Rich want more of Canada's wealth
The article argues Canada is wealthier overall while the rich seek even more. It cites Statistics Canada's $3.3 trillion asset pool and a notional $96,800 per person, highlighting stark inequality with Ken Thomson as a top holder. It notes the Business Council on National Issues advocating tax breaks for high earners and job subsidies for the rich, signed by BCNI officers, and mentions Jean Swanson of End Legislated Poverty campaigning to cut poverty.
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Canada
Statistics Canada
Stats Canada
Ken Thomson
Toronto
B.C
Business Council On National Issues
BCNI
A.L. Flood
Jean C. Monty
Jean Swanson
Rotary clubs push POLIO PLUS drive and plans
The Chetwynd Rotary Club donated 5000 to POLIO PLUS while Ken Haverland of Dawson Creek Rotary bikes to fundraise for the same cause. Funds came from club members and local events like Scotiabank’s cookie sale. The club awaits a Millennium Grant decision to begin a sport park project and will meet the Auroras Speedskating Club on the outdoor oval plan. President Ron Moch returned from the Edmonton District Convention energized.
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Chetwynd Rotary Club
Ken Haverland
Dawson Creek
Scotiabank
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Rotary Club
Sport Park
Auroras
Ron Moch
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Grant supports rural fairs in British Columbia with 375000
A grant of 375000 will aid the British Columbia Association of Agricultural Fairs and Exhibitions to support rural communities and agriculture awareness. The group notes B C fairs have a 130 year history with 55 community fairs and over 1.67 million attendees annually. funds will be allocated based on fair size and program variety.
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B.C. Association of Agricultural
B.C
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