping the city cleaner while reducing contamination and keeping materials out of the landfill. We thank the Province of Manitoba for its support in establishing this for our community." The new Diversion Depot represents a major change in how residents access recycling and diversion services. Instead of proceeding directly to the landfill scale, residents will now enter the Diversion Depot first, where staff will help direct materials to the appropriate diversion streams. Only waste that cannot be recycled, reused, composted, or otherwise diverted will proceed across the landfill scale for disposal. The Diversion Depot accepts a wide range of residential materials at no charge during operating hours, including: Mixed recycling Organics, including yard and food waste Scrap metal Clean wood (unpainted / untreated) and tree waste Tires Electronic waste Propane tanks Used oil, filters, and antifreeze Household and vehicle batteries Clean fill (dirt) Concrete, brick, and asphalt Mattresses and boxsprings Residential disposal fees continue to apply only for garbage and non-divertible materials. The disposal fee for general refuse up to 200 kilograms is $8. Freon-containing appliances remain subject to a $31 processing fee. As part of the transition, the recycling depot that was previously available outside the landfill gates has been relocated inside the Diversion Depot. The recycling depot will no longer be available 24 hours a day and can only be accessed when the Eastview Landfill is open. Current landfill operating hours are available on the City’s website at brandon.ca/home-property-environment/garbage-recycling-and-organics/landfill. Residents are encouraged to attend the grand opening on Aug. 29 to tour the new Diversion Depot, explore diversion opportunities, and discover how easy it is to keep a wide range of materials out of the landfill while supporting a cleaner, greener Brandon.

Source: RCMP Facebook RCMP have arrested three people following an investigation into drug trafficking occurring at a residence in Swan River. On Aug. 20, at approximately 3:40 p.m., the Swan River General Investigation Section – assisted by Swan River detachment members and RCMP Police Dog Services – executed a search warrant at a residence on 6th Avenue North in Swan River. The warrant was obtained after RCMP received information and complaints that drug trafficking was occurring at the residence. One resident, a 43-year-old Brandon male, was arrested by officers after being seen leaving the home as RCMP were preparing to execute the search warrant. Officers then executed the warrant and went inside the residence, finding and seizing: • 26 grams of powder cocaine; • 3.5 grams of crack cocaine; • 268 prescription pills; • Various drug paraphernalia, such as scales and packaging materials; • $6,820 in cash; and • An expandable baton. Two Swan River females were also arrested inside the home. Collin Kosolowsky, 43, of Brandon is charged with: • Trafficking of cocaine; • Possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking; • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000; and • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted weapon. Two other Swan River residents – 42-year-old Wendy Ledoux and 70-year-old Ceone Jorgenson – are charged with: • Possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking x2; • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000; and • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted weapon. All three were released on undertakings.