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Five Inmates Charged in Violent Assault at Brandon Correctional Centre

Young Iron Man Record

WCHA Donation to Career Connections

Manitoba Enacts New Law to Curb Machete Violence

Brandon-Westman Christmas Cheer receives 25k from the Province

Inmate Death at Brandon Correctional Centre: Charges Upgraded to Murder and Manslaughter

Manitoba Government Helping to Keep Indigenous Women Safe in Brandon

Province issues Request for Proposal to Increase Public Nurses, Limit For-Profit Agencies

Brandon’s Queen Elizabeth Park Officially Re-opened After Extended Closure

The City of Brandon’s Community Services Department is pleased to inform the public that after an extended closure through the spring and summer, Queen Elizabeth Park (accessed from the intersection of 26th Street & McDonald Avenue) has officially re-opened to the public today. The park was initially closed in early April due to rising floodwaters in the area, at which time a large pipe was laid across the access road to the park to allow for continued operations at the nearby Water Treatment Plant amidst high water levels. Following the spring flood response, access to the park remained blocked off until this pipe could be buried underground. That permanent work has been completed this week, along with extensive removal of flood-impacted trees and debris. The City of Brandon thanks the public for its patience during this time of flood recovery and encourages park-goers to freely return to the area.

Installation of City Park & Greenspace Signage Underway

The City of Brandon’s Community Services Department is pleased to inform the public that installation of branded identification signage in many of Brandon’s popular neighbourhood parks is underway this fall. As per a recommendation within the City of Brandon’s Greenspace Master Plan adopted by Brandon City Council in 2015, design, construction and installation of standardized park space signage is being undertaken by the City of Brandon’s In-City Maintenance and Building Maintenance Sections. Installation of signage at the various entry points to Rideau Park was completed in late August, with signage at Princess Park, Stanley Park, and the Kin Park and Westridge Spray Parks to be completed by the end of September.  Additionally, signage in Parkdale Community Park, Fox Place Park, Coronation Park, Lions Memorial Park, and Patricia Heights Park is scheduled for completion by the end of 2017, weather permitting. Funding has been budgeted in the next three fiscal years to complete the installation of park space signage across the community, dependent on Brandon City Council approval. The City of Brandon’s Community Services Department is committed to the enhancement, development and maintenance of Brandon’s greenspace system and invites all residents and visitors to make use of the various greenspaces on offer throughout the seasons. You can learn more about the City of Brandon’s Community Services Department here.

Manitobans asked to give views during pre-budget consultations

Premier Brian Pallister and Finance Minister Cameron Friesen today announced the launch of Budget 2018’s pre-budget consultations that will give Manitoba families the opportunity to share their views on three key issues for Manitoba’s future:  sustaining health care, controlling marijuana use and balancing the budget. “Each of these issues directly affect Manitoba families,” said Pallister.  “These consultations give Manitobans a real voice in the choices their government makes on their behalf and we want to hear from everyone as we plan ahead.” The premier was joined by Finance Minister Cameron Friesen and Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Kelvin Goertzen who, along with Justice Minister Heather Stefanson, will be leading the consultations. To ensure every Manitoban has the chance to give their input, the province has launched a survey at www.manitobansmakingchoices.ca.  Manitobans are encouraged to take the survey and have their say on a number of issues including: controlling marijuana use, with questions about the legal age of consumption, price, availability and public safety; balancing the budget including questions about the path government should take to balance the budget and ways to reduce government spending; and sustaining health care including questions about how to sustain services and the possibility of introducing health-care premiums. “We want Manitobans to look at a range of options and tell us what they think should be done to improve the government’s finances,” said Friesen.  “By taking this survey, people can make their views known as we work to balance the budget within a reasonable amount of time and in ways Manitobans support.” “Sustaining health care is the top priority of Manitobans.  Here is a chance to say directly what your suggestions are to secure health-care services for patients and families,” said Goertzen.  “A health-care premium is one option we want Manitobans to give their views on.” “With the federal government legalizing marijuana in Canada, it’s up to the provinces to make this work in a safe, accessible way,” said Stefanson.  “That begins with setting price and the right legal age of consumption that prevents underage use and gets the gangs out of the business.” In addition to the survey, Friesen will be holding Budget 2018 public consultation meetings in Winnipeg, Brandon, The Pas, Dauphin, Winkler and in the Dawson Trail and Interlake regions.  The town halls will start in Winnipeg on Oct. 11.  Telephone town halls will also be held in October to give Manitobans from across the province an opportunity to call in and join a conversation with the ministers of justice, health and finance on these issues. To encourage as broad an engagement as possible, stakeholders will have access to an online Town Hall Tool Kit to assist in holding their own public meetings, Friesen noted. “We must make choices about how we spend Manitobans’ tax dollars and we want to give as many people as possible the chance to have their say,” said Pallister.  “I want to encourage all Manitobans to take the survey, attend a meeting or participate in a call to share their views on how we can balance the budget, sustain health care and properly control marijuana use.” For more information on the dates of the town hall meetings or to take the survey, visit www.manitobansmakingchoices.ca.

Hayes enters coffee roasting business

Former Brandon Wheat King Goaltender Andrew Hayes has taken off the pads and moved into the world of selling coffee. The Sherwood Park former goalie had a brief stint in the ECHL – AHL and at University of Regina Cougars but stopped playing due to concussions.  “I just wasn’t able to do school or play hockey anymore and had to go home for treatments…I am trying to get back to a daily routine”. This led to starting his own business Roasti, a high end coffee blend.  “We are bringing in the beans from Brazil, Costa Rica, Indonesia, and Mexico”.  So why run with this idea Andrew?   “Just for me, I wanted to find something that wasn’t say 9 – 5 because of my concussions...I could be in bed with serious migraines for hours, I needed something super flexible”. Would you say your product is on the higher end?  “ We are a real top end product and selling to cafes that want the best product possible”. “ We are fresh as you can get it…we roast it every two days”. Can you buy this in Brandon or can someone order it from you?  “Nobody in Brandon is selling it at the moment but you can order online”. Do you still follow the Wheat King and or stay in touch the coaches.  “Oh yeah for sure I have talked to Kelly many times and I still love to follow the team”. To order coffee or contact Andrew Hayes or visit their web site.

Premier looking at bringing Amazon’s 2nd headquarters to Manitoba

Premier Brian Pallister wants a ‘Team Manitoba’ effort to make Winnipeg the home of Amazon’s second North American headquarters. On Thursday, the Seattle-based company disclosed that it is seeking proposals from throughout North America to be the site of what it calls ‘HQ2’.  The company says it will invest US$5 billion to develop the new site, which will house as many as 50,000 workers in more than eight million square feet of space within a decade.  The site will be a “full equal” to the company’s current Seattle headquarters. “Amazon HQ2 will bring billions of dollars in up-front and ongoing investments, and tens of thousands of high-paying jobs,” said Jeff Bezos, founder and CEO. Today Pallister said he is aware of Amazon’s request for proposals and that Manitoba will be working hard to be the home of HQ2. “This is a tremendous opportunity for Winnipeg and Manitoba,” the premier said.  “With our central location in North America, our transportation infrastructure, our well-educated workforce, our plentiful green energy and the lowest cost of doing business in the continent, Winnipeg is the best choice to be the home of Amazon’s HQ2.  I have reached out to Mayor Brian Bowman and look forward to working with him, the business community and all other stakeholders to make this great opportunity a reality.” “Winnipeg’s geographic position in the centre of the country, history as a multi-modal hub, and advanced technology and manufacturing expertise makes it the perfect location for Amazon.  By partnering with the province and key stakeholders in the economic community, we will present a unified proposal for this significant opportunity,” said Mayor Brian Bowman, City of Winnipeg. “This will be a Team Manitoba effort!” said the premier.