At Brandon University for the past few years we had a special guest as part of our student services. A small, and wonderful dog named Midge always accompanied her human Doug Pople. Unsurprisingly, she became part of the BU family and always managed to put a smile on everyone’s faces as they passed her in the halls.

Sadly, only a few weeks ago Midge passed over the rainbow bridge but she will be remembered by staff and students with great fondness.

Soon after the outpouring of support and sympathy, Dog responded.

“Thank you to everyone who not only sent a note, card or stopped by….but also a big thank you to everyone that made her time at BU so special…”

He also mentions a place very dear to Midge. The Discovery Centre here in Brandon.

“The Discovery Centre was a special place that she loved to visit. Even just before she passed we would go and she still liked to walk a little and be carried a lot. In memory of Midge I am sponsoring 3 metres of the walking path… The Discovery Centre is a gem in our community and will always have a special place in my heart as Midge so loved to run free there.”

The cost to sponsor a metre is $100 and they will accept any amount of donation and combine those to purchase metres. All donations of $10 or over will receive a tax receipt. Your contribution will go directly towards enhancement of this wonderful community resource.

Donations can be dropped off at Doug’s office or they can be made directly to the Riverbank Discovery Centre. Donations can also be made by credit card by contacting the Riverbank Discovery Centre at: 204-729-2141 or at the toll free number: 1-888-799-1111.

On a personal not, I loved seeing Midge and feeding her treats. It was always a way to bring some joy to my day and I will miss her greatly.