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The Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba is a non-profit organization and an agricultural society in Brandon, Manitoba, that produces several fairs and events in the city, creating a significant economic impact in the region. It was established in 1882. Regular events include: Royal Manitoba Winter Fair - annual agricultural fair near the end of March
Brandon covers an area of 77.41 km 2 (29.89 sq mi) with a population of 51,313, [3] and a census metropolitan area population of 54,268. [4] It is the primary hub of trade and commerce for the Westman Region as well as parts of southeastern Saskatchewan and northern North Dakota, an area with a population of over 190,000 people. [5]
The largest event held in Brandon, and one of the largest agricultural events in Western Canada, the RMWF is traditionally held each year during Manitoba's academic spring break. In 1970, it received royal patronage from Queen Elizabeth II, and is one of only two fairs in Canada with royal patronage. Events at fair include show jumping and ...
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The main slaughterhouse is located in Brandon, Manitoba. As the result of a series of divestitures culminating with the 2014 sale of the bakery division (Canada Bread Company), [10] Maple Leaf today now only produces and sells fresh and packaged meats, as well as plant-based protein products via its acquisition of Lightlife and Field Roast. [6]
The Westoba Place hosted the 2010 Memorial Cup. [7] [8] Other major events held at the Keystone Centre include the 1999 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships (co-hosted with Winnipeg), the 1995 Ford Men's and Women's World Curling Championships, the 1982 Labatt Brier, the 1993 and 2002 Scott Tournament of Hearts, the 1997 Canadian Olympic Curling Trials, and the 1994 Air Canada Cup.
Smith presided over a continued expansion in Manitoba's manufacturing sector, with Statistics Canada reporting the creation of 3,000 new jobs in January 2007. [48] Liquor Control Act. Smith announced modernizing reforms to the Liquor Control Act in late 2004, giving private wine stores the right to sell drinks such as brandy and cognac. [49]
Shoppers Mall is the largest enclosed shopping center in Brandon, Manitoba. It offers over 90 stores and services including a movie theatre and food court. The anchor tenants of the mall are Sport Chek, Landmark Cinemas, Sobeys Extra, GoodLife Fitness, Shoppers Drug Mart, and Dollarama. [2] [3] Walmart anchored the mall on the east side until 2006.