Getting into the spirit of Christmas today
The writer contrasts holiday cheer with global suffering and corporate cost cuts. They argue for compassion beyond goodwill, criticize CBC layoffs, and urge a return to humble, universal Christmas values while hoping for joy for all, quoting John Lennon.
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Soviet Union
South Africa
Sudan
CBC
Ebenezer Scrooge
Bethlehem
St. Nicholas
Romania
Latin America
India
Ethiopia
Detroit
Winnipeg
Roblin
John Lennon
Dauphin MLA presses for Britcher sawmill jobs in Roblin Grandview
In a Manitoba legislature letter, the Agriculture critic urges action to protect 20 jobs at Britcher Lumber near Roblin from Repap control. He calls for more cutting rights and a renegotiated Repap deal to restore forest stewardship and rural employment in Parkland.
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Bob Britcher
Roblin-Grandview
Repap
Duck Mountains
Mantor
Swan River
Britcher Lumber
Roblin
Filmon
Manitoba
Natural Resources
Harry Enns
Border shopping prompts debate across the Prairies
A North American shopping trend shows Canadians making regular 1000 mile trips to Minot for fabrics hardware clothing footwear and groceries. Editors note border towns face business pressure from drought and depopulation plus GST fears driving cross border traffic.
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Minot
North Dakota
Lloydminster
Canada
Michigan
U.S
On the Prairies
Prairie Perspective on Local Merchants and Social Programs
The piece critiques reliance on patriotism and high taxes while Canada remains costly. It notes interest free credit unions for Christmas purchases becoming standard practice and questions how to fund social programs like US Medicare without higher taxes. Seasonal greetings conclude the column.
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U.S
Canada
CBC cuts spark layoffs and budget critique across Canada
Roger Matas argues the CBC's 1100 plus job cuts across Canada hit Winnipeg hard and threaten regional coverage. He questions national unity benefits, notes private broadcasters scaling back, and says the CBC must tighten spending while preserving essential service.
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CBC
Mother Corp
Winnipeg
Corporation
Calgary
Saskatoon
Hamilton
Maritimes
Radio
Manitoba
Ottawa
Toronto
Edmonton
Pierre Trudeau
Rankin Inlet
Goose Bay
Regina
Uae
Meech Lake
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CNA
Ccna
Larry Funk
Ed Doering
Cathy Yellowaga
Roblin, MB
By Roger Matas
Roger Matas
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