Murphy presses for Northern Benefits reform in question period
NDP MP Rod Murphy told Finance Minister Michael Wilson no changes to the Northern Benefits Deduction will occur for 1990. He urged rejecting the Task Force's plan to pull benefits from 85 percent of northern communities and called for a fair graduated system. Murphy suggested a one year moratorium may signal alternatives while noting the minister moves to retain benefits for most communities.
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Michael Wilson
House of Commons
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Peace Foothills Northern BC Winter Games 1990
The three northern communities Hudson's Hope Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge jointly host the 1990 Peace Foothills Northern BC Winter Games to be held February 2 3 and 4 in their towns. The event aims to promote fitness good sportsmanship and community spirit with more than 2000 participants expected mainly students.
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British Columbia
Hudson’s Hope
Chetwynd
Tumbler Ridge
Peace Foothills
Hudson’s Hope and Tumbler Ridge
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Volunteer petition launches bold weekend effort
A coalition of three Peace Foothills communities mobilizes volunteers for a wide weekend program. Participants range from nine to retiree ages, with both compulsory and noncompulsory events across physical and intellectual activities. The plan emphasizes maximum opportunity for northern residents.
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Peace Foothills
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