Victoria forest aid package criticized as inadequate
Forest Minister de Jong criticised a 247 million dollar federal aid package for not addressing British Columbia forestry issues. The plan offers 71 million for displaced workers and 110 million for development, but falls short of the 1 billion sought by workers. de Jong will press Ottawa for more funds and pursue pension bridging for older and younger workers.
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De Jong says Canada’s relief plan is too slow for workers while industry calls for loan programs to cover a 27 percent U S duty. BC would press for independent talks with Washington as premier Campbell meets Cheney. Experts warn 15 000 jobs could be at risk.
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