Liberals finally act on BSE crisis in beef industry
The government shifts from hopes for a quick U S reopening to a concrete plan after the BSE crisis began with one infected Alberta cow in May 2003. Agriculture Minister Andy Mitchell takes over as pressure from Stephen Harper and the Conservative plan yields new government action.
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Alberta
U.S
Bob Speller
Stephen Harper
Conservative Party
Andy Mitchell
BSE
Cattle sector wary as federal BSE aid questioned
Cattle producers in Canada criticize a 488 million federal BSE relief package as insufficient and slow to reach farms. The plan lacks detail, offers limited aid to cow calf operators, and faces delivery delays through CAIS. A Prince George Peace River co op vows a new slaughterhouse in 2005 to reduce surplus and boost jobs while industry awaits funds.
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CAIS
Prince George Peace River
Peace Country Tender Beef Co-op
Ottawa
U.S
Conservatives watch Harris allegations as RCMP probe
Jay Hill says Conservatives are monitoring Dick Harris amid police involvement over financial irregularity claims. Harper has been briefed and options are considered, but Hill cautions against rapid resignations. RCMP confirmed an inquiry sparked by a former Harris employee regarding nomination and election period matters in Cariboo Prince George.
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Prince George
Conservative
Jay Hill
Cariboo
Dick Harris
Hill
Peace River
Harris
Stephen Harper
House of Commons
RCMP
Bryan Withage
Conservative Party
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