04 Feb 1986
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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 04, 1986
Page
1
The article argues that comparable worth is an economic issue, not a motherhood issue, and seeks to end pink collar ghettos by objectively valuing work. It contends opponents do not betray equality by questioning feasibility and asserts the goal is pay equity across jobs.
A column argues against wage equity laws saying they ignore supply and demand, risk job losses and reduced competitiveness. It cites Australia and Canada, noting higher female unemployment and potential shifts to high tech or relocation, then advocates grassroots women entrepreneurship. It also reports Intermountain School Division funding and related projects under Section 38, highlighting budget pressures and job creation.
A correction notes Mr Pound is 95 in 1986, not 93. He is active driving, maintains his home, visits Roblin Personal Care Home where he serves as chief coffee maker and enjoys shuffleboard.
More than 15 000 volunteers canvass February 1 to 28 to raise 1 416 000 for Manitoba Heart Foundation. Funds support cardiovascular research and education fighting heart disease and stroke which claims about 80 000 Canadian lives annually.
Ottawa announces the first Dauphin Swan River riding projects under the Canadian Jobs Strategy. Dauphin Ochre Parks and Recreation Commission gets 211 028 for pruning and landscaping training. Lawrence RM at Borketon receives 166 082 to train seven in general construction at the Dauphin Lake Fisheries station. Job Development has 700 million for 1986. Programs last up to 52 weeks combining training and work experience.
A 229 430 contract awarded to McMunn and Yates of Dauphin will build a 416 square metre Duck Bay community hall with a stage washrooms kitchen cloak room and mechanical room. The Duck Bay Community Council with Manitoba Northern Affairs administers this cost shared project funded 60 percent by Ottawa and 40 percent by Manitoba under the Northern Development Agreement.
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