Speaking Out on the Canadian Wheat Board and Market Choice
The editorial argues farmers should choose marketing paths beyond the Wheat Board. It proposes permits large and five year limits, letting nonboard farmers sell in open markets while board farmers stay with the board, aiming smoother transition and market discipline. Proximity and pricing theories are discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Wheat Board
Wheat Board
Prairie Wheat Farmer
U.S
Banner Calls for Signed Reader Letters
The Banner invites readers to submit letters signed by the author. Submissions may be edited for length and taste to fit publisher standards.
Letters oppose privatizing MTS in Manitoba
Readers condemn Premier Filmon and Minister Findlay for pushing privatization of the Manitoba Telephone System. They urge a public referendum, warn rural impacts, cite surveys and opposition parties, and call Manitobans to pressure MLAs before the fall session. Potential private tolls and regional harms are highlighted.
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Manitoba
MTS
Filmon
Glen Findlay
NDP
Liberals
Gary Doer
Len Derkach
Glen Cummings
Denis Rocan
Toronto
Montreal
U.S
Findlay
Open letter to Premier Filmon on MTS sale
An open letter denounces the sale of Manitoba Telecomm Services to foreign investors. The writer accuses the government of bias, urges province-wide hearings, and insists Manitobans should be heard outside Winnipeg. It calls for alternatives like bonds and management changes and asks the premier to stand up for Manitoba.
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Premier Filmon
Toba Hydro
Winnipeg
Legislative Committee
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