So it took me a while to get accustomed to the city. But, yeah, I, I grew very fond of Brandon quite quickly. – Colleen Haugen

Everybody is dressed for the weather. It’s a way to enjoy the environment. – Suzanne Kennelly recalls her first experience of Western Canada’s largest winter festival.

“There’s this postcard in Shediac of my dad in his RCMP uniform, directing the floats. So here it was parade day and our dad was directing all of these floats and we all felt so proud.” – Gail Morris

I think that this festival kind of reflects that ethos that existed for generations. – Brent Staeben

People will come together like Christmas, but it’s the 15th of August. To be together. – Clarence LeBreton, Caraquet, NB