Banks profits prompt Ottawa probe but public irritation lingers
A Canadian commentary argues Parliament will gain little from bank profit scrutiny as quarterly profits dip 27 percent. The piece decries short-term focus, rising fees, limited branch access, and customer service gaps while urging clearer explanations and less arrogance from banks.
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Canada Post Issues Two 30 Cent Stamps in May
Reggie's Ramblings notes Canada Post issued two new stamps in the second week of May both at 30 cents. One shows the Queen’s portrait in a reused design with a purple color change the other repeats the A stamp style with a blue background and the 99 figure replacing A. A Winnipeg insect expert cautions mosquitoes may be less of a problem in Manitoba this year but offers a late June uncertainty.
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Mulroney viewed as PC leadership possibility amid Ottawa tour
Paul Hellyer notes Brian Mulroney, bilingual Quebecer and Iron Ore Company president, could lead the Progressive Conservative Party if a convention is called after the biennial meeting next January. He criticizes productivity focus, urges economy expansion to curb inflation, and cites Japanese ideas as a partial model.
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Canada Trade Powers and Notable 18th Century Events
Britain granted Canada authority to negotiate treaties. Lord Durham arrived May 27 1838 to become governor. Newfoundland Liberals under Joseph Smallwood won the first provincial election in 1949. Canadians defeated British forces at Great Meadows on May 28 1754. Dionne quintuplets were born in Callander Ontario in 1934.
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