02 Nov 1978
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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 02, 1978
Page
1
During a visit to HMCS Chippawa Prince Philip received a commemorative paddle from the Royal Sea Cadet Corps Qu'Appelle for promoting fitness. He also awarded certificates to 16 cadets and Rangers who earned the Duke of Edinburgh's Award in Canada for self-improvement.
Manitoba announces January 1 effective shifts to metric for vehicle registration. Weights and dimensions transition to metric units across registrations and regulations, with rounded figures to avoid penalties for existing equipment. Examples include box and semi-trailer weights and length limits, aligning with other provinces while preserving fees.
Urban Affairs Minister Andre Ouellet announced Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation funding totaling 23 300 for Westman municipalities. Deloraine gets 14 833 to expand sewage capacity serving 70 ha existing and 20 ha new development. Cypress Planning District earns 8 500 for sanitary storm sewer and water plan across Carberry Glenboro and two RMs. Grants come under Section 52 of the National Housing Act.
Health Minister Bud Sherman announced a $20,000 one-time grant from lottery revenues to the Winnipeg Boys and Girls Clubs. The funding aims to expand fitness and sport programs for children in inner-city Winnipeg, increasing opportunities to participate in organized activities.
Sunnyside Manor Personal Care Home in Birtle hosts opening ceremonies on Wednesday November 8 1978 at 2 00 p m with federal provincial and local officials invited. Gateway Construction Winnipeg completed a 20 bed facility alongside a 19 bed hospital as part of a 1.2 million project. The Health Centre now provides medical clinic lab and x ray services plus a dental clinic and staff of about 50.
The Birdtail River School Division No. 38 gains approval to call tenders for addition and renovations at Shoal Lake School. Public Schools Finance Board sets maximum support at 660726 dollars and bids are due within two weeks.
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