City of Brandon Parks & Recreation Services

09/20/2026

🍂🩷 Stay Safe This Fall! 🩷🍂

Help your child build confidence, safety awareness, and basic first aid skills with the Canadian Red Cross Stay Safe Program, offered in partnership with the City of Brandon Parks & Recreation Services.

✅ Learn how to prepare for, recognize, and respond to unexpected situations
✅ Basic first aid and safety skills training
✅ Stay Safe workbook included
✅ Certificate of Completion

📅 Choose from two dates: • October 5
• November 20

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

📍 Location: Brandon Fire Hall Training Room
120 19th St N, Brandon

👧🧒 Ages: 9-13 years
💲 Cost: $60

Register today: 🌐 https://brandon.perfectmind.com/25683/Clients/BookMe4BookingPages/BookingCoursesPage?calendarId=775b041c-b655-4d93-a047-daaa7158533b&widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&embed=False 📞 (204) 729-2471

Give your child the skills and confidence to stay safe when home alone, out with friends, or facing unexpected situations.

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09/19/2026

🚨 Spots Still Available! We Have Instructors! ⛸️

Looking for a fun way to build confidence on the ice this fall? Our Learn to Skate Program is ready to go, and we still have spots available!

✅ Beginner-friendly instruction
✅ Learn gliding, starting, stopping, and forward & backward skating
✅ Ages 3+ and Teen/Adult options available
✅ Small-group learning environment

📅 Saturdays | September 26 - December 5
📍 Sportsplex Arena
💲 $112.50 for the 9-week session
💲 Teen/Adult Program: $87.50

Whether your child is stepping onto the ice for the first time or you're looking to learn as an adult, our certified instructors are excited to help skaters develop skills and confidence in a safe and supportive setting.

🎟️ Register today at: https://brandon.perfectmind.com/25683/Clients/BookMe4BookingPages/BookingCoursesPage?calendarId=054064ec-bb3d-4e46-9be5-09561c11930b&widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&embed=False
📞 Call (204) 729-2471 for more information.

Don't wait, spots are filling fast! ⛸️❄️

09/19/2026

Learn French This Fall!

Ready to start your French language journey? Join our French Level 1 course and learn basic vocabulary, everyday phrases, and simple conversations in a fun, interactive environment. Through games, activities, and real-life practice, you'll build confidence and develop practical language skills.

📅 Mondays, September 21 – November 16 (No class October 12)
🕔 5:15 PM – 6:45 PM
📍 Cultural Resource Centre
638 Princess Avenue, Door B
👤 Ages 18+
💲 $116

Whether you're learning for travel, work, or personal enrichment, this beginner-friendly course is a great place to start!

📞 204-729-2471
🌐https://brandon.perfectmind.com/25683/Clients/BookMe4LandingPages/CoursesLandingPage?widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&redirectedFromEmbededMode=False&courseId=c17f2680-af06-434d-b815-f1f79b1a5d47

09/19/2026

Sportsplex public programming schedule for next week is here!

Most up to date schedule can be found at: https://brandon.perfectmind.com/25683/Clients/BookMe4BookingPages/Classes?calendarId=e1b99224-f697-43af-8c09-f8b4663eae05&widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&embed=False

⛸️ Heading to the Sportsplex Arena this week? Here’s what you need to know before you go! Whether you're coming for Public Skate or Sticks & Pucks, here are some helpful reminders to keep everyone safe and having fun on the ice.

✨ Public Skate Highlights:
• Helmets encouraged
• No food or drinks on the ice
• Youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
• Skate rentals and skate aids available

🏒 Sticks & Pucks Info:
• CSA-approved hockey helmets required
• Age‑specific session times
• Youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
• Regular drop‑in fees apply for accompanying adults

📌 Pricing is listed on the poster!

09/19/2026

🎨✨ Creative Kids Crafting! ✨🎨

Calling all young creators! Join us for a hands-on crafting adventure where imagination takes center stage. Each week, participants will explore different materials and create fun projects to take home.

🖍️ Design colorful Perler bead creations
🎨 Sculpt unique clay projects
🌈 Make pony bead keychains
🎄 Create a special holiday decoration
✨ All supplies are provided!

This exciting program is perfect for kids who love to create, experiment, and express their creativity in a fun and supportive environment. (Crafts may vary from those shown.)

📅 Wednesdays, November 18 - December 9
⏰ 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

📍 Cultural Resource Centre
638 Princess Ave., Door B

👧👦 Ages: 8-12
💲 Cost: $60

Register today: 🌐 https://brandon.perfectmind.com/25683/Clients/BookMe4LandingPages/CoursesLandingPage?widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&redirectedFromEmbededMode=False&courseId=d451af7e-7c02-4510-bb7b-b8f3b9a956ea
📞 (204) 729-2471

Let your child's creativity shine while making new friends and amazing crafts every week! 🌟✂️🎨

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09/18/2026

✨ When was the last time you showed yourself the same kindness you offer others?

Our Mindful Self-Compassion course explores evidence-based practices that help build emotional well-being, self-awareness, and inner resilience through mindfulness and self-compassion.

✅ Supportive group environment
✅ All experience levels welcome
✅ Open to adults 18+

📅 Sept. 24 - Oct. 15 (Thursdays)
⏰ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 638 Princess Avenue, Door C
💲 $63.00

Register today: 📞 204-729-2471
🌐 https://brandon.perfectmind.com/25683/Clients/BookMe4LandingPages/CoursesLandingPage?widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&redirectedFromEmbededMode=False&courseId=13e41a34-b589-46e2-a594-7ac2080075ed

09/18/2026

🏛️ Step back in time and explore a unique piece of Brandon's history!

Join us for a Guided Walking Tour of the Former Brandon Mental Health Centre at the Assiniboine College MICA Building on Saturday, October 17th.

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ Tour Times: • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

📍 Assiniboine College North Campus, Parkland Building
💲 $20 per person (includes light refreshments)
👥 Ages 11+

Learn about the history, treatment practices, and lasting community impact of the former Brandon Mental Health Centre. Participants will also have the opportunity to speak with Laura Crookshanks, a retired social worker who worked at the facility, and explore the beautiful architecture of the former Nurse's Residence.

Register today: https://brandon.perfectmind.com/25683/Clients/BookMe4BookingPages/BookingCoursesPage?calendarId=255c8181-e9e2-4b26-aac4-6d16cc9b9841&widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&embed=False
📞 Questions? Call (204) 729-2471

09/18/2026

🌊✨ Dive into fun with Swim with Star!
🏊 Every Friday at Sportsplex (30 Knowlton Dr.)
🕖 7:00 – 10:00 PM
💵 Just $5.00 per swim!
Bring your friends, make a splash, and end your week the right way!

09/18/2026

What a great program!

🚌 Ride Ready Pass Program 🚌

Eligible youth ages 6–17 and registered high school students up to age 21 can ride Brandon Transit for free through the new Ride Ready Pass Program.

Learn more about the program and how your child can receive their own bus pass: https://conta.cc/4j4fgLq

09/18/2026