Manitoba agencies report buyout saves millions. Hydro to raise rates
The Manitoba Lotteries Corporation bought out 269 employees for 2.3 million, saving over 8 million annually in salaries and benefits amid revenue declines blamed on smoking bans. Manitoba Hydro posted 2003 losses of 436 million and 42 million in Q1 2004, prompting a 10 percent rate increase. Net debt rose to 10.2 billion driven by pension liabilities, while Alberta remains debt free.
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MLC
Winnipeg
Brandon
Manitoba Hydro
Hydro
Manitoba
Public Utilities Board
Alberta
Texas
Florida
Iraq
Armenia
Carberry gains rare Canadian gingerbread house
The Carberry museum has acquired the town gingerbread house, a rare 1890s Gothic Revival wooden home with intricate lacey trim, fretwork, and brick accents. The ornate decorative eaves and veranda trim reflect a romantic Victorian style once carved by stone masons and later copied in wood for wealthy homes and churches.
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Carberry News-Express
Manitoba
Carberry
Canada
Brick House Built With Edrans Stone Draws Public Interest
The brick house differs from Sidney brick homes and reflects a 1896 fire ban on Main Street. It features a spiral staircase, stained glass, gas lighting, and a welcoming interior fit for entertaining. Museum plans include roof repair and moving displays inside the house. Further ideas cover a garden, walkways, tea on the verandah, and Christmas decorating.
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