During the 2017-2018 curling season the Riverview Curling Club will once again support the theme of “SWEEPING CANCER FROM OUR HOUSE”.  This year will mark their fifth annual fundraising bonspiel which will be held November 17-19th, 2017. A major contributing factor to their most successful donation season was due to the incredible support they had from WestJet by raffling off two WestJet tickets, for anywhere WestJet flies!   As a result of generous donations they were able to donate a total of $15,000.00 from this past season alone, more than the previous years’ combined totals. With the help of local businesses, associations and organizations, their club has in just four years, donated an amazing $28,740.88 to support cancer patients here in western Manitoba.  A special fund has been established to provide assistance for patients who do not have the financial resources to cover the costs of basic necessities related to their treatment.  This could include the cost of non-prescription medications, food, transportation, or accommodation, and will be accessed when all other avenues of funding have been exhausted. For information on this years event, to enter a team, or to become a sponsor click here. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, 671 Brandon School Division Grade 9 students will job shadow a parent, relative, friend or community host as part of The Learning Partnership’s Take Our Kids to Work Day. The program supports career development by helping students connect school, the world of work, and their own futures by providing them with an opportunity to experience and learn about the world of work as they begin to explore possible career paths and imagine the possibilities! Over 160 local businesses and organizations will be hosting BSD students. While most students will spend the day with one of their parents, a number of businesses and individuals have volunteered to host students looking for a new experience. Safety is an important topic and as part of the pre-day preparations for this event, Grade 9 students in the Brandon School Division will have participated in a Workplace Safety and Health presentation delivered by the SAFE Workers of Tomorrow organization. This year SAFE Work Manitoba provided 20 toques to participating schools to distribute to students to promote SAFE work. The following sites will be hosting 7 or more Brandon School Division Grade 9 students: Assiniboine Community College; Brandon School Division; Brandon University; CFB Shilo; City of Brandon; Koch Fertilizer; Maple Leaf; and Prairie Mountain Health. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

Brandon Police Service Media Release Here are some tips for all to enjoy a safe Halloween. Trick-or-Treaters: Wear bright costumes with reflective tape or glow sticks so drivers can see you. Wear face paint instead of a mask. The mask can obstruct your vision. If you are wearing a mask always, remove it when you cross the street. Weapons as part of costumes should be easily identifiable as imitation. Carry a flashlight. Go trick-or-treating with a trusted adult, or travel in groups if you are old enough to be out alone. Carry a cell phone if unaccompanied by an adult. Always walk on the sidewalks. Be very careful crossing the street! Do not run out from behind cars and do not go back and forth across the street; walk down one side of the street. When you reach the end, cross to the other side. Walk facing traffic on the side of the road if there are no sidewalks. Stay in well-lit areas. Watch for cars pulling out of driveways. Never go inside a stranger's house for treats. Wait for them outside. Do not go near animals you don't know. Pets you do know may not recognize you and may be scared by your costume, this may cause them to be unpredictable. Get a game plan in place so everyone knows the route to follow. Have a central place where everyone meets up if you get separated. Know the places along the route where it is safe to go for help. Do not eat treats until you get home. Parents and or Guardians should check and inspect all candy before allowing children to eat it. Drivers: Slow down. Pay attention for children running across streets and know that some will be in dark costumes. Do not wear costumes that interfere with the safe operation of a motor vehicle. Do Not Drive while Impaired. Avoid distractions such as cell phone use, texting, taking pictures and social media posting. If possible, avoid driving in residential areas where there will be a high volume of trick-or-treaters. Homeowners: Ensure your house is well lit. Keep walkways obstacle free. Report any suspicious activity you may see. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE City Council will be considering citizen appointments to various boards and committees of City Council as listed hereunder: Board of Revision                                                        4 positions for 1 year term Poverty Committee                                                      1 position for 2 year term Age Friendly Committee                                               3 positions for 2 year terms Brandon Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee             5 positions for 2 year terms Brandon General Museum & Archives Inc.                       6 positions for 2 year terms   Should any person be interested in becoming involved on a particular committee, application forms are available at www.brandon.ca or can be picked up at and returned to the City Clerk's Office, Second Floor, City Hall, 410 - 9th Street, NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 15, 2017. Further information on the duties and activities of the Boards and Committees of City Council can be obtained by calling 204-729-2207. All applications shall be considered by City Council in its selection process, and such appointments shall be final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

The Westman and Area Traditional Dinner is an annual even that serves hot meals within Brandon to the homeless, less fortunate, seniors, shut-ins and those who are alone over the holiday season. Last year they served an impressive 2,300 meals and delivered an additional 2,200 meals. Each year they have hundreds of volunteers and are always in the need for more. The event also requires a tremendous amount of food and money so anyone who can lend a hand is asked to contact the office on their web site or by calling them at 728-7987. This year the dinner will once again take place at the Victoria Inn's Grand Salon on Monday, December the 25th from noon to 6:00 pm. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});