Canadian Economic Forecasts Mixed as Recession Looms
The Financial Post excerpt reviews dire deflation risks voiced by John Exter and warns of a banking collapse unless gold buys time. It cites Woods Gordon projections of 8.5 percent inflation, 13 percent unemployment, weak housing, and a dollar near 80 cents, while noting the potential recovery hinges on consumer spending.
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Reggie’s Ramblings Mixed Opinions and Old Olympic Controversy
A collage of quips and views on humor art and fame. It recalls Joe Thorpe, the 1912 Olympic athlete stripped of medals and later restored to his family. An Ottawa hotel lobby line questions success and mistakes in modern life.
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Germany
Joe
Olympic Committee
Pension plan critique shows old flaws still at play
Paul Hellyer argues the Canada Pension Plan repeats 1960s mistakes with universality, portability, and funding. He recalls drafting a universal, portable alternative endorsed by Graham Towers and laments cabinet inaction and ongoing inequities as pensions grow.
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Marc Lalonde
Health and Welfare
Monique Begin
Canada
Topsy
CPP
Pearson
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