Manitoba Leads Cap and Trade Push Amid Climate Debate
The Winnipeg Free Press notes Manitoba joins a cap and trade alliance to speed its climate strategy, while critics argue for a simpler carbon tax. They warn cap and trade is complex and costly, potentially favoring politicians and unions, and urge focusing on adaptation alongside mitigation.
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Health care funding and access in Manitoba discussed
The Manitoba 2015 budget allocates 6.088 billion to health care, 40 percent of the provincial budget, while the federal transfer to provinces reaches 32.1 billion for 2014 2015 with planned increases. Despite funds, access remains uneven with 16 communities in Prairie Mountain Health lacking family doctors and a total 35 786 Manitobans matched by a provincial doctor finder. National wait times average 18.3 weeks. Manitoba GP to specialist 7.8 weeks and specialist to treatment 11.6 weeks, with fastest waits in radiation and medical oncology. The piece argues for smarter health care solutions over mere funding increases.
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