Leons Headlines Nov 3: A Westman physician warns MB risks losing more cancer specialists unless changes are made to improve physician well-being & retention.
-Brandon’s newly elected council took office Monday evening during a public swearing-in ceremony at City Hall.
-The newly elected Brandon SD trustees also took office, re-electing Linda Ross as chair by acclamation.
-Brandon has recorded nearly 400 traffic collisions and two fatalities so far in 2026, compared with no traffic deaths last year.
-Info session for the planned 18th& Braecrest roundabout tonight 4-7pm at the Sportsplex.
-Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal is launching Mobility Renewal, a social enterprise selling refurbished mobility equipment at about 20% of market prices.
-RMNP begins seasonal winter operations, closing several roads until May 15, reducing Visitor Centre hours.
-Dauphin’s new 120 space daycare, Prairie Park Place is expected to be completed by July, open fall 2027.
-A new Salvation Army survey finds 31% of Canadians are skipping meals or eating less because they can’t afford groceries, up from 27% last year, while food bank use has also increased to record levels.
-A MB legislature resolution is calling on Ottawa to clarify Canada’s self-defense laws, asking for greater legal certainty when using reasonable force against threats.
-Fridge hacks in Europe raise questions for Canadian grocers.
-Public Safety Canada joins other countries is reminding Canadians to prepare for at least 72hrs without water or electricity in an emergency. HOW TO PREP HERE: https://www.publicsafety.gc.ca/index-en.aspx
-Ottawa’s federal budget Thursday is expected to include measures to simplify tax rules and encourage businesses to help attract $1T in private investment.
-The federal government will release its latest immigration targets Thursday alongside the federal budget.
-Democrats lead in national polls as Americans head to the polls in the US midterms today.
-Jets visit Montreal tonight to face the Canadiens.
What’s with the Halloween candy?! Every year, the needle-in-the-candy scare makes headlines, and this year it seems like nearly every province has a report! Is this a genuine danger parents need to worry about, or has Halloween become the annual season of candy paranoia?
Three days of supplies? Experts say THINK BIGGER! Canada says you should be ready to survive at least 72 hours without power or running water, but some experts say you should aim for a full week! So, how prepared are you — a pantry full of supplies or half a bag of chips and a questionable bottle of water?
https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/uk-emergency-preparedness-stockpile-canada-9.7406408
Your supermarket fridge could get HACKED?! Apparently, even supermarket refrigerators connected to the internet can become targets for cyberattacks — because apparently hackers have beef with the beef! Do we really need our fridges online, or can we just go back to the revolutionary technology of keeping food cold?
JAW DROPPING SCAM–Pay up or we’ll SWAT your house! This scam is downright terrifying: fraudsters threaten victims with a fake emergency call to send armed police to their homes. Imagine being targeted by criminals who don’t just want your money — they want to turn your own front lawn into a police standoff!
Manitoba is on MIAMI TIME!? The debate over Manitoba ending the twice-yearly clock change is still ticking, and people have plenty to say about it! So what if North Dakota is an hour behind but we’re sharing the same clocks as Florida for part of the year — suddenly, our winter mornings could feel a little more tropical on paper!
One last order — one big-hearted worker serving a big hearted community! Documentary landing in 3 weeks on Netflix: Sometimes the smallest moments in the drive-thru turn into the biggest feel-good stories, and this one proves kindness can happen anywhere. It’s a reminder that behind every counter is a real person who can make somebody’s day with one simple act.
Wedding vows interrupted by GHOSTBUSTERS?! Imagine standing at the altar, ready to say “I do,” when suddenly the Ghostbusters theme comes blasting through your big moment! It’s certainly one way to make sure nobody forgets your wedding — although the bride and groom might have preferred a little less paranormal activity!
Canadian Motorboat Controversy! A groom is getting roasted online over a raunchy stunt at the wedding altar that has people questioning whether there’s a time and place for everything! Is it harmless wedding-day humour, or did this guy take “making a splash” a little too literally? TO THE COMMENTS!!!!!
The HOT new travel trend: TRIP SNACKING! Forget the big, expensive vacation — more travellers are embracing quick, one-night getaways to squeeze more fun into their lives without breaking the bank! Would you pack a bag for 24 hours of adventure, or does a vacation only count if you need a vacation to recover from it?
