Canadian farm income declines amid debt rise concerns
Statistics Canada data show 2006 cash income fell 9.4 percent as gains in crop revenue were offset by lower livestock receipts and higher costs. Assets rose, liabilities grew, and debt to asset ratio hit a 25 year high while return on equity dropped to 1.0 percent, signaling strained farm finances in rural Manitoba.
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Faith and fellowship in ministerial cross bearing
Ministers meet to share personal and career challenges and support each other through faith. The piece urges denial of self, daily bearing of one’s cross, and following Jesus as a path to fulfillment, contrasting with prosperity gospel. It notes online groups provide extended support for those facing illness, caregiving, or life transitions.
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Arra Friesen on Perfect Smiles and Giving Back
Arra Friesen reflects on personal dental history from a childhood accident to braces and dental work. She links her fixation with teeth to a desire to help others afford dental care, noting the impact of a trusted family dentist on her family and public perception.
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