Manitoba moves seen as cautious rightward shift analysis
Prairie Comment argues the Filmon government in Manitoba pursues incremental reforms rather than radical change. It surveys planned actions like MTS privatization and Municipal Act updates, compares them to global trends, and contends local issues such as Winnipeg governance remain unresolved while labour reforms align with cautious, pragmatic policy.
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Alcohol and drownings mark Manitoba area incidents
A Langruth teen Darcy Ewen, 18, died after drinking and swimming at a reservoir near Portage on Sept 6. His body was found Sept 7. Other incidents include Wayne Denton, 47, drowning at Pelican Lake after falling overboard. Paul Cameron, 23, killed in a hit and run on Highway 7. a Winnipeg man charged with criminal negligence causing death and impaired driving. Bowsman farmer Kelly Hrycyk won Humboldt Broncos Harvest Lotto choosing a combine over cash.
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