-Brandon’s salvation army’s kettle campaign is in desperate need of financial help. With 6 days left, they are short of reaching its campaign goal of $110,000. You can help by volunteering , or by making a donation.
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-The Manitoba Government is giving Manitoba Tipi Mitawa $1.1 million dollars to help First Nation women and mothers own their own homes. This money will go towards financial literacy, home ownership training, down payment and the buying process. The announcement was made Wednesday.
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-Canada’s Population has dropped by 0.2 per cent, or approximately 76 thousand people in this year’s third quarter. This, according to Stats Canada. The reason? A decrease in the number of non-permanent residents and net emigration.
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-Canada Post says it’s ready for the Holiday Shipping rush. They have experienced Labour disputes over wages and workforce changes in the last 2 years; and with 6 days left until Christmas, they say they are on track for normal deliveries at this busy time of year.
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-7,500 people are on The Manitoba Housing waitlist; the highest number in 5 years. Advocates say housing shortages, slow construction, and the NDP’s focus on ending homeless encampments are the cause. These numbers were collected in November.
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-A free Family Fun Day is happening in Brandon’s Keystone Centre Saturday; thanks to the Keystone Centre AND The Keystone Centre foundation. This family events includes free food and movies, a Kids fun zone, Mighty Machines exhibition, photos with Santa, public skating and more. Family free fun begins at 11am to 3:30pm Saturday.
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-A 45-year-old man from Neepawa has been sentenced to 2 years in custody. He was charged Wednesday, in connection for luring and sexually touching one of his underage co-workers. In sentencing, The judge says that the 45-year-old Neepawa man psychologically manipulated the girl, and gained her trust through Facebook Messenger.
