Leons Headlines May 29: NEW-Canada entered a recession in the first quarter of 2026; StatsCan says Canada’s economy stalled, with real GDP down 0.1%.
-Heat Warning continues for southern MB Friday; temps moderate mid-weekend. Brandon likely broke a May 28 heat record, reaching 35°C and topping the old 33.3°C mark set in 1919, though official confirmation from Environment Canada is still pending.
-A Killarney man has been charged with second-degree murder after RCMP found the body of a 55yr old man inside a burned truck at a Carman self-storage Monday.
-A 76yr old woman was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries after a single-vehicle crash near Moon Lake RMNP when she left the road & struck trees while passing another vehicle.
-BPS continue investigating Tuesday’s fatal crash at 110 & Richmond East, as Brijpal Panwar appeared in court Thursday facing Dangerous Driving Causing Death charges amid concerns over inactive traffic lights.
-MB recruits 53 health-care workers during a UK hiring trip in April; 29 paramedics & 24 physicians receiving invites to apply.
-MB budget bill passed late last night, removing PST from snacks, soft drinks, and prepared meals starting July 1, a move expected to save a family of four about $100 a year.
-Supreme Court of Canada upholds ruling that Aboriginal title cannot be claimed over privately owned land, setting a precedent that First Nations may seek compensation but not ownership.
-The second of 2 days of BU convocations go today at HLC.
-MB is urging drivers to slow down Saturday as 4-H members clean litter along highways from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with marked cleanup zones in place.
-PMH celebrates 125yrs of the Dauphin Hospital & Regional Health Centre today.
-Bethel Church marks 100yrs with a weekend celebration.
-Brandon Arbor Day celebrations Saturday at Keystone Centre run 11 am-3 pm with tree planting BBQ & kids’ activities.
-Music in the Park returns to Princess Park every Tuesday from June 2-Aug 25.
NHL Legend Claude Lemieux, gone at 60, shocking the hockey world after appearing at a Habs game earlier this week!
Men 45-65 have one of the highest suicide rates in Canada. Even tough, legendary hockey players are not immune. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out — you are not alone. Help is available 24/7: Call or text 988 — Suicide Crisis Helpline
➡️24/7 Brandon: 204-725-4411⬅️
➡️404 13th Street (Crisis stabilization)⬅️
1-877-435-7170 — Manitoba Suicide Prevention & Support Line
204-786-8686 — Klinic Crisis Line (Winnipeg)
You don’t have to carry it by yourself.💔
HAPPY GRAD Week BU Students! Our very own Liberty, our baby graduates today from BU and we couldn’t be more proud. CONGRATS to all the grads!
Can’t collect lotto winnings becuase I don’t have photo ID?!?! A senior thought she’d hit a lucky $1,000 scratch-and-win prize, but Ontario Lottery and Gaming is refusing to pay out, leaving everyone asking what went wrong. What should’ve been a celebration has turned into a paperwork mystery instead of a payday.
How can I be on my phone and drive when I only have one hand!?!?! A woman went viral after being accused of using a phone while driving, but viewers quickly pointed out she doesn’t have a right hand. The situation sparked a wave of debate online about assumptions, context, and how quickly clips can spread without the full story.
