Manitoba municipal sales tax idea gains traction at AMM
Kate Jackman-Atkinson surveys support for a one per cent MST to fund infrastructure. AMM plans a convention nov 25 to 27 to push the proposal to the province. A Probe poll of 1,000 adults Sept 15–Oct 6 shows 54% backing MST for infrastructure with 22% strong support and 28% strong opposition.
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Debt and accountability critique at Manitoba press briefing
FP reporter Bruce Owen questions the NDP's foresight as Manitoba faces an economic downturn. McFadyen accuses the government of debt spiraling to 10.18 billion, plus Crown Corp debt near 20 billion total, and argues for accountability reforms and performance incentives over mediocrity in public service. He contrasts debt with stalled roads health care and education while urging the NDP to replace slogans with clear thinking.
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