Brandon School Division is excited to announce that two of our K-8 schools have been selected as regional finalists in our Province for the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Challenge! As our students work on real-world projects to help us better our schools and communities, this initiative is inspiring them and getting them closer than ever to STEM subjects. STEM is a term that refers to curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines:  Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics. During the months of March through April, Teachers from across the country entered the contest by answering questions related to showing how STEM can be applied to help improve their school and local community. George Fitton School and Meadows School submitted entries during Phase 1 and are moving on to the next round, in hopes of winning up to $50,000 in Samsung Tech for their classrooms! Phase 2 of the challenge will have the 150 Regional Finalists produce and submit a video, based on their application, demonstrating how STEM can be applied to help improve their school and local community. Our students were eager to take on this challenge, as they understand the global applications of solving problems within their schools and communities using STEM. Regional Winners will be announced on Monday, June 19, 2017. Click here to view the official media release from Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.

OTTAWA, June 4, 2017 The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement after last night's terrorist attack in the United Kingdom: "Canada strongly condemns the senseless attack that took place last night in London, United Kingdom, which killed and injured many innocent people. I am heartbroken that a Canadian is among those killed. "We grieve with the families and friends of those who have lost loved ones, and wish all those injured a speedy and full recovery. "Londoners and people across the United Kingdom have always displayed strength and resilience in the face of adversity. We recently witnessed this after the attacks in Manchester and in the Westminster area of London. This time will be no different. "These hateful acts do not deter us; they only strengthen our resolve. Canadians stand united with the British people. We will continue to work together with the United Kingdom and all our allies to fight terrorism and bring perpetrators to justice. "The Government of Canada will not comment further at this time out of respect for the family." This document is also available at http://pm.gc.ca

  Brandon University Media Release BRANDON, Man. – Gervan Fearon will move on from Brandon this summer to become Brock University’s next President and Vice-Chancellor. Brandon University wishes President Fearon all the best and thanks him for his years of collaborative and innovative leadership as President and Vice-Chancellor at Brandon. He leaves behind a legacy of community-building, insight and collective vision, embodied in a new Brandon University Academic Plan and a forthcoming Brandon University Campus Master Plan, and new positions devoted to Sexualized Violence Prevention and to Diversity and Human Rights. Fearon, who has spent numerous years in senior leadership roles at Canadian universities, commences his new duties at Brock on August 1. In the meantime, Fearon will continue to serve as President at Brandon University. “I will be currently focusing on assisting in the transition over the next two months,” he said. “For Brandon University, this means ensuring there is a minimal disruption to ongoing initiatives and a continuation of the gains made over the past few years, including the downtown initiative.” The appointment, announced today by John Suk, the Chair of Brock University’s Board of Trustees, caps an intense eight-month recruitment process that involved several leading candidates from across Canada.  

Robertson College will be holding its 2017 Graduation Ceremony on Friday, June 9, 2017, 1:30pm, at the Victoria Inn, Imperial Ballroom. This year the College is graduating 83 students in a variety of programs including Administrative Professional, Legal Assistant, Health Care Aide, Health Unit Clerk, Massage Therapy and Nursing Assistant. Robertson College grads are in high demand, especially in the Health Care industry. This year we are graduating our first class of Massage Therapy students which is a great accomplishment for us. Our Health Care Aide and Health Unit Clerk programs are continually increasing in demand. We are very proud that our Industry partners are recognizing the knowledge and potential in our students. Most all of our students are securing positions by the end of their work practicum placements in all of our programs. Robertson College is one of the oldest Private Colleges in Canada, dating back to 1911. We have a long history of offering relevant education to our students. Our students secure positions in fields that are in demand. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. We are very proud of our Graduating Class, and the impact that they will have on the local labour market. Robertson College Brandon Amy Kilburn Director D10 800 Rosser Avenue Brandon, MB (204) 725-7200 akilburn@robertsoncollege.com

Approximately 4,300 pills were taken (including numerous narcotics and controlled stimulants) from a pharmacy in Pilot Mound and police are still searching for a suspect. The incident happened on May 25th in the early morning hours. RCMP say the suspect forced his way into the pharmacy through the front door. Video surveillance from the pharmacy was able to capture images of the suspect wearing blue jeans, a black hoody, and something black covering his face. He is also described as having a slim to average build. “RCMP are warning the general public of the dangers of ingesting any prescription medication without the consent of a medical professional.”. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Manitou RCMP at 204-242-2017, or call Manitoba Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.