What keeps you going on difficult days? My customers and my staff. Customers become friends and staff become family. The majority of our customers are happy when they come in and happier when they leave. That feels good.

What Knowledge have you developed that makes you an expert? I am hardly an expert. But I’m not afraid to try things and learn along the way. There have been hits and misses but I’m still moving forward every day.

What advice do you have? Be kind, authentic and giving. It comes back! Don’t be afraid to take the risk-it might lead you to bigger and better things than if you hadn’t. Be open to learning.

WHAT IS YOUR BIG DREAM?! My big dream 15 years ago was to build a business I’ve done this and it continues to be a great ride. My next dream is to slow things down a bit, spend more time with family and friends, and travel.

Brooks Bandits were unsuccessful in their bid to host the 2024 or 2025 Centennial Cup.

Hockey Canada has approached the Brooks Bandits to host the 2023 World Junior A Hockey Challenge in December 2023. The tournament would bring international competition to Brooks. The economic impacts have surpassed $3 million for prior events. In addition, this will encourage Hockey Canada to consider Brooks for future large-scale events.

Meet the candidates at the Heritage Inn and Convention Centre Tuesday. Doors open at 6:30 pm, event starts at 7 pm. In-person only.

Join The Brooks Design Lab! A series of fun and friendly workshops to consider a topic chosen by community leaders and develop exciting ideas together! The topic of this week’s lab will focus on newcomers to Brooks and ways to bring the community together.

Workshops will be hosted every other Tuesday, at the library from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm beginning Tuesday, May 16th. The Brooks Design Lab will run for 12 workshops, ending Tuesday, October 17th. Lunch is provided!

If you are passionate about your community and want to make Brooks a better place to live, please sign up HERE to participate. Email questions to :thesocialimpactlab@gmail.com

. . . coffee break, mental health break, fresh air break. . . Thursdays 2-6 PM in Veteran’s Park is the perfect place to take a break to recharge at the end of the week to be ready for the weekend!

In Duchess - Last Saturday of the Month 10-2PM

Brooks Smoker Wars Competition June 16 & 17. Mayor and Council will have a team in the competition. Councillor Goodnough and Wardrop volunteered to be on the team.

$10,000 AVAILABLE for a tourism business through the NewGrow program! This grant is available for business ideas that develop new or enhance existing, tourism experiences. The goal is to support experiences that contribute to tourism revenues for the local economy.

Businesses or not-for-profits that create a new purchasable tourism experience within the Brooks Region. Examples are:

• Horseback/Trail Riding Adventures

• Canoe/Float Trips on the Red Deer River

• Comfort Camping Experiences

• Paddleboard, E-Bike, Segway Rentals

• Peddle Pub Bike Tours

• Farm Tours and Experiences

Learn more at NewGrow 2023. Applications are due this Friday.

City of Brooks Canada Day Celebration will consist of professional acts, music, inflatables, and a free BBQ lunch followed by a movie in the park and of course, fireworks. Some differences this year include disc golf kits that can be used at the Meadow Lake course, cornhole board games, llamas from White Barn Fun Farm.

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