Leons Headlines Sept 30: Today is the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, or Orange Shirt Day, with Brandon’s events including a walk at Riverbank Discovery Centre at noon to honour residential school survivors & children who never returned home.
-An increasing number of Canadians believe the country belongs to to Indigenous Peoples, with 38% agreeing, 43% disagreeing, and 19% unsure.
-RM of McCreary issues an emergency water conservation notice due to a water main break.
-Not so fast: MB’s positive interprovincial migration numbers revised; not a gain of 106 people, but rather a loss of 389.
-MB health apologizes for flawed rollout of home-care delivery system as the government works to address problems.
-MB is adding 20 digital message boards and 19 highway cameras this Fall in time for the Winter driving season to help drivers stay safe and informed.
-‘Struggle meals’ & Hamburger Helper are trending in Canada due to food costs, as 1 in 4 struggle with food insecurity, says Food Banks Canada.
-Sunrise Credit Union helps with a $10K Empowering Your Community Grant to expand school mental health resource libraries across 14 Westman communities.
-Brandon’s Halloween Hop Oct 14–31 is back with spooky stops at local garden centres & haunted house in support of local charities.
-US government funding ends at midnight unless Republicans & Democrats reach a spending agreement, potentially causing a shutdown of the US Government.
WHAT’S OPEN and WHAT’S CLOSED Today across Westman? The Brandon Sun has a list of area business and hours, including grocery, liqour and civic services. While most government offices and schools are closed, most retail remain open, some with adjusted hours.
https://www.brandonsun.com/local/2025/09/29/whats-open-on-truth-and-reconciliation-day
Northern Lights STUN! Last night, the Northern Lights put on a breathtaking display, lighting up the sky in vivid colors. Spectators were left in awe, capturing photos and videos to share the magical moment.
Bryan Adams Concert. Bryan Adams proved he still has it with a powerhouse performance last night. Fans sang along to every hit, confirming his status as a rock legend.
Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban – Rumors of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s split were subtly hinted at months ago in a cryptic Instagram post. Fans are now piecing together the clues as the couple reportedly goes their separate ways.
Canada’s Third Airline has thrown down the gauntlet! Canada may be on the verge of adding a third major airline, joining WestJet and Air Canada. Industry experts say this could shake up the travel market and increase competition.
Blue Jays Tickets at Yankee Stadium. Canadians are currently barred from buying tickets to potential Blue Jays games at Yankee Stadium. Fans will have to wait or find alternative ways to secure seats.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/canadians-blue-jays-yankee-stadium-1.7646758?cmp=rss
Bad Bunny Super Bowl Politics. Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show sparked political controversy, with debates over messaging and cultural representation. The performance has reignited conversations about the role of politics in entertainment.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/sienaegiljum/maga-bad-bunny-super-bowl-reactions
Dad Trades Bike Ride for Tea Party. A dad melted hearts on TikTok by making a deal with his daughter: a bike ride in exchange for a princess tea party. The video went viral, highlighting the sweet compromises of parenthood.
This could DECIMATE Hallmark movies made in Manitoba! President Donald Trump has once again announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the U.S., a proposal he first mentioned in May. This move could dramatically affect the film industry and international box office markets.
