City of Brandon Media Release Brandon, MB – Safe, secure and efficient transportation are crucial to supporting economic activity, promoting tourism and providing greater access to global markets. Today, the Honourable Brian Pallister, Premier of Manitoba, joined Rick Chrest, Mayor of Brandon and community members to celebrate the completion of the Brandon Municipal Airport expansion project. The representatives also took the occasion to announce new federal-provincial-municipal funding of up to $2.5 million for the replacement of the airport maintenance building. The airport terminal has been renovated and expanded to three times its former size. Among the many features is a new arrival hall and departure lounge, a dedicated security screening area, as well as check-in, retail, washroom and office space. Along with upgrades to the mechanical systems, fibre optic cable was installed to improve reliability and increase capacity of airport operations, and the terminal now offers to passengers the convenience of free Wi-Fi for more reliable internet and social media connectivity. The aging existing maintenance building will be replaced with a larger, more modern building with improved structural features that will greatly increase the safety and efficiency of the space. These projects will contribute to increasing the overall safety and capacity of the airport and operations facilities. Passengers will enjoy a more comfortable and efficient travel experience. Quotes “Our government is committed to investing in strategic infrastructure projects that directly support economic growth and jobs for Manitobans. We are proud of our role in the redevelopment of the Brandon Municipal Airport as this project reflects our commitment to ensuring value for money as we rebuild our provincial infrastructure. The expanded airport terminal, along with the additional funding announced today for further upgrades, will enable Brandon to be a competitive force in attracting both business and leisure travelers to conventions, conferences and new sporting and regional events, injecting new dollars into the economy.” The Honourable Brian Pallister, Premier of Manitoba “The completion of this expansion project is great news for people traveling through Brandon – whether for work or leisure. The Government of Canada is pleased to have invested in the Brandon Municipal Airport, which created good paying jobs and opportunities for the middle class and those working to join it. I am confident that with the completion of this project, and the further upgrades announced today, we will increase the Airport’s capacity and efficiency, which will have a lasting, positive impact on the region's economic growth and development.” The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities “Our expanded airport facility will serve not only the residents of Brandon, but the entire southwestern Manitoba region in its growing desire for closer and more convenient air travel options. The much-needed expansion has now elevated Brandon’s capacity as a regional travel hub and we are confident it can be the catalyst for enhanced economic growth and continued prosperity for our region.” Rick Chrest, Mayor of Brandon Quick Facts The Government of Canada will provide more than $180 billion in infrastructure funding over 12 years for public transit, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, transportation that supports trade, and Canada’s rural and northern communities. For the Airport Expansion Project the Government of Canada is contributing up to $2.9 million, while the Government of Manitoba is contributing up to $3.4 million to this project. The City of Brandon is contributing the balance of funding for a total estimated cost of $11.26 million. For the Airport Maintenance Building Replacement Project, the governments of Canada and Manitoba are each providing $833,333. The City of Brandon is also providing $833,333, bringing the total federal-provincial-municipal contribution to $2.5 million.

Is your vehicle covered in a sticky glue-type substance? Have you noticed the dark patches on the pavement under large trees or felt your shoes sticking to the sidewalk? At first, you might think that the trees are sapping, but according to horticulturalist Marci Bomford, the sticky substance is actually coming from aphids. In fact, it’s their poop. “It may be due to the drier weather this year or perhaps because of the milder temperatures during the winter months that there wasn’t much winter kill of the eggs. As a result, aphids are high in numbers and their only natural predator is lady bugs. And unfortunately, I haven’t seen a lot of lady bugs this year,” said Bomford. The aphids are feeding on the underside of the leaf on tree sap. The sugar-rich liquid, known as honeydew, is the secretion of the aphids. Once the aphids are done sucking or feeding on all the sap from a tree, they generally move on. The number of aphids increase rapidly because of asexual reproduction and their ability to lay eggs up to 60 times in their lifecycle. While Bombford said it doesn’t actually harm older, well established trees, it does stress them somewhat. In order to get rid of the aphids you would have to spray the entire tree, specifically the underside of the leaf, with a liquid insecticide soap. While this may be feasible for smaller trees and shrubs, it’s not always realistic for the towering species like Linden or Elm trees, which seem to be popular with the aphids this year. With any luck, we’ll start to see more lady bugs real soon so they can help control the aphids and we don’t have to deal with all this sticky poo much longer!

CALGARY, Alberta. July 13, 2017. WestJet announced today it will add two more weekly flights between Brandon and Calgary this winter, bringing the total number of weekly flights to 12 from 10, a 20 per cent increase year over year. All flights are operated by WestJet Encore on board its fleet of 40 Canadian-made Bombardier Q400 aircraft. “WestJet continues to enrich the lives of residents of Westman,” said Charles Duncan, President, WestJet Encore. “Since its inaugural flight to Brandon in September 2013, WestJet Encore has operated more than 3,000 flights in and out of the Brandon Municipal Airport, giving residents more connectivity to family and friends, more affordable travel options for business and leisure, and more opportunities for local businesses and organizations to grow and expand. Air service is an engine for economic growth and WestJet’s investment in the region has helped it unlock its potential and drive growth.” “The chorus of Westman residents asking for convenient air travel options continues to grow and we thank WestJet for listening,” added Brandon Mayor Rick Chrest. “With WestJet’s commitment to providing two daily flights on five of seven days each week this winter at our newly-expanded airport facility, we are confident that residents will continue to demonstrate we can fill those seats and, indeed, take on additional flight capacity in the future.” Details of WestJet’s increased service between Brandon and Calgary for winter 2017-18: Route Frequency Departing Arriving Effective Brandon – Calgary 12 times weekly 6:20 a.m.1 1:20 p.m. 7:43 a.m. 2:38 p.m. December 16, 2017 (existing daily flight) Calgary – Brandon 12 times weekly 9:45 a.m. 8:30 p.m.2 12:48 p.m. 11:32 p.m. (existing daily flight) December 15, 2017 1 This flight will operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 2 This flight will operate Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Royal Canadian Police in Manitoba Facebook On June 29, 2017, at approximately 10:45 pm, Brandon RCMP received a report of a missing 15-year-old female from the RM Elton, Manitoba. Mary-Ann Mansfield left a note in her room saying she would be gone for a few days. While Mary-Ann has been in contact with family members and friends, police are concerned for her well-being and have been unable to locate her. Mary-Ann is described as Caucasian, 5’3” tall and 110 pounds, with long red hair. It is believed she is in the Brandon or Flin Flon area. Anyone with information is asked to contact Brandon RCMP at 204-726-7519 or call Manitoba Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, submit a secure tip online or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).

From Vimy to Juno Commemorates Canada’s Role in First and Second World Wars A special commemorative exhibition entitled From Vimy to Juno: Canada in France 1914-45 opens on Saturday at The RCA Museum just in time for Brandon Doors Open. This national travelling exhibition explores the connections between defining moments in Canadian history and the experiences of Canadians who fought in both world wars. From Vimy to Juno was developed by the Juno Beach Centre, Canada’s only museum on the D-Day Landing beaches in Normandy, France. “We’re delighted to host this exhibition,” says Kathleen Christensen, Senior Curator. “It provides a great opportunity for our visitors to learn about Canada’s role in the First and Second World Wars and understand the local connections to these defining moments in our history.” “In two world wars, hundreds of thousands of Canadians fought in France, where their achievements helped shape our national identity,” said Jenna Zuschlag Misener, Executive Director of the Juno Beach Centre. “The Juno Beach Centre is proud to bring this legacy from the sacred ground of Vimy Ridge and Juno Beach to all Canadians coast to coast through this special program, especially in CFB Shilo whose own history connects the two wars.” This initiative was launched to commemorate a number of important Canadian anniversaries and milestones, including the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge in 2017 and the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the Normandy Landings in 2019. From Vimy to Juno will be on display at The RCA Museum from 12 July to 25 August. This exhibit enhances the RCA Museum’s current temporary exhibit, In the Footsteps of Vimy as well as a photographic display called Fathers and Sons Marching to War.  These original Regimental photographs were taken at training camps throughout Canada during the two wars and are from the museum’s archives.  Fathers and Sons will be on display for the duration of the Vimy to Juno exhibit.  In the Footsteps of Vimy will be on display until24 November. ABOUT THE RCA MUSEUM, CFB SHILO: The RCA Museum was established in 1962 at Canadian Forces Base Shilo, Manitoba in order to preserve and interpret this proud heritage for future generations. With 5 galleries in 24,000 square ft, it is one of the largest military museums in Canada and tells the story of the more than 200,000 Canadian Gunners who have served Canada in war and peace since 1855. Its collection and archives includes over 65,000 artifacts and archival records, including more than 150 artillery pieces and vehicles. www.themilitarymuseums.ca ABOUT THE JUNO BEACH CENTRE: The Juno Beach Centre was established in 2003 by veterans with a vision to create a permanent memorial to all Canadians who served Canada during the Second World War, and to preserve this legacy for future generations through education. The Centre in Normandy pays homage to the nearly 45,000 Canadians who died during the War, of which 5,500 during the Battle of Normandy and 359 on D-Day. A decade and over 750,000 visitors later, the Centre has been designated a site of national historic significance to Canada. The Association in Canada is a charitable organization which owns and operates the Centre. www.junobeach.org