Groundhog Day Speech by Martin in Ottawa
Canadian politics energized as Paul Martin appeared at 24 Sussex Drive framing a Groundhog Day message. Adrienne Clarkson delivered the Throne Speech promising more Liberal policy, aiming to secure re election amid ongoing campaign rhetoric.
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Paul Martin
Sussex Drive
Mr. Martin
Martin
Adrienne Clarkson
Liberal Throne Speech Repeats Old Promises and New Rhetoric
The speech touts 7 billion in GST rebates to municipalities over a decade and plans to negotiate gas tax shares, plus 2 billion for provincial healthcare, while critics note most promises from past Throne Speeches were not kept. It mirrors Chrétien-era pledges, shifts to woo the left, omits beef and softwood solutions, and reflects fatigue with Liberal governance.
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Jean Chrétien
United States
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Canada
Mr. Chrétien
New Democrat hopeful challenges Hill in Prince George Peace River
Tumbler Ridge resident Michael Hunter seeks NDP nomination to confront MP Jay Hill. He vows across district debates, argues Hill has not held to account, and highlights health care as top issue. Hunter, 44, launched campaign after a February 4 kickoff and plans stops in Fort St. John and Fort Nelson with a February 26 meeting in Dawson Creek.
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Dawson Creek
Michael Hunter
New Democratic Party
Prince George Peace River
Jay Hill
Tumbler Ridge
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Hunter
Bullmoose
Pacific Rim
Reform and Canadian Alliance
Conservative Party of Canada
Ed Broadbent
Fort St. John
Fort Nelson
NDP
Chetwynd Landfill hours cut to five days a week
The Peace River Regional District will close the Chetwynd Landfill on Sundays and Tuesdays, shifting to five days per week from March 1, 2004. Hours will be Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am to 5 45pm.
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Peace River
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Chetwynd
Abuse awareness and crisis contact numbers in Chetwynd area
A public notice outlines recognition of domestic violence and abuse. It lists local resources including Chetwynd Women’s Resource Centre and Tansi Friendship Centre with phone numbers for help, shelter, counselling, and transition support. It urges victims to seek safety and support.
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Chetwynd Women’s Resource Centre
Tansi
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Hill
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