Leons Headlines Sept 11: The International Peace Garden will hold its free annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony at 11 am, featuring a procession, guest speakers, music, wreath laying & moment of silence.
-Canadian politicians from all parties took to social media Wednesday to condemn political violence after US activist Charlie Kirk was shot & killed during a Utah college event. MB Premier: “Violence has no place in democracies. Our condolences to his wife and children.”
-Kirkcaldy Heights School in Brandon was locked down briefly Wednesday after police arrested an 18-year-old following a fight in the area involving an alleged edged weapon causing minor injuries
-Earlier this week, BPS arrested a 23-year-old, with half a kilo of cocaine and $10K charging him with trafficking & possession of stolen property.
-Peters School of Business will introduce 3 new certificate programs in Medical Admin, Legal Admin & Office Pro starting Sept 2026.
-Shared Health’s plan to fund training for 11 emergency medical responders in rural areas, instead of paramedics, is criticized by the Paramedic Association of MB & allied health union, who argue bursaries should support paramedic training.
-City crews valve maintenance on 26th Street today may cause discoloured but safe-to-drink water for homes west of 18th Street—simply run your taps until it clears.
-City of Brandon will remove 71 deteriorating ash trees downtown next week due to disease, pests & damage.
-A new Dalhousie study shows regular food delivery app use in Canada has risen from 1 in 5 in 2020 to 1 in 4 today, with many choosing convenience over cooking.
-Dauphin Countryfest 2026 dates are set for June 25–28, with tickets already on sale for members.
Charlie Kirk. Who is Charlie Kirk? Many Canadians over 40 had no idea who he was. The assassination of the 31 year old has shook the political world and the manhunt for his killer continues. Many are calling this the highest profile political incident since the loss of Robert Kennedy in 1968.
Did Charlie ever talk about Canada? While Charlie loved Canada, he disagreed vehemently with the Trudeau government, and felt Albert was the best part of the country.
Today is September 11th. The Peace Garden will hold its 9/11 service at 11 a.m. on September 11, with arrivals suggested by 10:30 a.m.—free until noon. The ceremony also honors the 24 Canadians who tragically died that day.
Come From Away / YOU ARE HERE. YOU ARE HERE is a documentary adaptation of the play Come From Away, telling the true story of how a small town in Newfoundland welcomed stranded travelers after 9/11. It highlights acts of kindness, community, and resilience in the face of global tragedy.
School Picture Day. It’s school picture day, a time for awkward poses and unforgettable outfits. Check out 20 of the worst school photos ever taken for a hilarious blast from the past!
https://cheezburger.com/5515525/20-of-the-worst-school-photos-youve-ever-seen
Food Delivery in Canada. Food delivery has become a major part of Canadian life. One in four Canadians now regularly orders meals straight to their door.
Charlie Sheen. Amid all the chaos on September 10, Charlie Sheen’s latest antics slipped under the radar. Here’s what you missed from the actor known for his wild and unpredictable moments.
