Vodrey urges federal action on anti stalking laws
Manitoba Justice Minister Rosemary Vodrey welcomes Allan Rock's readiness to act on provincial anti stalking proposals. She cites strengthened criminal code protections for stalking victims, stricter bail and court order enforcement, firearm surrender, and first degree murder liability if a stalker kills, aligning with Manitoba safety goals.
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Rosemary Vodrey
Allan Rock
Ms. Vodrey
Vic
Tims
Manitoba
WEDA Receives Fourth Quarter Regional Development Grant
The Westman Economic Development Association Inc. received a $20,927 fourth quarter payment from Manitoba's provincial government to support rural economic development. Minister Len Derkach noted regional agencies foster local growth and that the $134,156 total fourth quarter funding goes to eight regional bodies as part of a $536,600 1994-95 grant package.
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Westman Economic Development Association Inc
Len Derkach
Derkach
Manitoba
White Cane Week Promotes Ability Over Disability
White Cane Week runs February 5 to 11 to emphasize abilities of blind and visually impaired Canadians. John Bullen of the Canadian Council of the Blind notes focus on inclusion and independence, while Dr Euclid Herne of CNIB emphasizes braille literacy as empowerment. The CCB, founded in 1944, links 95 clubs. CNIB, established 1918, runs over 60 centres providing rehabilitation services.
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John Bullen
Canadian Council of the Blind
CCB
Euclid Herne
Canadian National Institute For the Blind
CNIB
Louis Baaille
Canada
Celebration for 101st Birthday at Mrs Curtis Home
Gertie Curtis marked her 101st birthday on January 22 with twelve family members at her home. She boasts eight children, 43 grandchildren, 60 plus great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren, with many nieces and nephews. A five generation photo features Krista Stowe, Noreen Stowe, Jessy Stowe, Grandma Curtis, and Hazel Wadham.
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Mrs. Curtis
Krista Stowe
Noreen Stowe
Jessy Stowe
Grandma Curtis
Hazel Wadham
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Vodrey
WEDA
Gertie Curtis
Nesbitt Publishing Ltd
Canon
Birtle
Rossburn
Hamiota
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