Brandon, MB – Brandon Transit wishes to advise customers that changes to two of its routes- Routes 16 (South End Link) and Route 19 (Mall-Downtown Link) - will be implemented next month as officials continue to monitor the efficiency of the overall transit route network first implemented last summer. As of Monday, July 2nd, Route 16 (South End Link) will provide hourly service at the bottom of the hour, while Route 19 (Mall-Downtown Link) will offer hourly service at the top of the hour, both originating from the transit stop location at the Shoppers Mall Sobeys. There will be no change in terms of the hours of service offered by these two routes, but there are a number of stop location changes coming into effect. A map of both amended routes can be found here. Brandon Transit officials would also like to take this opportunity to remind riders that, as per a recent change in service delivery, regular transit routes WILL NOT operate on Sunday, July 1st (Canada Day Statutory Holiday). Transit service will be available regular hours of operation (6 a.m. to midnight) on Monday, July 2nd, however the Transit Information Centre on Rosser Avenue will be closed. All management and staff of Brandon Transit sincerely appreciate the patience and understanding of all transit users during this period of transition. For more information on Brandon Transit regular routes and hours of operation, visit www.brandontransit.ca  or call directly at 204-729-2279.

Brandon Police Service Media Release At approximately 11:47 a.m., Police attempted to stop a vehicle that had been travelling the wrong way down a one way street however the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle continued east bound down Lorne Avenue striking a wooden guardrail in the 500 block of Lorne Avenue. The suspect then fled on foot but was apprehended by an off duty Brandon Police Service member who happened to be in the area. A 28-year-old Brandon man was arrested for Flight from Police, Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Drive while Disqualified and had 2 Warrants for his arrest for numerous Breaches of Court Orders and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime. He was lodged at the Brandon Correctional Centre to appear in Court today

Assiniboine Community College and Cape Breton University’s (CBU) Shannon School of Business are partnering to offer a Master in Business Administration (MBA) program in Community Economic Development starting January 2019 in Brandon, Man. Assiniboine Community College and Cape Breton University’s (CBU) Shannon School of Business are partnering to offer a Master in Business Administration (MBA) program in Community Economic Development starting January 2019 in Brandon, Man. “We’re excited to be partnering with CBU as we move forward with a new level of business programming here at Assiniboine,” said Bobbie Robertson, Dean, School of Business at Assiniboine. “This program offers Manitobans an incredible option for flexible, relevant postgraduate education close to where they live and work.” CBU’s MBA in Community Economic Development blends curriculum found in traditional MBA programs with an emphasis on economic development, leadership, change management, and governance. “This is a unique MBA offering across Canada,” said George Karaphillis, Dean, Shannon School of Business at CBU. “We have a strong track record of delivering this program across the country and we’re excited to present a compelling, valuable option for those in Manitoba exploring MBA programs.” CBU currently offers its MBA program in six cities across Canada in addition to its campus in Sydney, N.S. This includes Kingston, Toronto, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Whitehorse. Students can complete the program part-time within two-and-a-half years through a combination of self-study and face-to-face weekend classes at Assiniboine. “Not only will this new program benefit the education community, it will also enhance our local and surrounding business region,” said Tami-Rae Rourke, 2017-18 president of the Brandon Chamber of Commerce. “Graduates will apply the education and confidence to assist or create businesses in our community, as well as organically contributing to the local economy.” Rourke, herself having acquired an MBA, said it allowed her to “not only confirm what my current abilities were, but allowed me to expand, learn, and create a confidence that has benefited me personally, financially and career-wise tenfold.” A free upcoming information session will be held at 5:15 p.m. on Wed., June 20 at the college’s Victoria Avenue East campus in the lecture theatre. Those interested in receiving more details about the MBA offering at Assiniboine can visit assiniboine.net/mba.  

Brandon Police Service Media Release At approximately 5:45 p.m., a female contacted Police advising she was assaulted by her husband at their residence in the 700 block of 23rd street. The assault consisted of the suspect pushing the victim against a wall. A 49-year-old man from Brandon has been arrested for Domestic Assault. He was released to attend Court in July. The victim did not sustain any physical injuries because of the assault.

Brandon Police Service Media Release Police responded to multiple bear spray incidents over the weekend. At 12:30AM Saturday June 9th police received a report that a 19 year old male has been sprayed with pepper spray while at the Fair. Investigation into this matter has led police to charge a 17 year old Brandon male with Assault with a Weapon, Possession of a prohibited Weapon and Breach of Recognizance. This male will be appearing in court June 10th 2018. At 5:30 PM Saturday police received a report that two employees had been bear sprayed while working at the Brandon Shoppers Mall. The suspect fled the mall and was followed for a short distance. The suspect in this incident is described as approximately 20 years of age between 5’8” and 6’ tall, Aboriginal in appearance and wearing all black. Investigation into this matter is continuing. At 7:45 PM Saturday police received reports that numerous people have been sprayed with what was believed to be bear spray while attending the Fair. The victims were treated by EMS responders at the fair. Two Brandon youths have been arrested in connection with this incident. A 17 year old male has been charged with Possession with a weapon, a 15year old Male has been charged with Assault with a weapon and Unauthorized Possession of a prohibited weapon. Both males will appear in court June 10th 2018. Investigation into this incident is continuing with further subjects yet to be identified. At 9:20PM Saturday police received a report that 2 subjects have pepper sprayed a group of individuals in the area of Meadows school. This incident is still being investigated and no arrests have been made at this time.