Bit of progress in Falklands crisis talks with Thatcher
Foreign Secretary Francis Pym reported a bit of progress after a two hour meeting with Prime Minister Thatcher on U S proposals for a compromise in the Falklands crisis. He said they discussed ideas and would meet again later. The British side viewed the proposals with skepticism while Argentina warned of possible invasion actions.
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Grits support Candu deal deepens dispute in Parliament
Canada defends selling Argentina a Candu reactor despite fears Argentina may abandon safeguards if technicians leave. Ron Irwin argues finishing the plant keeps safeguards intact. NDP critic Waddell presses for sanctions and withdrawal of Canadian staff. Fuel bundles worth 4.2 million tied to Argentina reactor amid cost losses.
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Maygard won’t run as Western Canada Concept leader
Weather page notes cloudy conditions with a chance of showers. Al Maygard, head of the Western Canada Concept Party, expects the Lougheed government to lose the next election but will not seek a seat. Bruins force seventh game after 6 5 overtime win over Nordiques.
Canadians Told to Grow Up as Trudeau Readies Quebec Talks
Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau urged French Premier Pierre Mauroy to stop word games over autonomy and normalization to unlock deeper Canada France ties. Mauroy avoided direct questions on Mitterrand policy, stressing a golden mean between relations with Canada and a special link with Quebec during a three day Ottawa Toronto Moncton swing and Quebec visit.
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Nova offer holds in Allands project rescue bid
Alberta Energy Minister Merv Leitch said Nova Corp. proposal to save the Allands oil sands project is still under consideration and has not been rejected. A two hour Hull talks with Marc Lalonde failed to secure incentives. Nova president Robert Blair says no response to his save plan for the $13.5 billion project.
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Blakeney forecasts big win as election nears
Premier Allan Blakeney boasts the undecided vote is swinging his way after a campaign swing through north central Saskatchewan. He warns voters the Conservative platform costs and a road tax pledge are flaws while urging turnout for Monday’s vote.
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