Ottawa scrambles over $165000 grant misrouted to tiny firm
Federal officials acknowledge a 165000 grant intended to create 42 clothing jobs in Montreal may have vanished after being issued to 3393062 Canada Inc. Jane Stewart says the money trail is being followed while ministers avoid specifics on where funds ended up and whether jobs were created. In a separate note, Justice Minister Anne McLellan argues jail is not a sole solution to youth crime, urging broader approaches.
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Prairie farmers brace for new aid packages across provinces
Alberta Premier Ralph Klein denounces Ottawa and Saskatchewan Manitoba plans while Maple Creek area growers assess a $400 million one time payment based on net sales up to 125000 per farm with up to 10000 per farmer. Saskatchewan Manitoba share 240 million plus 60 40 split. An interest free loan component and the Agricultural Income Disaster Program are also noted.
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Alberta budget promises tax relief and higher spending
Alberta's treasurer Stockwell Day unveils a budget with an 11 percent flat tax next year, cuts to user fees, and boosted spending for health care education and roads. Projections show record $17.7 billion spend, $19.1 billion revenue from oil, gas, and tech.
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Patrolman given sidewalk beat after jaywalking tickets
Constable Aaron Groat received a new foot patrol along a long stretch beside CFB Trenton after issuing five jaywalking tickets in two hours. Quinte West Police Chief Bill Armstrong said Groat is being punished and noted the assignment followed the tickets.
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