Canada faces long downturn as government pledges action
Ottawa debate reveals a looming prolonged slump with calls for major cuts in spending and wage controls. Pitfield and Trudeau signal action while critics warn unemployment and inflation persist. Reporters note politicians seek public confidence amid a smoke and mirrors narrative.
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Reggies Ramblings on World Cup Opening and Other Notes
Reggies Ramblings reports on the World Cup opening in Barcelona where Belgium upset Argentina in the opener and spectators witnessed a grand half time spectacle. It also notes talks at the Canadian School Trustees Association convention in Winnipeg urging focus on basics and integrity.
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Barcelona
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Argentina
Canadian School Trustees Association
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Rail service in Canada faces decline amid leadership changes
Paul Hellyer discusses the backlash to cut backs in passenger rail and the controversial appointment of Jack Horner as CNR chair while Via Rail chief Frank Roberts retires. Norman Emmott argues trains are slow and costly compared with aircraft and buses, citing Toronto Montreal as proof. He suggests cheaper airport upgrades and STOL aircraft as better options, warning rail travel may become nostalgia.
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This Week in Canada Historical Dates Snapshot
A compact calendar noting key milestones from 1829 to 1942 across Canada. June events include McGill Medicine faculty formation and CPR train launch. other entries cover BNA Act 1871, Meighen premiership, New Brunswick joining confederation, and Northwest capital choices. July items include Frobisher's discovery, Big Bear surrender, Quebec founding, and joint Canada U S defense staff.
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CPR
Montreal
Port Moody
B.C
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Canada
Arthur Meighen
New Brunswick
Pile ’O Bones
Regina
Northwest
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