Category: Brandon University

Alumni

Apex Award recognizes Dr. Bill Myers for service to Brandon University Foundation

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Longtime community leader, physician, and Brandon University supporter Dr. Bill Myers was honoured Wednesday with the Brandon University Foundation Honorary Trustee Apex Award, the Foundation’s highest recognition for meritorious service and outstanding leadership.

The award was presented during the Brandon University Foundation Annual Luncheon, held at the Victoria Inn.

“I think this award is primarily one for longevity,” Dr. Myers laughed, adding that he was proud to be in his fifth term serving the Foundation.

Alumni

Banner year of donor support lifts Brandon University Foundation over $100 million mark

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The Brandon University Foundation has reached a historic milestone, surpassing $100 million in total assets for the first time in its history. This follows a banner year of donor support in 2025, with new high-water marks for donations to the Annual Fund appeal and disbursements back to Brandon University for academic, institutional, and student support.

Awards and Recognition

‘James Ehnes Way’ celebrates lifelong BU connection for renowned violinist

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Brandon University’s School of Music has a new street address: James Ehnes Way.

The honorary street name was unveiled last week during a special two-day visit from the world-renowned violinist.

Just prior to a sold-out-and-then-some concert at BU’s Lorne Watson Recital Hall, the Brandon-born Ehnes and his family were treated to the spectacle of new street signs being revealed along the 200- and 300-block of 20th Street.

Community Engagement

Waves of Hope paddles toward $150K goal for Brandon University breast cancer research

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Westman and Parkland’s breast cancer survivor dragon boat team, Waves of Hope, is turning shared experience into action—bringing southwestern Manitoba together for learning, connection and a major new investment in local research.

On Saturday, April 11, more than 120 people gathered at Brandon University for A Day of Hope & Education, the first-ever, one-day conference in the Westman region dedicated to exploring breast cancer research, wellness, and survivorship through a patient-focused lens.