ALCAN Smelter Plan Outlined by Manitoba Legislator
A Manitoba legislator presents the ALCAN smelter proposal focusing on assured power, cost predictability, and a 35-year water licence with 15-year renewals. The plan includes minority ownership in a new generating station, $500 million investment by ALCAN, and no sale of Manitoba Hydro water rights. It also notes economic benefits and civic-minded goals amid broader political commentary.
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Indigenous Presbytery Formed at Manitoba Conference
The Conference of Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario of The United Church of Canada created an Indian presbytery described as a historic first in church history. The five member panel outlined language and cultural barriers to participation and announced interim staff Tom Brown with the next full meeting planned for August. Delegates voiced strong support as Rev. Publius Fiddler noted the move is not separation but Indian control of church affairs.
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Karl Surber
Sugar in North American Diet and Health Risks
The article notes rising sugar use due to processing, cites Canadians consuming about 100 pounds yearly and a 12 ounce Coke with 9 teaspoons of sugar. It links high refined sugar to heart disease obesity and dental cavities and lists snack ideas across fruit vegetables dairy and proteins to curb sugar intake.
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