The area in and around Boissevain first caught the attention of Canadian Pacific Railway surveyors in 1874, as they noted the beauty of the region. Today Boissevain is noted for its iconic 28-foot-tall Tommy the Turtle, and the nearby International Peace Garden.
Providing a voice for Southwestern Manitoba, CJRB Radio 1220 in Boissevain is an ardent supporter and respected member of the community as it serves Brandon, Virden, Killarney, Portage la Prairie, and many other communities.