Debt politics in Canada dodges surplus reality
A reader criticizes Finance Minister Paul Martin for presenting balanced budgets while hinting at surpluses. The letter cites fiscal tricks like a $3 billion contingency fund and a Millennium Fund, argues promises from 1993 and 1997 failed, and urges genuine tax relief and debt reduction ahead of the 2001 election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Martin
Martin
B.C
Cadets Welcome New Year and Plan Spring Vancouver Trip
Cadet squadron welcomes members to a new year noting transfers to Tumbler Ridge, a successful Christmas Potluck that raised 360 dollars, and upcoming events including a Vancouver spring trip. Highlights include a band clinic in Fort St John, a Valentine’s dance, Canada Fitness Tests, and promotions. The group seeks volunteer instructors and invites visits to the Horse Palace on Monday at 6 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tumbler Ridge
Tumbler
Capt. Minnick
Cl Hampton
Wayne Potter
Dave Parlano
Y. Tupper
Karen Hale
Olsen Family
Fort St. John
Dokkie School
Canada
Vancouver
Hawaii
The
Horse Palace
Also Mentioned on This Page
Janetteg
Pris
P.O. Box
Chetwynd
VOC
Sandy Paul
Judy Waters
Anne Collins
Liana Labby
Rotary
Cjdc TV
Chetwynd Rotary Club
Makita
Chetwynd Leisure Pool
Rotary TV
Cadet News