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2025 - 2026 EVENT CALENDAR
MARCH2025
5th:WomenofWestmanConference
7th:FirstFridayCoffee
20th:BuildingBridgesandCommunityLuncheon
APRIL2025
4th:FirstFridayCoffee
17th:StateoftheCityLuncheon
MAY2025
1st:AnnualAwardsGala
9th:FirstFridayCoffee
15th:StateoftheProvinceLuncheon
21st:Chamber101
28th:BusinessAfter5atLivingstoneOutdoor
JUNE2025
5th:StateoftheChamberLuncheon
6th:FirstFridayCoffee&ChamberBBQ
11th:ChamberGolfTournament
SEPTEMBER2025
5th:FirstFridayCoffee
10th:AnnualGeneralMeeting
18th:EconomicReconciliation Luncheon
OCTOBER2025
3rd:FirstFridayCoffee
16th:SmallBusinessLuncheon
NOVEMBER2025
7th:FirstFridayCoffee
20th:Luncheon
DECEMBER2025
5th:FirstFridayCoffee 11th:HolidayHappyHour
Business Excellence (Large Business) Award: T-Birds Fun Food Games
Trevor Peters and Debbie Nadon, siblings and co-owners of T-Birds Food Fun Games, have brought family-friendly fun to Brandon for over 25 years Their journey began at the original Thunderbird Bowl, where they worked alongside their parents before taking ownership in 1994 With a focus on accessibility and guest experience, they built the current T-Birds location, which now stands as Westman’s go-to destination for bowling, games, and great food Over the years, they’ve renovated every part of the facility and mentored a strong leadership team Trevor has also served in key roles with Bowl Canada, advocating for the sport nationwide As they step back from daily operations, Trevor and Deb remain proud of their legacy and grateful for the customers, team, and community who have supported them along the way.
Business Excellence (Small Business) Award: Create Marketing Inc
Create Marketing is a full-service marketing agency based in Brandon, Manitoba, dedicated to helping organizations grow through purposeful strategy, bold creativity, and thoughtful execution. Founded in 2018, Create has evolved from supporting small businesses to partnering with leading organizations across Southwestern Manitoba The team works closely with clients to uncover their goals, develop integrated marketing and communication strategies, to bring them to life across print, digital, events, and beyond Known for their collaborative approach and high standard of quality, Create Marketing is built on a foundation of innovation, adaptability, and connection Whether launching a new brand or elevating an existing one, they are passionate about delivering work that aligns with purpose and drives meaningful results
Lifetime Business Builder Award Recipient: Ron Ball
Ron Ball founded Precision Toyota in 1979, bringing a strong work ethic, community spirit, and people-first approach to everything he did. Raised on a cattle farm near Shilo, Ron began his career in auto sales and co-owned Ron’s Wheel Estate before launching what would become one of Westman’s most trusted dealerships. Precision Toyota recently celebrated 45 years in business and now continues under the leadership of Ron’s son Scott and business partner Ken Campbell’s son, Jordan. Named Business Person of the Year in 2009, Ron also helped launch Westman Dreams for Kids in 1993 and gave generously to youth sports and community causes.
Even after retiring in 2019, he remained a familiar face at the dealership and a proud supporter of local initiatives. Ron’s greatest joy came from his family, especially his grandchildren His legacy lives on through the business he built, the causes he championed, and the many people whose lives he touched
Photo (left): Owner, Ashleigh Hamm
Photo (right): Ron Ball*
Photo (right): Owners, Trevor Peters and Debbie Nadon
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B R A N D O N
On April 25, the Leadership Brandon cohort took to the skies literally for an unforgettable Tourism Day, exploring Brandon hotspots The day began at the Brandon Flight Centre with flights in small four-person planes, offering a bird’s-eye view of the city and a memorablestarttothemorning
The group then toured the Brandon Municipal Airport, where they heard about exciting efforts to bring back a directflighttoToronto,andvisitedtheCommonwealthAir Museum to learn more about Brandon’s aviation and militaryhistory.
After a scenic lunch at the Riverbank Discovery Centre, theafternooncontinuedwithaleadershipsessionledby Wendy Bulloch, a presentation from Brandon Tourism’s Lanny Stewart, and a guided tour of the Riverbank groundswithDeanHammond includingalookatnew public art installations by Peter Sawatzky. The day wrappedupwithatouranddebriefatSection6Brewing Co. theperfectendtoadayfullofinsights,stories,and connection.
ThankyoutotheBrandonFlightCentre,Brandon Municipal Airport, Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum, Wendy Bulloch of Building-Up, Lanny Stewart of Brandon Tourism, Riverbank Discovery Centre, and Section 6 Brewing Co. for hosting us. Leadership Brandon continues to offerpowerfulexperiencesthatconnectleaders to the people and places driving our region forward
Registration for the next Leadership Brandon cohortopensthisJune andifyou’rereadyto grow your leadership skills, build meaningful connections, and gain a deeper understanding ofhowBrandonworks,thisprogramisforyou.
Member Spotlight: Westman Hospice Association Inc.
The Westman Hospice Association Inc (WHA) is a compassionate and dedicated organization supporting individuals and families across Brandon and southwestern Manitoba who are facing lifethreateningillnessesandend-of-lifejourneys.Through a committed team of trained volunteers, WHA offers vital, no-cost services including in-home and facility visits, caregiver relief, grief and loss resources, and communityeducationonpalliativecare
Their mission is grounded in dignity, empathy, and support valuesthey’veupheldsincetheirformationin 1992, when concerned citizens responded to changes in local palliative care by envisioning a freestanding hospice. That vision lives on today through the continued work of WHA volunteers and their push to buildadedicatedhospicefacilityinBrandon.
WHA is not just about end-of-life care it’s about ensuring that every person’s final chapter is met with dignity, comfort, and community. They are proud members of Palliative Manitoba and the Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Association, and work closelywithPrairieMountainHealth.
THEHOSPICEBUILDINGPROJECT
GETINVOLVED
Therearemanywaystooffersupport:
Become a Member: For just $20 a year, you can support hospice care and education and join a compassionatecommunityofadvocates.
Volunteer: WHA provides palliative care volunteer training (next session in September 2025), covering thecostforactivemembers.
AttendEvents:
Hike for Hospice & Co-op BBQ: May 24, 2025, 10:00am–3:00pm
Holes 4 Hospice Golf Tournament: June 21, 2025, 8:00am,GlenLeaGolfCourse
50/50 Raffle: Online province-wide draw on September9,2025
Monthly Meetings: 2nd Tuesday each month (except July & August) at 7pm, Seniors for Seniors,311ParkAveE
WHA’sBuildingCommitteeisactivelyworkingtoestablishahospicefacilityinBrandon.Theirdetailedpre-budget submissiontotheManitobagovernmentoutlinestheurgentneed,costsavings,andcommunityimpactofalocal hospice. Strategic partnerships with Canadian Cancer Society, Prairie Mountain Health, and developers have strengthenedthisproposal,movingWHAclosertomakingthisvisionareality Supporttheiradvocacythroughthe CanadianCancerSociety’s“BringCareCloser”campaign
BoardofDirectors
LOISRUSTON|PRESIDENT YWCAWestman
JENNIFERLUDWIG|VICEPRESIDENT SuperThriftyDrugsCanadaLtd
EMELIOBROWN |SECRETARY-TREASURER IntritechMarketing
MATTBERG
LivingstoneOutdoor&Livingstone LandscapingLtd
TILDAFORTIER GreenstoneBuildingProducts
MEREDYTHLEECH LeechGroup
BRENTMILLER VictoriaInn
ROBSTARKELL West-CanHRSolutions
CHRISFINLEY Mazergroup
KARINGRIFFIN AlternativeGroup
AMBERWHITE AnytimeFitness
CHARLESTWEED TweediaSocialMedia Agency
ENVERNAIDOO WestmanImmigrant Services
ChamberStaff
OLIVIABOYCE
GeneralManager gm@brandonchamberca
MACAYLALYONS
Events&MarketingCoordinator events@brandonchamberca
FREDERICRAMSAY
Office&MarketingCoordinator info@brandonchamberca
WeacknowledgethatBrandonislocatedonTreaty2territory, traditionallandsoftheCree,Oji-Cree,Dakota, Anishinaabe/Ojibwepeoples,andthehomelandoftheRed RiverMétisNation.Wehonorthehistories,cultures,and contributionsofIndigenouspeoplestoourcommunity.
