The Politics of Power and Quebec’s Role in Canada
A critical viewpoint argues federal aid favors Quebec to secure power in Ottawa. The author claims Canada’s unity is used to distract from economic ruin affecting Prairie farmers and other regions. Quebec’s distinct status and Bill 101 are cited as part of a broader power strategy.
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Quebec
Confederation
Canada
Les Quebecois
St. John's
Victoria
Emerson
Iqaluit
Clark comments spark backlash on aboriginal lands stance
Unity Minister Joe Clark provoked criticism after saying the federal government would not use force to resolve Quebec aboriginal land disputes, a claim seen as out of step with past actions amid Mohawk and Oka tensions. An ED note corrects an earlier councillor appointment error.
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Unity
Joe Clark
Quebec
Clark
Canada
Oka
Joe
Wil Sutton
Accessibility concerns at Roblin Memorial Hall prompt reader letter
A Roblin resident voices frustration over upgrading funding for Memorial Hall that ignores accessibility for wheelchairs and stairs. The writer notes basement washrooms limit access and asks why a larger hall neglects such needs and urges editor comment on mobility issues for all residents.
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Roblin Review
Nancy
Winnipeg Farmers Rally 1991 Appreciation Note
Thanks to Cheryl Digby and Gaye Lenderbeck for organizing the farmers rally in Winnipeg on October 9 1991 at the legislature. Over 7000 farmers attended along with urban supporters. The message urges continued unity to press governments on farmers’ problems.
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Cheryl Digby
Gaye Lenderbeck
Winnipeg
Portage Avenue
Home based business boom in Western Canada explained
Prof Barbara Orser, a Ryerson professor, notes 71 percent of new Canadian jobs arise at home with mini enterprises rising in Prairie provinces. Rural homes surpass urban sites, many workers become telecommuters, writers, accountants, or small manufacturers from kitchens and basements. The trend includes unbundling where firms outsource to home based contractors.
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Canada
Barbara Orser
Ryerson Polytechnical Institute
Toronto
Orser
Prairie Provinces
Japan
Farm Trek Stirs Prairie Politics and Farm Aid Debate
Saskatchewan Premier Roy Romanow leads a Farm Trek to Ottawa to press for more federal support for farmers as Manitoba officials join in. The piece notes Ottawa has pledged an $800 million package while critics warn against politicians using farmers as pawns amid subsidy wars and rising costs.
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Saskatchewan
Roy Romanow
Ottawa
Manitoba
Prairies
Romanow
Glen Findlay
Jim Downey
Downey
Findlay
Wheat Board
Charlie Mayer
Mulroney
Mayer
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