Constitutional amendments debated by Ottawa committee
Justice Minister Jean Chretien tabled amendments before the Special Joint Committee studying patriation of the Constitution with a Charter of Rights and equalization entrenchment. Multicultural groups urged protection of Canada’s diverse heritage within the new framework.
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Canada
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Council of National Ethnocultural Organizations of Canada
Multicultural amendment added to Canada’s constitution
The constitution now includes a statement recognizing Canada's multicultural heritage under section 26. Jean Chretien's government faces continued NDP pressure on native rights and disability rights as 1981 is highlighted as the Year of the Handicapped. Dauphin MP Laverne Lewycky notes Lakeland residents’ victory shows public will can influence government action.
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NDP
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Dauphin
Laverne Lewycky
Lakeland
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Manitoba
Lakeland Post Office Saved By Citizen Pressure
Residents of Lakeland and Laverne led by M P Lewycky forced the Post Office to stay open. A one year extension was granted to Postmaster Mrs Bymak after protests and petitions, with officials citing continued essential service and community hardship avoided.
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Lakeland
Laverne Lewycky
Dauphin
Bymak
Langruth
Westbourne
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Chas. Lambert
Stan Rainkie
Lakeview
Ian Foster
Ron Jackson
Roblin Roughriders Fall Behind in Russell Game
On Friday January 16 1881 the Roblin Roughriders visited Russell for a Snake Creek League match. Marvin Ferguson scored Roblin’s lone goal four minutes into the first period with an assist from Brian McRae before Roblin was outplayed in the opening frame as Russell netted three goals. The second period marked Roblin’s shift to control the game.
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Roblin
Marvin Ferguson
Brian McRae
Marvin
Cockerill
Derek McMillan
Congratulations Boys
Roblin Defeats Russell 9 6 In High-Scoring Rout
Roblin dominated with strong team play and stellar goaltending by Shawn Cockerill. Troy Cockerill and Shawn Yakimishyn starred with multiple goals and assists as Derek McMillan contributed two goals.
Winnipeg Doctor Visits Family in Roblin
Geri Reporter Dr. Elizabeth Arnott of Winnipeg visited over the weekend with her mother Mrs. Grace Arnott and Rob. Mrs. Arnott returned home Monday January 19 after a lengthy stay in Roblin Hospital.
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Elizabeth Arnott
Winnipeg
Grace Arnott
Rob
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