Simpler rules, complex bylaw web cited by critics
A reader argues governments pile bylaws and acts, making life hard and lunch bag rules add fines, while bullying bills fail to curb abuse. The piece cites two bullying cases and suggests teaching the Golden Rule plus firm self defence as effective responses.
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Golden Rule vs Bureaucracy Burdened by Rules
A writer criticizes excessive rules and bureaucratic waste at municipal, provincial, and federal levels. He argues common sense is eroded, cites building permits and income tax as examples, and notes organizations have given up pushing for reform while seeking political alignment.
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Manitoba to crack down on distracted driving enforcement
Manitoba partners MPI to fund nine police services for a month long crackdown on handheld device use while driving. Winnipeg Police Service receives about half of the $140,000 total, with officers dedicating time to issuing around 50 tickets daily.
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