Controversy Over Manitoba Housing Units Sparks Local Debate
In The Pas, questions linger over twelve low cost rental homes built by The Pas Mells Development Corporation for the Manitoba Housing and Renewal Corporation. Critics cite unpaid wages and supplier losses while supporters point to government efforts to aid native employment. The library moves downtown after prolonged discussions and leadership changes, with thanks to Mrs. Mari Walton and Shirley Jonas for championing the project.
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Manitoba Housing and Renewal Corporation
Pas Mells Development Corporation
Manitoba
Pas
Library Board
Mari Walton
Shirley Jonas
Kelsey
Library plans advance at The Pas site with renewed hopes
Former board member and current chair emeritus credited for guiding the Margaret Barbour library project. The Pas prepares a renovated 2000 square foot facility under the Special Area Agreement with contracts to be let and a March 31 1976 deadline. Public debate includes housing costs and government speed.
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Dree
Margaret Barbour
Dennis Mostat
Pas
Council
Rosps use tax shelter plan could boost home buying dream
The Rosp plan allows a first-time residential buyer to contribute up to 1000 in a tax year with a 10000 lifetime limit to a Rosp and deduct the amount. Legislation is not yet passed and approval from Revenue Canada is pending. If law clears, Rosps would be sold by trust companies banks and mutual funds with investment options including deposits savings certificates and bonds.
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Revenue Canada
House Commons
House
Ottawa
Rosp
Canadian Life Insurance Association
Trust Companies
Public Mystery Over Failing Margaret Barbour Collegiate
The Pas residents seek answers about a new building of public funding showing serious defects. Failing bricks, ceiling leaks, and new siding prompt questions on cause and remedy. Citizens urge transparency, warn the issue could prompt provincial scrutiny if authorities withhold information.
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Margaret Barbour Collegiate
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the Pas, Manitoba
Dauphin Herald Company
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Ursula Wohlfarth
Canada
Valley Auction Mart
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