Northern Manitoba Debate Focuses on The Pas Development
Manitoba legislators argue over northern policy as The Pas faces rapid plant site changes and economic impact. The Pas Indian Band, Thompson and Brandon trucks, and the forestry project feature in a critique of Liberal and opposition tactics. Premier Schreyer urged to include The Pas on an upcoming northern visit.
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Manitoba
Joe Borowski
Borowski
Liberal Democrat
St.Boniface
Larry Desjardins
Pas
Forestry
Saskatchewan
Thompson
Brandon
Liberal Party
Liberal
Schreyer
North
NDP
Manitoba Indian Brotherhood
Manitoba Metis Federation
Mets
Canada
Northern roads and development loom in Manitoba politics
The text notes Borowski pushing for expansion issues and urging a direct link with civic and school authorities while signaling his stance on northern roads. His outspoken position is described as sweet music to northern Manitoba residents, as he invites Liberal caucus and local members to engage on the matter.
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Borowski
Manitoba
Our Schools The Church In Action
A town bond of education expands access with yellow buses returning and free transport for distant students. Classrooms brighten, teachers grow qualified and paid, and new books arrive as teaching methods change amid praise and critique. The piece cites heavy tax impact and questions whether education should focus on facts or personal values, quoting H. Spencer on preparing for complete living.
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H. Spencer
Maiden Speech by The Pas MLA Ron McBryde
The Honorable Member for The Pas Ron McBryde delivers his maiden speech in the provincial legislature praising the Speaker and endorsing the Speech from the Throne while noting the government’s increased northern emphasis.
Manitoban NDP Leader Sees North’s Growth and Rights
The speaker outlines The Pas area growth driven by forest industry and rail jobs, notes Indian and Metis communities face social and political hurdles, and calls for inclusive legislation. He warns against detachment and urges empowerment, training, and representative unions for workers.
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Yau
Pas
Beesides
Churchill Forest Industries
Pas Ndp Association
Carrot River
Ra* His Island
Manitoba
Saskatchewan River
Manitou
Moose Lake
Easterville
Hydro
Interlake
Sknownan
Dauphin River
Fairford
Little Saskatchewan
Lake St. Martin
Koostatak
Jackhead
Peguis
Dallas
Homebrooke
Pine Dock
Little Bullhead
Arda
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P.O. Box
The
Norman Publishers Ltd
Third Street
the Pas
Doug McBride
Wayne Towriss
the Church In Action
Guy Naud
Pas Ministerial Association
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