Alberta leaders clash over federal stance and separatism
Grant Notley condemns Lougheed's extreme rhetoric on Confederation and gas taxes, warning unilateral federal actions would heighten Western frustration. Notley says Ottawa is not the Liberal government and urges caution to avoid cornering Alberta while defending provincial resources.
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Hostage Released in Laval Prison Drama
One of twelve hostages held by nine armed convicts at Laval Institute was freed in exchange for food and drinks. Marcel Ostigny, 62, the oldest hostage, was taken to the infirmary for a medical check as guards and negotiators described tense moments before the exchange.
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Alberta plans state control of power utilities says Sun
The Sun reports the Alberta government plans to create an electricity marketing board modeled on the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission to trade most of the province’s power. It would not own plants but would tax shield profits of Calgary Power Ltd and Alberta Power Ltd, which supply about 80 percent of Alberta’s needs.
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Diachuk pushes for prosecutions over deadly Lethbridge collapse
Edmonton minister Diachuk recommended that 215655 Holding Ltd Fooks and Johnstone Architects Ltd and Earl and Crane Construction Ltd be prosecuted under the Occupation Health and Safety Act after a nearly completed building in Lethbridge collapsed on July 3 killing three workers. He also urged a fatalities inquiry to pursue unanswered questions beyond the investigators’ jurisdiction.
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Bill Diachuk
Neil Crawford
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Talks on patriation split provinces seek six reforms
Ottawa and provincial negotiators clash over constitutional patriation plans as Ottawa aims to move the constitution from British Parliament control. Jean Chretien pledges swift patriation if six of 12 items are settled at the September talks. Roy Romanow warns provinces want a full package and resists hurried change.
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Crosbie urges royal oil profits commission to curb bias claims
Montreal based former finance minister John Crosbie tells Canadian Bar Association delegates a royal commission on oil profits would reveal truths behind gasoline prices and provincial grievances. He warns the Trudeau government risks West distrust by central Canada bias and constitutional muddiness.
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U S automakers urged to realign by congressional report
A U S House subcommittee report blames domestic car makers for weak sales more than imports. It cites poor quality and low fuel efficiency, limited capacity, and a need to revamp models and image to win back market share. The study warns against import curbs and notes nine percent of imports are foreign made cars sold in the United States.
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