Banks profits down in 1982 as deposits rise
The piece notes a Canadian Banking Association summary showing 1982 profits fell 14 percent while assets grew 17 percent. It cites a 2.85 percent average interest spread, deposits averaging 13 percent against 15.9 percent on loans, and high consumer loan rates. The author urges reform of consumer loan spreads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Bankers’ Association
Canada
Pete
Massey-Ferguson
Thatcher visits Falklands provokes wide reaction
The prime minister’s Falkland Islands visit draws mixed responses from Argentine officials and residents. Ontario shoppers face a butter fraud scheme worth over 500000 dollars involving margarine repackaged as butter in Toronto area stores. Diana Princess of Wales named worst dressed woman by Blackwell. A Phoenix man confesses to at least 82 marriages. Hotel bar quip reflects social humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Margaret Thatcher
Falkland Islands
Islands
Ontario
Quebec
Toronto
Diana
Princess of Wales
Blackwell
Dianna
Bishops and economists clash over inflation and unemployment
The piece critiques Catholic bishops for condemning unemployment while missing broader causes. It argues wage price dynamics require simultaneous restraint and notes profits and labor disputes shaped the crisis. Bishop Remi De Roo advocates human rights but lacks economic analysis. The debate shifts from theory to practical solutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of Canada
Remi de Roo
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jamiota
Cha Eels Newspapers Association
Hamiota Echo Publications Ltd
P.O. Box 70
Hamiota, Manitoba
Romoto
U.S.A
England
F.D. (Don) Venables
CNA
BY Garth Turner
Reggie
Phoneix
Arizona
USA
St. Regis
Paul Hellyer
Gerald Bouey
Emmett Cardinal Carter
Toronto Globe and Mail