Public input welcomed for next Manitoba budget
Finance Minister Greg Selinger hosts nine public budget consultations across Manitoba to gather Manitobans views on health care education agriculture infrastructure and social issues. The meetings will also consider a shift to a tax on income system and invite written emails mail and website submissions.
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Greg Selinger
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Alzheimer videos available at Hamiota library
The Alzheimer Society makes a three part series titled The Alzheimer Journey and a video Dancing Inside available at the Hamiota Centennial Library to aid caregivers. Lois Crawley notes the program presents real life experiences and practical tips for families and community members. The society supports families in the Hamiota area through volunteers and fundraising, with more details from the Westman Region Office in Brandon at (204) 729-8320.
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Alzheimer Society
Hamiota Centennial
Lois Crawley
Westman
Alzheimer Society of Manitoba
Hamiota
Westman Region
Brandon
Alzheimer crisis looms as baby boomers age
The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba warns of an impending surge in Alzheimer Disease care needs as baby boomers reach high risk ages. Volunteers will go door to door in January to collect donations and distribute information, part of a national effort to fund and coordinate care, housing, training, and research. The group cites rising costs to the health system and urges action from public and government. A brochure Ways to Help outlines caregiver support and communication tips. helplines 729-8320 and 1-800-378-6699 are provided.
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Alzheimer Society
Alzheimer Society of Manitoba
Canada
Sylvia Rothney
The
Rothney
Y2K Rolls Over Smoothly in Manitoba Province
Government project staff monitored Y2K issues around the clock through Jan 5 and maintained normal public services as health care facilities and departments reported no computer problems after the rollover. The operations centre linked local communities to global Y2K watchers, and over 40,000 pieces of equipment were assessed to safeguard critical services.
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Manitoba Government
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