Martin calls FTAA deadline optimistic during summit trip
Prime Minister Paul Martin questioned the 2005 target for a Free Trade Area of the Americas, saying the deadline is optimistic and Canada should prioritize bilateral deals. He cited Brazil’s stance on agricultural subsidies and unresolved areas like competition policy and services as factors. He urged continued pursuit of FTAA while not abandoning the goal.
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Harper Leads frenzied start to new Conservative bid
Former Canadian Alliance leader Stephen Harper launches a high stakes bid to lead the new Conservative Party of Canada as a crowded field of contenders including Peter MacKay Tony Clement Belinda Stronach Chuck Strahl Jim Prentice prepare to declare within a tense 10 week sprint to determine the party's direction and leadership.
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BSE testing gains amid debate over future impact
Alberta officials question federal plan to spend 92.1 million over five years to expand mad cow disease testing from 5500 to 30000 cattle annually. Rod Carlyon argues returns are unlikely soon. ministers seek border reopenings as nations ban Canadian beef after a May 20 infected cow. Includes reactions from Brooks Mayor Weisbeck and rancher Scott Pahl.
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Koebel brothers seek trial over Walkerton water case
In Walkerton Ontario, Stan and Frank Koebel charged with 12 counts including forgery breach of trust and public endangerment in the 2000 Walkerton water tragedy may waive a preliminary hearing. Defence says they seek to skip the hearing to avoid public and taxpayer burden. The Crown has turned over evidence and a Tuesday hearing is expected to be adjourned with a possible end of month waiver or move to trial.
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