Water, water all around in Manitoba perspective
Kate Jackman-Atkinson argues water’s abundance masks limits in Manitoba and globally. The piece notes 71 percent earth water, 97 percent salt, and 0.6 percent fresh surface water, with 33 boil advisories in Manitoba as of July 30. It contrasts bottled water costs with tap water pricing in Neepawa and Rivers, urging value recognition and conservation.
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Faith and Hate Laws Reflections on Canadian McLean Funeral
Nei Strohschein argues Canada's hate laws threaten preaching freedom yet applauds their use to deter a hateful religious group from disrupting Tim McLean's funeral. He condemns the group for picketing and violence and notes legal victories against them, praising justice and unity.
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Homebuilding reminiscences on pipes wallpaper and stoves
Rita Friesen reflects on walls pipes and the Franklin stove in aging homes. She recalls spring removal of stoves for space and cleaning challenges, debates wallpaper versus plaster and the craft of papering ceilings, and muses on future generations uncovering hidden stove pipes.
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