BC Rail writes off 80.6 million for Dease Lake line
BC Rail Ltd announces an $80.6 million extraordinary charge for constructing the Dease Lake northern extension, reflecting no future traffic prospects. The write-off covers 340 kilometres of unfinished track, while southern portions stay on the books due to existing and potential future traffic. The move aligns with accounting practice. dividends on Series A-1 shares remain guaranteed by British Columbia.
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Education Finance Reform Cuts Taxes with Block Funding
Education Minister Tony Brummet announced a shift to block funding for public education aimed at tax relief for homeowners and increased budgetary stability. The system uses an initial block covering all programs, adjusted annually by economic indicators and enrolment changes, with 1989/90 at 2.4 billion dollars totaling 4954 dollars per pupil and a 1990/91 increase of 305 dollars per pupil.
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Sullivan Royal Commission On Education
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