Heritage Day debate and proposed Bill C-30 provoke cost concerns
The piece questions Heritage Day as a statutory holiday under Bill C-30, arguing it risks inflation, lost production, and higher consumer costs. It cites BC impacts, union labor costs, and fears of broader national economic strain, urging reflection over a paid day off. It also notes public survey indifference and calls to honor Canada on personal time rather than via a new holiday, plus local community event notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Pierre Berton
Heritage
House Committee of the Commons
Henry de Puyjalon
Canadian Construction Association
British Columbia
B.C
CBC
Probation Officer Priority for Chetwynd Highlighted by AG Letter
A letter from the Attorney General to Mayor Lasser designates Chetwynd as the top priority for the next probation officer position. It notes numerous requests from the Council the Chamber of Commerce and citizens for a local probation officer and mentions current irregularities in officer visits. The new court building houses a probation office and officers have proposed a neighbourhood watch and a Justice Council while a Community Service Order Program operates with Public Works crews.
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Janet Laloge
Ann Richardson
Chetwynd Secondary School
Don Titus School
R.C.M
Tim Boal
Bob Jones
Wills & Estates
John Schuller
Web
Herb Massey
Sindy Ho
Sindy
Chetwynd
Attorney- General
Lasser
Council
Chamber of Commerce
Justice Council
Attorney-Generals Office
Corrections Branch
Ministry of Public Works
Letter on pollution in Chetwynd urges action now
A Chetwynd reader group voices concern over current air pollution from ashes and sawdust, criticizing the town’s grey skyline and smoky haze seen by visitors and residents. They urge community input to address present pollution problems while debating a proposed gas scrubbing plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chetwynd
Heart Foundation thanks readers on Heart Month
Public information message from Kelly Young of the B C Heart Foundation expresses gratitude for community support, notes hopes to reach provincial fundraising targets, and outlines ongoing programs in live-saving education, professional education, and community aid to combat heart disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heart
B.C
Kelly Young
Guides launch province wide appeal for building funds
British Columbia Council of the Girl Guides of Canada seeks a new permanent home in Vancouver to serve 33 000 members. They have raised over 50 000 with a goal of 100 000 for a 5500 square foot building, housing 9 full time and 4 part time staff plus the Guide Distribution Centre. The campaign invites BC residents to contribute any amount to fund offices, meeting rooms, and essential facilities.
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British Columbia Council of Girl Guides
British Columbia Council of the Girl Guides of Canada
Vancouver
British Columbia Council
West 8Th Avenue
Guides
B.C
B.C. Council of Girl Guides of Canada
Neighbourhood Watch Urges Locking Cars and Plates
A village safety notice reports rising vehicle thefts from 14 in 1974 to 34 in 1976 and warns drivers that ignition keys left in vehicles led to most thefts. It announces new enforcement under the Motor Vehicle Act, urges locking doors, reporting stolen plates, and engraving SIN on bicycles. The program thanks the local Lions Club and BC Police Commission and cautions homeowners to review insurance terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CPIC
Chetwynd Lions Club
B.C. Police Commission
Victoria
Chetwynd R.C.M. Police
Canada Water Year Book highlights flexible planning and notes
The 1976 Water Year Book from the Department of Fisheries and the Environment updates water use and research, stresses multipurpose planning, and reviews flood management ideas. It notes Canada's role for the UN Water Conference in 1977 and provides pricing, availability, and study details.
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Canada
Department of Fisheries and the Environment
Mar del Plata
Argentina
Department of Supply and Services
Ottawa
Ontario
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AIB
Flower Power
Leta Lohr
Grace McCarthy
Miss Lohr
Montreal
Toronto
Chetwynd Youth
Quit
Raper
THE
Canadian Cancer Society
B.C. Heart Foundation
Guide
Neighbourhood Watch
D. Kemprud
Don Titus
Moberly Lake
Windrem
Freshwater Resources
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