Elk encounter along Jasper highway inspires nature notes
The author recalls a bus ride west to Quesnel BC passing Jasper National Park where a large elk herd blocked the road. A reckless trucker endangered animals and observers, prompting a cautious witness approach. He details other Manitoba wildlife sightings and reflections on nature and faith.
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Neepawa
Greyhound
Cariboo School
Jasper
Rethinking cherished beliefs and daily habits
A reflective piece tracing Corrie Ten Boom's faith during WWII, notes on prayer altering food, and questions about rote traditions. It compares faith, science, and everyday routines, urging readers to examine long held ideas against reality.
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Corrie Ten Boom
Corrie
Jesus
Letters In one pocket
Manitoban reader criticizes Conservative MPs for promotional tax cut claims claiming federal savings vanish through higher provincial and municipal taxes. The writer argues tax cuts do not benefit the average taxpayer and cites provincial revenue shifts as a no-win situation. Virden, MB.
We do not have three levels of government in Canada
John Feldsted of Winnipeg Manitoba argues that Canada actually has two levels of government federal and provincial with municipalities funded by provinces. He claims provinces dump duties onto cities without funds, raising local taxes and creating a partisan “three levels” shell game. He calls for clarity and accountability to reduce costs.
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Manitoba
Canada
John Feldsted
Winnipeg
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