BRHC Foundation Media Releases

MEDIA RELEASE “A Sense of Home” Campaign Ends – Team Thanks Western Manitobans for It’s Success  December 11, 2012 – Brandon – The BRHC Foundation Board of Directors and the BRHC Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” Campaign Committee have announced today that the capital campaign to build the Murray House cancer treatment residence has met the fundraising goal of $2.85 million and has officially closed. The “A Sense of Home” campaign launched on September 29, 2011 to raise the capital costs of construction for a residence to act as a home away from home for patients and their families travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment. In December, 2011 the residence was officially named Murray House after a major leadership donation was received from the Murray Auto Group. Completely driven by public donations, organizers have called the campaign a community project in its truest form.  Gerry Walker, Chair of the BRHC Foundation Board of Directors says, “We are so thrilled that the “A Sense of Home” campaign has achieved its goal. The Foundation will be forever grateful for what the campaign team of Laurie Murray, Kerry Auriat and Karen Chrest has accomplished.” She adds, “Each and every person who donated or contributed to the campaign can take pride in the ownership of Murray House and know that it was built because people cared about people. It will be their enduring legacy.”  The “A Sense of Home” campaign team credits the sense of caring and community from Western Manitobans as the reason for the campaign’s success. “People need each other, communities need the support of each other, and this house represents that” says Campaign Co-chair Laurie Murray. She goes on to say, “I have been touched by the courage and grace people show in trying circumstances, and I have had the opportunity to see the best in people over and over again. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and I will be forever thankful.”  Construction on the 8 bedroom residence has begun at 521 Frederick Street in Brandon, with an estimated completion date of summer, 2013. Once completed, Murray House will see users from a large catchment area of Western Manitoba that extends from the U.S. border north to Swan River, and from the Saskatchewan border east to Portage la Prairie.  With the closure of the capital campaign, a separate donor fund has been established through the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation to ensure ongoing opportunities for the public to donate to Murray House.  Kerry Auriat, campaign co-chair and now a member of the BRHC Foundation Board of Directors, states “Today represents an end and a beginning. Our capital campaign is now complete and, thanks to supporters large and small, local and distant, we have achieved our goal. We’re going to build a great house!”

Prairie Mountain Health        MEDIA RELEASE                    November 15, 2012             Sod Turning Ceremony held for “MURRAY HOUSE” Home away from home for cancer patients and their families   Prairie Mountain Health, along with the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation (BRHC Foundation) and the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre Residence Steering Committee, held a sod turning ceremony today at the site of “Murray House.”   Excel Design and Construction of Brandon have been awarded the contract to build “Murray House,” which will be a ‘home away from home’ for western Manitoba cancer patients and their families.  Murray House will be conveniently located at 521 Frederick Street-within walking distance of the western Manitoba Cancer Centre.   The Past-Chair of the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation Board, Cheryl Holmes, is thrilled this much-anticipated day has finally arrived.    "This project has been embraced by so many people and now they can witness for themselves what they are helping to accomplish here at 521 Frederick Street,” said Holmes. “This is truly a community project in every sense of the word and today our vision is one step closer to being a reality.”   Brian Schoonbaert, Prairie Mountain Health VP of Finance, Capital and Support Services and Chief Operating Officer of the Brandon Regional Health Centre, stated community dedication and support have paved the way for Murray House.   “We are indeed thankful and honoured by the support we have received from the BRHC Foundation, community partners, and the public from day one of this monumental undertaking,” Schoonbaert said. “At the end of the day, we take another step forward in our goal to enhance client-centered care by having a ‘home away from home’ for those who are receiving cancer treatments at our facilities.”   The total cost of the project which includes tender, landscaping, furniture, consulting fees and taxes is approximately $2.8 million.  Construction will soon begin and the anticipated completion date is the Fall of 2013.                                             Pictured from left to right: Bill Randa, Number TEN Architectural Group; Cheryl Holmes, Past Chair of BRHC Foundation; Kerry Auriat, Co-Chair “A Sense of Home” Building Campaign; Lyndsay & Doug Murray, Murray Auto Group Ltd.; Ed Dornn, Excel Design & Construction; Marg MacDonald, Board Chair Prairie Mountain Health; Brian Schoonbaert, VP of Finance, Capital and Support Services PMH, COO Brandon Regional Health Centre.

MEDIA RELEASE Westman Communications Group Displays It’s Sense of Community   November 30, 2012 – Brandon MB – The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” committee has announced that Westman Communications Group has become a major contributor to the “Murray House” building project with a $100,000 donation to the campaign.  Westman is a customer-owned co-operative that operates cable systems in 36 communities. A leader in entertainment, communication and information technology products and services, Westman also owns and operates local radio stations 880 CKLQ and 94.7 STAR FM, which broadcast throughout Western Manitoba. Westman has served Brandon and the surrounding Western Manitoba region for thirty-five years and now proudly contributes to a project that will provide a comfortable and convenient home away from home for cancer patients and their families travelling to Brandon for treatment.  Dave Baxter, President and CEO of Westman Communications Group states, “We cannot think of a better way of showing support for our communities than to be part of this campaign that will culminate with the completion of Murray House.” He continues, “Being away from the support network of family and friends during the difficult time of cancer treatment can be very stressful, and we hope that our support of this very worthwhile project can ease the stress of those situations in a significant way.”  Westman Communications Group generously supports its customers and their communities with donations and sponsorships for local events, in addition to scholarships and free educational television programming. Westman’s $100,000 contribution to the BRHC Foundation reaffirms their commitment to families living in our communities. “On behalf of the BRHC Foundation Board of Directors we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Westman Communications Group for their contribution to Murray House” says Foundation Board Chair Gerry Walker. “It is by and through the generosity of all our donors that Murray House is becoming a reality and we are very excited that Westman has committed to be among them.”  The “A Sense of Home” residence building campaign launched in September of 2011 with an initial proposed fundraising goal of $2.5 million, with that goal being increased to approximately $2.8 million in early November. Organizers anticipate that as a result of continued strong public support, the capital campaign will close by year’s end. The ceremonial ground breaking ceremony for the Murray House cancer treatment residence took place on November 15th, with construction by Brandon’s Excel Design & Construction expected to begin shortly. The targeted completion date for Murray House is summer, 2013.

MEDIA RELEASE McMunn & Yates Building A Healthy Community with $100,000  “A Sense of Home” Donation  October 11, 2012 – Brandon MB - McMunn & Yates Building Supplies LTD, along with its flooring store Jenkins Flooring located in Brandon, has generously contributed $100,000 to the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation “A Sense of Home” Campaign. “We are so thrilled to announce the generous support of McMunn and Yates Building Supplies” says campaign co-chair Kerry Auriat. “We thank the management, staff and customers of McMunn and Yates, across Manitoba and southeastern Saskatchewan, for their contribution to Murray House and their commitment to a healthy future for all cancer patients and their families.” As a company that stretches all across Manitoba and into Saskatchewan, McMunn & Yates understands the value of providing care and support to Brandon, and to the Prairies as a whole, and have been inspired to give back to the community that has been so generous to their organization over the years. “McMunn & Yates have always believed in supporting community projects that will enhance the lives and attend to the needs of all Manitobans. This why we feel it is important to bolster initiatives such as “A Sense of Home”, says McMunn & Yates President, Jason Yates. “One of the ways we want to contribute is to help build a comfortable home away from home for those who seek cancer treatment in Brandon. We are more than just a building supply company, we want to help build a healthy community.” McMunn & Yates began in 1971 with the opening of their first store in Dauphin, MB. Shortly after, their store was hit with a devastating fire which could have been a crushing blow to their fledgling company. However, with the help and support of volunteers within their community, they were able to rebuild immediately. From then on, their company has grown to 16 retail locations in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, a distribution centre in Headingley, MB and a truss manufacturing plant in Dauphin, MB. McMunn & Yates provides a full range of lumber and building material sales to retail customers, commercial contractors and home builders.  The “A Sense of Home” campaign will help fund the construction of the Murray House Cancer Treatment Residence, which will provide accommodations for patients and visitors from all areas of Western Manitoba traveling to Brandon for cancer treatment. Now sitting at approximately the $2.47 million dollar mark, the campaign is fast approaching it’s proposed goal of $2.5 million. The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation has determined that the capital campaign will remain active until the tender process is complete. The Murray House project went to tender on September 25th, with a closing date of October 16th, 2012.  The campaign committee has indicated that another major sponsor announcement is expected in the coming weeks. “The momentum in the community has been remarkable” says campaign coordinator Karen Chrest. “I think it speaks volumes about the cause, as well as the spirit of Western Manitobans.”  In Photo (l-r): Kevin Marcin, Manager, McMunn & Yates Building Supplies, Brandon; Brian Noto, Manager, Jenkins Flooring; Jason Yates, President, McMunn & Yates and Kerry Auriat, “A Sense of Home” campaign co-chair.

Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre Celebrates 50th Anniversary With $50,000 Donation to “A Sense of Home” Campaign   August 7, 2012 – Brandon MB – The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation announces that Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre, in a gracious gesture of community support and in celebration of the company’s 50th Anniversary, has contributed $50,000.00 to the “A Sense of Home” residence building campaign.  “We are so appreciative of this generous donation. Pik-A-Dilly continually demonstrates community leadership, and we congratulate them on reaching their 50-year milestone! This $50,000 donation will be part of a permanent legacy to the citizens of Western Manitoba”, says “A Sense of Home” Campaign Co-Chair Laurie Murray.   “We are very pleased to be able to participate in a significant way as a donor to the development of the Murray House cancer treatment residence,” explains Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre President, Don Main.  “Cancer affects people of all ages, and certainly affects the demographic that our company most serves.  As such, we have been long-time supporters of cancer related charities.  We appreciate that 60% of our business comes from outside the City of Brandon, which falls directly within the user parameters of Murray House.  This makes our donation the ideal opportunity for Pik-A-Dilly to give something back to the community that we have been so happy to serve for the past 50 years.  Thanks to the support of all of our customers, and in keeping with our 50th Anniversary celebrations, we are proud to contribute to this very worthy project.”   The name Pik-A-Dilly has long been woven into the fibre of Brandon’s business community.  In 1958, Frank and Shirley Main moved their family from Russell, Manitoba to Brandon and established themselves as the Lessee of the British American Oil Company (B/A) Service Station on the corner of 10th Street and Victoria Avenue – across from Brandon’s arena.  The station was aptly named Arena Servicentre.  It was in 1962 that Frank expanded his business to include the sale and rental of soft top folding campers and truck campers and quickly became a pioneer in the RV business.  Soon after, the name of the company was changed to reflect the growing demand for the family-oriented RV lifestyle and officially became Pik-A-Dilly Trailer Sales.  The business saw great expansion and numerous location changes throughout the 60’s and 70’s, with Frank and Shirley’s son Don joining the company in 1970.  Don went on to purchase the business and become President in 1977 upon Frank’s retirement.  Don’s son Ryan joined the company in 2006, and in 2011 Ryan was appointed General Manager of the dealership – becoming the third generation to take the helm of the company.   Over the years, Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre has been the proud recipient of many industry and business awards for outstanding sales and customer service.  Company President Don Main has served the industry in many capacities over the years including stints as President of RVDA Manitoba, Chair of the Board of RVDA Canada as well as four years as the Canadian Representative to the RVDA of America.  He was also awarded the Business Person of the Year Award by the Brandon Chamber of Commerce.   The “A Sense of Home” campaign will fund construction of the Murray House cancer treatment residence, providing a home away from home for patients travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment.  The Pik-A-Dilly donation brings the campaign to $2.33 million in cash and pledges, with a projected fundraising goal of $2.5 million.     Photo:  Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre General Manager Ryan Main and President Don Main present “A Sense of Home” Fundraising Coordinator Karen Chrest with a donation of $50,000.00.  The “A Sense of Home” campaign will fund construction of the Murray House cancer treatment residence. (image courtesy of Keywest Photo)           For interviews, contact:   Don Main President Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre 320 Highland Ave Brandon, MB R7C 1A9 204-728-8570 (w) 204-729-7600 (c) dmain@pikadilly.com     For more information, contact:   Karen Chrest “A Sense of Home” Campaign Coordinator 204-725-4089 (w) 204-724-0214 (c)

Brandon McDonald’s Owner Gives Back to Community With “A Sense of Home” Donation June 1, 2012 – Brandon MB – The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” committee has announced that local McDonald’s franchise owner George Sheard has come forward as a major donor with a contribution of $150,000 for the “A Sense of Home” residence building campaign. “George Sheard's quiet humility and philanthropic generosity is immensely appreciated by the Sense of Home campaign. We are honored to recognize his involvement as a major donor”, says Campaign Co-Chair, Laurie Murray. The desire to “give back” to the Brandon community and a personal cancer connection are two of the reasons that inspired Sheard to donate. “A number of years ago I had the opportunity to meet two women whose extraordinary friendship with one another moved me very deeply. One, a cancer survivor, and the other, her strongest supporter”, he explains. “Witnessing their adventure, as they called it, was very eye opening for me. They taught me that “giving back” was not really giving back at all as much as it was “getting back” ten-fold. They taught me the power of good karma.” Sheard, a single parent with two children, Ross age 25 and Emily age 17, also considers himself blessed that his children have grown up healthy. “We have been very fortunate … other than a few stitches from time to time throughout the hockey season, we have all enjoyed good health and our “adventures” have been few. I do know that other families are sometimes not as fortunate – that is why this project is near and dear to me.” George Sheard began his career with McDonald’s in 1971 as a teen working at a location in Victoria BC. After majoring in Music at the University of Victoria for four years, Sheard began a dedicated career with the company in 1977, working as a corporate employee in various positions until purchasing his first McDonald's Restaurant in 2002. He purchased Brandon’s three McDonald’s restaurants in 2007, including the original Richmond Avenue location that had introduced the McDonald’s brand to Brandon in 1972, and added the Neepawa restaurant later that same year. Now having built the newest location on Victoria Avenue in March of 2008, George Sheard is the proud owner of 5 restaurants in Brandon/Neepawa, with over 250 employees. He has also served as a National Business Forum Vice Chair and the Western Business Forum Chair for six years. Recent franchisee awards include the People Award, Ronald Award and Perfect Execution Award, plus multiple awards for Outstanding Restaurants and Outstanding Contributor. “My hope is that my contribution to this project will help families in need and help speed their recovery. I want to give back to the community that has given and continues to give so much to our family, and for the first time in my life I am financially able to have this opportunity.” – George Sheard The “A Sense of Home” campaign will fund construction of the Murray House cancer treatment residence, providing a home away from home for patients travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment. Construction is expected to begin later this summer, with an estimated completion date of Summer, 2013. The McDonald’s donation is one of the largest to date, and brings the campaign to $2.2 million in cash and pledges, with a total fundraising goal of $2.5 million. Photo: McDonald’s owner George Sheard and members of his office staff For interviews contact: George Sheard Proud Owner McDonald's in Brandon & Neepawa Office 204-725-0548 Cell 204-573-4443

Killarney Foundation Donates $10,000 to “A Sense of Home” In Support of Regional Cancer Patients Killarney Foundation Chair Rick Pauls presents “A Sense of Home” Campaign Coordinator Karen Chrest with a $10,000 donation.   A recent donation of $10,000 from The Killarney Foundation Inc. to the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” campaign has demonstrated the charity’s commitment to making Killarney and the surrounding area a better place to live. “The Killarney Foundation believes that this project is a worthwhile cause for the entire Westman region and we are happy to lend financial support”, explains Rick Pauls, Killarney Foundation Chair.     The “A Sense of Home” campaign will fund construction of the “Murray House” cancer treatment residence, which will provide a home away from home for patients from around the region travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment.  “The Killarney Foundation is a powerful example of an organization that truly understands the positive impact this House will have on the residents of Killarney and the regional area who are undergoing cancer therapy” says Campaign Coordinator, Karen Chrest.  “We are honoured to receive such a gift.”   The Killarney Foundation Inc. celebrated it’s 32nd anniversary in November of 2011.  The charity has funded a wide variety of projects and causes since its inception, and recently passed the two million dollar mark in grants made back to the community.

May 7, 2012 – Brandon, MB   BRANDON ELKS LODGE #14 MAKES LARGEST DONATION IN ITS 85 YEAR HISTORY   Members of Brandon Elks Lodge #14 gather with Fundraising Coordinator Karen Chrest at the future site of the “Murray House” cancer treatment residence – 521 Frederick St. The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation has announced that Brandon Elks Lodge #14 has made a generous and historically significant donation of $50,000 to the BRHC Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” Campaign.   In an extraordinary act of charity, this small organization of 12 members has found the means to make the largest donation in it’s 85 year history.  “This donation also represents the work of all of those members who came before us”, explains Elks member Jim Simmons.   BRHC Foundation Chair Cheryl Holmes called the donation a powerful gesture that speaks volumes to the fraternal order’s strong commitment to giving back to the community.   “Brandon Elks Lodge #14 celebrated our 85th anniversary last year, and during all these years we have received great support from the people of Brandon and surrounding communities.  We would like to make this donation as many people in these areas have been or will be touched by cancer.  Murray House will be a great comfort and benefit to those battling this disease” says Roy Ewasiuk, Exalted Ruler Brandon Elks Lodge #14.   The “A Sense of Home” campaign will fund construction of the “Murray House” cancer treatment residence, which will provide accommodations for patients from around the region travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment.  This donation has brought the campaign to just over the $2 million dollar mark in cash and pledges, with a total fundraising goal of $2.5 million.   For interviews contact:   Roy Ewasiuk Exalted Ruler Brandon Elks Lodge #14 Phone:    (204) 571-0896   For more information on the “A Sense of Home” campaign, contact:   Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator (204) 725-4089 karenchrest@wcgwave.ca

April 30, 2012 - Brandon MB 2011 BRHC Foundation Gala Dinner Most Successful to Date The 2011 Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation Gala Committee is pleased to announce that Gala 2011 raised $69,826 for the “A Sense of Home” Residence Building Campaign – the most successful Gala Dinner to date! Shown in the photo are (L - R) Karen Chrest, Campaign Fundraising Coordinator, Cheryl Holmes, Chairman BRHC Foundation Board of Directors, Campaign Co-Chairs Kerry Auriat and Laurie Murray with Marci Crisanti, Chairman 2012 Gala Committee and Sandy Bonar, Chairman, 2011 Gala Committee. Since the inception of the Gala Dinner in 1991, equipment purchases have included a wide range of items including chairs, tables, stretchers, electric beds, BIPAP/CPAP machines, Hydrocollator, Cardiac Defibrillator, Cardiac Monitor, Cardiac Fetal Monitor, Navigator Gamma, Optic Ureteroenscope, Vital Signs Monitor, Bedside Televisions, Stress Test Systems, Colonoscope, and an Ultrasound Unit. The total raised to date exceeds $460,000. The mission of the BRHC Foundation is “To raise funds to support healthcare needs in the regional community”. The Gala has had a tremendous impact on the provision of healthcare in this region. Thank you to all who have supported this worthy fundraiser over the years. This year’s Gala dinner is planned for Saturday, September 29 at the Victoria Inn. The theme is “The Crystal Ball” and the Ron Paley Band will once again be providing an evening of dancing. Tickets have sold out for the past two years, so reserve yours now by calling the Foundation office at 578-4227. For more information contact: Cindy Buizer Executive Director BRHC Foundation (204)578-4227 brhcf@brandonrha.mb.ca

April 24/12 - BRANDON MB  Tweed Announces Support for "A Sense of Home" Campaign  Brandon-Souris MP Merv Tweed has committed $10,000 from his annual charity golf tournament to the "A Sense of Home" campaign. "I am very pleased to be able to support such a great campaign," says Tweed. "This campaign will bring to fruition a residence that will further improve the quality of life for cancer patients throughout western Manitoba." The fourth annual Merv Tweed Charity Golf Tournament will be held on June 22 at the Shilo Golf and Country Club.

April 5, 2012 – Brandon MB  “A Sense of Home” Reception & Design Unveiling Donors and supporters from Brandon and all around the Westman region gathered last night in the atrium of the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre as the BRHC Foundation “A Sense of Home” campaign committee unveiled design plans for the “Murray House” cancer treatment residence. Special guests of the evening were architects Barrie Ottenbreit and Bill Randa of Number TEN Architectural Group who presented their designs and vision for Murray House to those in attendance. In describing the residence, with features such as a large, light-filled staircase landing and two-storey windows, Randa explained, “These are people who are going through a crisis in their lives, and we wanted to create a welcoming, open and friendly place that would make them feel at home.” Partner Barrie Ottenbreit agreed, saying “we have all lost someone to cancer, and for that reason this project is very personal and moving for us.” The main floor of the two-storey residence will feature a large common kitchen and dining area to allow residents to prepare meals and dine in small or large groupings, a comfortable living room area with fireplace and tv, and a multi-use library/conference room. Murray House will offer 8 bedrooms, each with one queen size bed and one single daybed, an ensuite bathroom, as well as tv, undercounter fridge and microwave. Two of the bedrooms are designed to be totally wheelchair accessible, with a full-service elevator making all levels of the house completely user-friendly. A spacious and fully equipped laundry room and family-oriented games room are highlights of the lower level. The “A Sense of Home” campaign launched in September of 2011 with a goal of raising $2.5 million to build a home away from home for regional cancer patients travelling to Brandon for treatment at the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre. The service area for the Cancer Centre, and ultimately Murray House, reaches from the U.S. border north to Swan River, as far east as the Saskatchewan border and west to Portage la Prairie. The campaign has thus far raised $1.9 million in cash and pledges, with donations coming from the entire Westman community. Construction is expected to begin this summer at the 521 Frederick Street location in Brandon. For interviews, contact: Barrie Ottenbreit Partner, Number TEN Architectural Group (204) 942-0981 bottenbreit@numberten.com or Laurie Murray Co-chair, “A Sense of Home” Residence Building Campaign (204) 728-9941 (home) (204) 761-2111 (cell) For more information on the “A Sense of Home” Campaign, contact: Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator (204) 725-4089 karenchrest@wcgwave.ca Colin Corneau/Brandon Sun

March 13, 2012 – Brandon, MB   MNP Makes a Heartfelt Donation to Brandon Community    Building on its commitment to Western Manitoba, MNP LLP (MNP) has made a charitable donation to the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” campaign. The donation of $100,000 over five years will help to fund the construction of the “Murray House” cancer treatment residence, which will provide accommodations for patients and families from around the region travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment. “MNP’s contribution to this campaign is a reflection of their commitment to the local community,” said Laurie Murray, campaign co-chair. “As a locally-bred success story, they truly capture the spirit of generosity in Brandon and its surrounding areas. MNP’s local roots and commitment to the community make them a truly meaningful donor.” The city of Brandon is the birthplace of MNP (formerly Meyers Norris Penny), with their first office established in 1945 at the Clement Block on 9th and Rosser. Over the past 67 years, MNP has become Canada’s fastest growing accounting firm, gaining international recognition and influence in today’s accounting and business community. MNP’s humble roots are still firmly planted in Brandon and the surrounding rural Manitoba communities and the company maintains its strong connection to the people. The culture and values that drive MNP today trace back to this community. According to Tim McFadden, Business Advisor at MNP’s Brandon office, “A Sense of Home” will provide a much-needed service to an area that mirrors the service area for MNP. “Very few projects cover as much of our region as this does. Cancer has impacted virtually all of us here in at MNP in one-way or another. MNP was built on the foundation of family and community and our gift allows the families of MNP to support the families of our many communities in a very tangible and real way. It’s simple, we care.” MNP is 100 percent Canadian and is the nation’s seventh largest full-service chartered accountancy and business consulting firm. MNP, the only large national accounting firm to be based in the West, is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta with more than 70 offices across Canada. MNP serves mid-market private entrepreneurial and publicly-listed companies. MNP maintains its unwavering commitment to provide full-service accounting and business counsel to mid-market businesses. As a company operating under the radar of public attention, MNP is poised to become a significantly more visible participant in the corporate business affairs of our nation. For more information, visit www.mnp.ca. The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation launched its “A Sense of Home Residence Building Campaign” in September 2011, with the goal of constructing an 8-bedroom house to serve cancer patients in rural Manitoba as they travel into Brandon for care. The home will be located at 521 Frederick Street, in close proximity to both the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre and the Brandon Regional Health Centre. With MNP’s generous donation, the “A Sense of Home” campaign is now at $1.9 million in cash and pledges. For more information, contact: Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator 204 725-4089 204 724-0214 (cell) karenchrest@wcgwave.ca or Leanne Conibear Regional Marketing Manager MNP LLP Phone 204-571-7684 leanne.conibear@mnp.ca

January 27, 2012 Super Thrifty Drugs Contributes $100,000 to “A Sense of Home” Ten regional Super Thrifty Drugs stores have collectively boosted the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” Campaign by $100,000.00. President Bryan Ferguson, along with partners Greg Skura, Joss March, Tom Busch and Barry Brydon, announced today that Brandon’s Medical Centre Pharmacy, Home Health Care Pharmacy, Richmond Centre and Rosser Pharmacy as well as their Rivers, Dauphin, St. Rose, Hamiota, Melita and Virden locations have come together to offer their financial support to the cancer treatment residence building campaign. “ “We Care … your family drug store” is more than just our company slogan. It reflects the chain’s strong sense of community and as such, Super Thrifty is very excited to be involved with the A Sense of Home initiative. We feel this is a way of giving thanks to our rural customers and community members for their support over the years, and to further our commitment to the Westman area.” - Bryan Ferguson, President, Super Thrifty Drugs Canada Ltd. Super Thrifty Drugs was founded in Brandon with stores in Brandon, Rivers and Hamiota. From this modest beginning, Super Thrifty has grown to its present number of seventeen pharmacies, making it Manitoba’s largest independent pharmacy chain. Most of the pharmacies are located in the Westman Area. The “A Sense of Home” campaign will fund construction of the “Murray House” Cancer Treatment Residence, which will provide accommodations for patients from around the region travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment. For interviews, contact: Bryan Ferguson President, Super Thrifty Drugs Canada Ltd. (204)728-1522 For more information on the “A Sense of Home” Campaign, contact: Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator (204) 725-4089 karenchrest@wcgwave.ca www.foundation.brandonrha.mb.ca

January 11, 2012 Douglas-Area Agricultural Leader and Philanthropist Boosts "A Sense of Home" Campaign The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation’s "A Sense of Home" campaign has received a tremendous boost with a $100,000 donation from long-time community leader, businesswoman and philanthropist Sylvia Mitchell. Mrs. Mitchell is the President of Klondike Farms Ltd., a renowned and award-winning farming and cattle operation in the Douglas area established by Sylvia and her late husband, Donn. Sylvia and Donn Mitchell were inducted into the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame in 1997. Together, they provided unmatched leadership to agriculture and rural life. Sylvia has long been an example of a leader and role model in her community, and is recognized for making a sustained commitment and significant difference in the lives of others. Sylvia has served as an International Officer of Quota International; Chairperson of the Wheat Belt Community Futures; Vice-President of the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame and Life Member of the Women's Institute. Mrs. Mitchell is also a YWCA Woman of Distinction Award recipient, and was designated as a Notable Farm Woman by Farm Woman News. Her generous donation to the "A Sense of Home" Campaign exemplifies Sylvia’s sense of community, and carries on her tradition of service, leadership and philanthropy in the Westman area. “As my husband Donn and I both were diagnosed with cancer, I appreciate the importance of this residence. This donation to the “A Sense of Home” Campaign indicates my support for this new facility, and I’m so very pleased to be able to present it.” - Sylvia Mitchell “Sylvia is a wonderful role model for all women. Sylvia has always been a strong supporter of the Foundation in the past, and with this generous donation she will make a significant difference in the lives of rural patients who will have the opportunity to experience a " home away from home" while undergoing treatment.” - Laurie Murray, Co-Chair, A Sense of Home Campaign The "A Sense of Home" campaign will fund construction of the "Murray House" Cancer Treatment Residence, an 8 bedroom residence which will provide accommodations for patients from around the region travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment. For more information on the “A Sense of Home” Residence Building Campaign, contact: Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator 204-725-4089 204-724-0214 (cell) karenchrest@wcgwave.ca

December 2, 2011 NEW BRANDON CANCER RESIDENCE TO BE NAMED “MURRAY HOUSE”   Thanks to a major leadership donation of $625,000, the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation “A Sense of Home” campaign is pleased to announce that the cancer residence to be built at 521 Frederick Street will be named “Murray House”. The donation is from the Murray Auto Group headlined by the Murray Auto Centre in Brandon, consisting of Murray Chevrolet and Murray Chrysler Westman as well as Clair and Millie Murray and Doug and Laurie Murray. Doug is the General Manager of the Murray Automotive Centre and CEO of the Murray Auto Group. The Murray family has been involved in the auto industry for 85 years, beginning in Souris, Manitoba before expanding to Brandon in 1960. The Murray Auto Group is not only one of Canada’s leading automotive groups, but the Murray family have long been pillars of the Westman community. Doug Murray, CEO of Murray Auto Group states: “The Murray Family has had a long tradition of giving to worthy causes in our community, and supporting the “A Sense of Home” building campaign allows us to become more public with our charitable work. The Sense of Home Residence, now known as “Murray House”, is a perfect project for us to support. Even though the residence is located in Brandon, it will be supporting cancer patients and their families from rural Manitoba as they travel in for care. As more than half of our customer base is in rural Manitoba, we felt that this project supported both our own community and our customers. Cancer touches most of us, and most of us have someone close to us that have been affected by cancer. We hope that “Murray House” makes this experience with cancer a little less traumatic.” Brian Schoonbaert, CEO of the Brandon Regional Health Authority states: “The amazing generosity shown by Doug and Laurie Murray and family demonstrates their families’ commitment to this community and allows the Brandon RHA to provide much more in terms of care and comfort for patients during their cancer journey.” The Murray donation not only gives a huge financial boost to the BRHC Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” Residence Building Campaign, but provides the name to a residence that will offer a home away from home for the many patients who travel to Brandon from surrounding communities for cancer treatment. Design plans are presently being created, with building expected to begin at 521 Frederick Street as early as August 2012. For interviews, contact: Doug Murray at: (204) 728-0130 (business) (204) 728-9941 (home) Kerry Auriat “A Sense of Home” Campaign Co-Chair (204) 573-6849 (cell) kauriat@wellwest.ca For more information, contact: Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator 204 725-4089 204 724-0214 karenchrest@wcgwave.ca

The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation and Brandon RHA announce architects for new cancer treatment residence November 8, 2011 - BRANDON MB - The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation, along with the Brandon RHA, is pleased to announce that Number TEN Architectural Group has been awarded the contract for the design of the new cancer residence project. The BRHC Foundation’s “A Sense of Home” Residence Building Campaign, which launched on September 29, 2011, will fund the construction of an 8-bedroom residence which will provide accommodations for patients from around the region travelling to Brandon for cancer treatment. Number TEN Architectural Group has built a leading architectural and interior design practice throughout western Canada spanning 50 years with offices in Winnipeg, Regina and Victoria. As a leader in design innovation and implementation, the firm has established areas of excellence in commercial, housing, hospitality, institutional, education and recreation design. Number TEN has been involved with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Canada for over 12 years, and one of its latest projects has been the Ronald McDonald House Family Room at Winnipeg’s Health Sciences Centre. “Number Ten is honoured to have been selected to assist the Brandon Regional Health Authority and the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation with the design of the new cancer treatment Residence. We feel privileged and are excited to be part of the team for the design of this very meaningful project that will provide a home away from home for families to allow them to be closer to loved ones undergoing treatment at the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre.” Barrie Ottenbreit, MAA, OAA, AAA, MRAIC Partner, number TEN architectural group 204 942.0981 | bottenbreit@numberten.com www.numberten.com  For more information on the “A Sense of Home” Residence Building Campaign, contact: Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator 204-725-4089 204-724-0214 (cell) karenchrest@wcgwave.ca

The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation “A SENSE OF HOME” RESIDENCE BUILDING CAMPAIGN set to serve regional cancer patients BRANDON MB – The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation will launch it’s “A Sense of Home” Residence Building Campaign and introduce the campaign’s co-chairs during the Foundation’s Donor Recognition Event. Date: Thursday, September 29th Time: 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Location: The Kensington Room – Royal Oak Inn – 3130 Victoria Ave. Brandon The $2.5 million “A Sense of Home” building campaign will fund the construction of a new residence that will offer affordable, comfortable and inviting accommodations for the hundreds of patients who will be travelling to Brandon from surrounding communities for cancer treatment. The location of 521 Frederick Street will offer close and convenient proximity to both the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre and the Brandon Regional Health Centre. The residence will provide patients and their families a relaxing, home-like atmosphere during a time that can be physically, emotionally and financially stressful. BACKGROUNDER Campaign Co-Chairs: Laurie Murray 204 761-2111 (cell) 204 728-9941 lauriemurray@hotmail.com Kerry Auriat 204 573-6849 (cell) 204 728-5958 kauriat@wellwest.ca For more information, contact: Karen Chrest Fundraising Coordinator 204 725-4089 204 724-0214 (cell) karenchrest@wcgwave.ca

April 19, 2011 Brandon RHA and Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation Sign Letter of Agreement The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation and the Brandon Regional Health Authority signed a Letter of Agreement at the April 19 RHA Board meeting. This letter acknowledges the commitment of the Foundation to raise $2.5 million on behalf of the RHA to build a residence for patients and their families to use while receiving treatment at the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre. A fundraising campaign is expected to launch this September. Shown in the photo are (L – R): Margaret MacDonad, Brandon RHA Board Chairman with Brian Schoonbaert, Brandon RHA Chief Executive Officer and Cheryl Holmes, Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation Chairman.