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Newspaper
Pas Herald
Location
The Pas, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 09, 1966
Page
3
Union notes a five week recovery period and a half day offer for injured employees to maintain full pay. Promotions and pay adjustments in some job classes are discussed as Canindabad Councillor Berns notes negotiations should prove very interesting.
Council requested the town solicitor draft regulations after two complaints about basement suites. Earley inspected two dwellings, noting one owner spent about 6000 on a basement apartment and planned to recoup the cost, while another basement suite was rented to the owner's sister. The owner said permits were handled by a private contractor.
Centennial officials plan a civic reception and mementos in The Pas when paddlers and officials arrive on June 13 next year. Mayor Trager estimates costs between 300 and 500 dollars. The Pas will host an additional reception in 1967 and the Manitoba Urban Association will hold its mid season meeting there in May. The host town covers hall rentals and convention details if no sponsor is found. Town Council rejected sponsoring a reception for 100 delegates of the Kinsmen Fall Conference last month.
Council heard a welfare case where a separated couple faced arrears despite an agreement. The husband, employed by an airline, had recently steadied payments but council considered recovering the $25 town contribution. The solicitor noted the husband’s resistance to work and suggested negotiating higher monthly payments. A garnishment possibility was discussed if he quits. A second case involved a 65 year old trapper, prompting the mayor to react strongly.
The Pas mayor questions a welfare case as the provincial plan to assume welfare costs next year looms. A welfare officer notes the man stays at Gateway Hotel while in The Pas and that jobs up north may lure men, sparking debate on employment and medicals.
Councillor Hiatt notes concerns over Clearwater Lake water as raw sewage remains a problem despite possible solutions. He cites Guy Indian School and resort lodges using the lake and urges detailed study to protect the town’s future water supply amid river usage growth.
Councillor Hiatt discussed the potential water supply from Clearwater Lake and a provincial offer to bring a line to town limits with water sold per gallon. He noted prior reservoir redesign and leakages in older sections, urging immediate studies and talks if government water assistance remains available.
The Centennial year invites Canadians to reflect on the nation's progress from rugged beginnings to a free prosperous future. Centennial events including Confederation Caravans Festival Canada and a Military Tattoo are planned, urging individuals to undertake personal Centennial projects and engage with Canada’s history. The Centennial Commission in Ottawa coordinates the national celebration.
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