On 2024-11-13 at 1521 hrs, the Brandon Police Service received a report from a towing compound employee, as a male operator of a vehicle was at the business (2300 block of 49th St E) and believed to be intoxicated.  The employee was able to provide a plate to the vehicle and a police records check revealed that it had been stolen from Erickson on 2024-11-10.  Police attended the location and attempted to conduct a traffic stop, whereby the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed.  The operator was observed by police and known from prior police interactions.  An assessment by officers at the time determined public safety to be a greater concern than law enforcement, and a pursuit was not initiated.  On 2024-11-16 at 2147 hrs, police received a report from a resident on Spruce Drive regarding a suspicious vehicle that was occupied and parked on the street.  Officers were led to believe that the vehicle was the same stolen car which police attempted to stop on 2024-11-13.  As a precaution, additional officers setup nearby with tire deflation sticks prior to engaging the vehicle and operator.  Upon an officer approaching the vehicle, it sped off and drove over the tire deflation sticks.  The vehicle continued out of City limits where it struck the ditch and a 28-year-old male was taken into custody.  The accused was lodged at BPS and will appear for charges stemming from 2024-11-13 and 2024-11-16, for the offences of Flight from Police x2, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x2 and Failure to Comply with Release Order x2.

On November 6, 2024, at 9:45 am, officers with the Blue Hills RCMP detachment received a report of an erratic driver on Highway 1, located east of Brandon. The caller advised that the suspect vehicle was a marked police SUV and that he was concerned with the driver. The caller followed the suspect vehicle for a short period of time before losing site of it on Highway 1. With the information provided by the caller, the vehicle was identified as belonging to CN Police. Officers located the suspect vehicle at a residence in Brandon where the 42-year-old male driver, a CN Police Officer, was arrested for Impaired Driving. He was taken to the Blue Hills RCMP Detachment where he provided samples of his breath suitable for analysis which were found to be over twice the legal limit. The CN Police officer, who was on duty at the time of the driving complaint, will be facing Impaired Driving charges in relation to this incident. He was released from custody for a court appearance scheduled for January 2, 2025, in Brandon Provincial Court. The name of the police officer will be provided once charges are formally laid. The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba was notified the day of the arrest and are monitoring the investigation. Source

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE”: Joshua FAWCETT FOR Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Flight from Police.  On November 13th, 2024, Police observed Joshua FAWCETT driving a stolen Chevrolet Silverado. Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop; however FAWCETT fled the scene at a high rate of speed. FAWCETTE’s whereabouts are unknown therefore a warrant of arrest has been issued for Joshua FAWCETT. “CRIME STOPPERS WANTED” for: November 15th, 2024 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a; Mischief to Property.  On November 7th, 2024, a male was caught on video surveillance smashing out the window of a business located in the 300 block of Pacific Avenue. The suspect did not make entry and fled on foot prior to police arrival. ************** If you have information about this or any other crime you are asked to contact Brandon Crime Stoppers @ 204-727-TIPS (8477), www.brandoncrimestoppers.com or by texting BCSTIP+your message to CRIMES (274637).  Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display.  Your call is not recorded and your identity will remain anonymous.  Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 cash for information that leads to the solution of a crime.  

Brandon, MB – Due to the potential Canada Post work stoppage, the City of Brandon advises residents and businesses of alternative service delivery options to minimize the impact of mail delivery delays. Alternative Payment Options Customers who normally submit payment by mail are encouraged to utilize alternative payment methods accepted by the City: In-person at City Hall during normal business hours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Drop-off box at the east door on the southeast side of City Hall at 410 – 9th Street In-person at your financial institution Online banking, e-transfer, or through Virtual City Hall (VCH) For more information on these payment options, please visit brandon.ca/payment-options. Virtual City Hall To view balances or make payments on water, taxes or receivable accounts customers may apply for a Virtual City Hall (VCH) account at brandon.ca/vch-application. For customers with an existing VCH account, please visit vch.brandon.ca for more information. VCH can also be utilized to pay parking and compliance tickets or apply for and pay for animal licenses. Water and Wastewater Utility Invoices Water and wastewater utility customers who receive their quarterly invoice by mail are encouraged to enroll in electronic invoicing. To enroll, complete an account change form online at  onlineservices.brandon.ca/updateinfo. For quarterly customers who normally receive an invoice in November, those invoices will go to Canada Post on November 15th but may be delayed by the potential work stoppage. Customers can view their utility account balance on VCH. If customers do not receive their invoice by the end of November, they may email water@brandon.ca with their service address or account number to obtain an electronic copy of their invoice. As a reminder, November utility invoices will be due December 6, 2024. Customers are advised to utilize alternative invoice delivery and payment methods to avoid late payment charges.  Other Invoices Invoices for ambulance, solid waste, or other municipal services may be paid using any of the alternatives listed above. Customers of these services can also enroll in electronic invoicing by emailing receivables@brandon.ca with their name and customer ID. Vendor Payments Businesses who currently receive payment via cheque are encouraged to enroll in electronic funds payment (EFT). EFT payments will continue to be generated weekly. Contact payables@brandon.ca for information on enrolling for EFT. Cheques issued the week of November 12th will be delivered by mail. Delivery of future cheques will be subject to the status of the work stoppage. Invoices to the City of Brandon can be emailed to payables@brandon.ca.

Canada Post has received strike notices from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), for both Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units. The notices indicate that CUPW will be in a legal position to begin strike activity on November 15 at 12:01 a.m. ET. In the event CUPW initiates rotating strike activity, Canada Post intends to continue delivering for Canadians and Canadian businesses while working to reach negotiated agreements. However, the ongoing possibility of a labour disruption has been significantly eroding Canada Post’s volumes and escalating the negative financial impact on the company. Canada Post has notified the union that unless new agreements are reached, the current collective agreements will no longer apply as of Friday. The Corporation will then be in a position, using the means provided in the Canada Labour Code, to adjust operations based on its operational realities and business needs. Parcel volumes decline 28 per cent and continue to slide at a usually busy time Retailers require certainty for their shipments at this time of year and continue to move more and more of their parcels to other delivery companies. This is typically Canada Post’s busiest time of the year, bringing much needed revenue to the organization. Delivered parcel volumes have been in an accelerating decline since CUPW announced its strike mandate on October 25. Last week, Canada Post’s parcel volumes declined by 28 per cent compared to the same week of the previous year. That represents 1.3 million parcels – or more than a day’s worth of delivered parcels at this time of year – that went to competitors instead of Canada Post. With CUPW’s strike notice, the company expects this trend to accelerate. Labour disruption would have lasting impact A labour disruption would affect the millions of Canadians and businesses who rely on the postal service, and deepen the company’s already serious financial situation. It is critical that both parties focus their energies on resolving issues to reach negotiated agreements. In the event of a labour disruption, the Corporation will work to minimize service disruptions, but customers may experience delays. Mail and parcels flow through Canada Post’s highly integrated national network each day to get from sender to receiver. Shutting down facilities or regions with rotating strikes can cause immediate and prolonged ripple effects throughout the network. Postal system must change to compete in today’s delivery market Canada Post is rapidly falling behind in today’s highly competitive, customer-focused parcel delivery market. In the first half of 2024, the company recorded a loss from operations of $490 million. Since 2018, the Corporation has lost more than $3 billion. To secure the future of the business, the Corporation needs a more flexible and affordable delivery model that allows it to deliver seven days a week and quickly respond to the needs of customers. Without these changes, the significant challenges facing Canada Post will intensify. Canada Post is committed to protecting what’s most important to employees. The company’s recent global offers ensure current employees don’t lose ground by protecting the defined benefit pension, job security provisions, leave entitlements and health benefits, while proposing competitive wage increases. Delivery of socio-economic cheques will continue during a disruption Canada Post and CUPW have agreed to continue the delivery of socio-economic cheques during any upcoming labour disruption, for eligible and participating government organizations. The agreement ensures government financial assistance delivered by mail will reach seniors and other Canadians who rely on it. Socio-economic cheques for the month of November will be delivered on November 20. Canadians will receive their cheques the same way they normally receive their mail. Stay up to date Visit canadapost.ca/negotiations for the latest information on negotiations and a list of affected locations in the event of labour disruptions.