Deflation sows worry across Canada in 1986 summary
A Canadian economic overview notes wages rising less than inflation, while oil and gas prices, savings yields, and grain prices fall. Potatoes in the east face crisis, layoffs hit Alberta and mills, and farmers seek federal aid. Analysts foresee a later recovery, but deflation threatens debt and jobs.
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Alberta
U.S
Lester Thurow
Canada
Scotiabank
Bank
William Mackness
Pei
Algoma Steel
Alcan Aluminum
Mexico
Canada’s Call to Action Inspires Letters and Verse
A short exchange of quotes contrasts poetic and practical calls to duty. Byron’s verse speaks of ink and thought sparking mass reflection, while Doyle credits action over sonnets, urging Canadians to respond to a stirring summons with deeds that surpass poetry.
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Mount Aetna
Canada
Cyprus
Rhodes
Lord Byron
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Senator Herbert and Katimavik stir strong opinion
A clip of letters from readers across several papers weighs in on Senator Jacques Herbert and the Katimavik youth program. Some praise his courage while others call his actions blackmail or foolish theatrics. Critics say Katimavik cost taxpayers, failed youth unemployment goals, and hurt prospects for Canadian youth.
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Jacques Herbert
P.E.T
Nay-sayers
Melfort Journal
Herbert
Katimavik
the Gazette of
Carnduff
Canceln Katimavik
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Hamiota Echo Publications Ltd
P.O. Box 70
Hamiota, Manitoba
Romoto
Manitoba
Community Newspapers
U.S.A
England
F. D. (Don) Venables
Community Newspapers Association
By Garth Turner
Toronto