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Brandon, Manitoba

Canada / Manitoba / Brandon /
Brandon (2006 pop. 41,511) is a city in southwestern Manitoba, Canada. The surrounding area is often referred to as "Westman".

The city started as a major junction on the Canadian Pacific Railway, and the Assiniboine River and was then incorporated in 1882.

Brandon, the second largest city and service centre in Manitoba behind Winnipeg, is a major hub for the surrounding agricultural area, with a trading area population sometimes estimated between 70,000 and 100,000 people. Brandon's industry reflects its agricultural history; its major industries are related to agriculture and include fertilizer and hog processing plants, as well as retail and government services for the surrounding area of Westman. Brandon is also home to Brandon University and Assiniboine Community College.

Brandon's Army Reserve unit is 26th Field Artillery Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery and the Canadian warship HMCS Brandon was named after the city.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandon,_Manitoba
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Coordinates:   49°51'3"N   99°56'21"W

Comments

  • JT (guest)
    My hometown. Not much going on there. It is your typical prairie town with you typical prairie people. Nice place to go if you want to retire.
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