Consumers urged to check store return policies before gifting
Manitoba's Consumers Bureau and Minister Radcliffe warn there is no provincial requirement for retailers to accept returns. Ask if returns are allowed, the time limit, refund type, restocking fees, item exclusions, proof of purchase, and whether gifts must be exchanged at the original store.
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Consumer and Corporate Affairs
Mike Radcliffe
Radcliffe
Manitoba Consumers’ Bureau
Consumers’ Bureau
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Safer Wood Burning Tips For Winter Fires
Practical guidance on using wood fires safely in winter. Highlights include using dry seasoned wood for efficiency, proper storage, and lighting techniques. Emphasizes avoiding creosote buildup, using a screen, gloves and tools, proper venting, and installing smoke alarms and a fire extinguisher.
Osteoporosis risks and calcium rich foods explained
Regular activity and a balanced diet lower osteoporosis risk. Women are more affected, with about one in four currently affected. Calcium sources include milk and pulses like beans and lentils. Adults need two to four servings of milk daily and total calcium intake matters more than source. Pulses offer low sodium, high potassium protein and are easy to use. Beef cuts are renamed to reflect cooking methods, with packaging instructions and store layout updated to guide grilling versus marinating uses. Joanne Baker, Manitoba Agriculture Home Economist, provides further resources at her office.
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Manitoba Agriculture Home
Manitoba Agriculture Home Economics Office
Joanne Baker
Birtle
Hamiota
Shoal Lake
Thursday deadlines for news copy and ads
To maintain production, advertisers and correspondents must meet Thursday deadlines: news copy by 12 noon, display advertising by 2:00 p.m., and classified advertising by 4:00 p.m.
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