Manitoba budget outlines flood costs and tax gains
Manitoba finance minister Stefanson unveils third straight balanced budget with 1997 flood costs projected over 400 million and 1997/98 flood costs at 210.4 million after 175 million federal recoveries. Revenue gains include 28 million retail sales tax, 8.6 million health and education levy, 7.5 million corporate tax, and 5.8 million in water power rentals. He notes federal equalization adjustments and promises full budget details on March 6 as the millennium begins.
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Manitoba Sees Stable Math Gains Amid Renewal Efforts
Education Minister Linda McIntosh released School Achievement Indicators Program results showing Manitoba students aged 13 and 16 maintain steady math performance with Canada over 1993 to 1997. She notes Manitoba trails national averages but improvements justify continued curriculum renewal and new standards tests at grades 3 and 6 and senior 1 and 4. The Province plans a revised math curriculum, broader standards testing, and stronger parental involvement to elevate outcomes.
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Canadian Council of Ministers of Education
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