Pawley Urges Rate Options and Federal-Provincial Action
Manitoba Premier Howard Pawley urged Ottawa to consider alternatives to high interest rates during the First Ministers Conference on the Economy. He urged broader consultation on regional impacts, supported potential monetary policy changes, and called for stronger federal provincial cooperation to boost investment and equalization while backing public investment funds and energy, forestry, and mineral development.
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Seed Growers Meeting Promises Complete Information Package
Winnipeg report that the Manitoba branch of the Canadian Seed Growers Association will hold its annual meeting February 22 and 23 at Brandon's Victoria Inn. Al Martin will present 1981 Seed Drill Survey results and new variety data on Tuesday, along with agenda items on seeds Acts changes, the Western Grain Research Foundation, seed cleaning plant assessments, and Wheat Board marketing programs.
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Victoria Inn
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Manitoba Agriculture
Western Grain Research Foundation
Canadian Wheat Board
Health Centre Auxiliary Meet in Hamiota Board Room
The Hamiota District Health Centre Auxiliary met January 22 with nine districts represented. President Mrs. Cora Shier welcomed attendees. Retiring secretary Mrs. Audrey Griffiths received a plaque from Mrs. Andrew. Secretary Mrs. Lall read December minutes. Grace Anderson reported last year’s finances. bank balance at December 31 was $130.69 with assets about $20,058.78. Donations secretary noted $100 from Oakner for the P.C.H. Ladies. Breast screening visits for 40-59 year olds encouraged. contact 787-4110. February meeting planned at Park Residence lounge. blood donor clinic February 17 at Hamiota Elementary Auditorium.
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Bookmart
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Planned federal cuts hit Manitoba hardest among have not provinces
Premier Howard Pawley said Ottawa's five year transfer payment cuts total 11.1 billion and will mostly hit the have not provinces, with Manitoba facing the largest loss. He warned the federal government may unilateral impose changes as the current fiscal agreements near expiry and urged extended transitional aid and broader provincial agreement on alternatives.
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