Canada votes to legalize same sex marriage ignites debate
In June 2005 the House of Commons passed a bill to legalize same sex marriage, making Canada the third country to do so. The piece notes opposition criticisms, limited provincial scope, and questions broader national issues like poverty and healthcare.
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House of Commons
Paul Martin
Stephen Harper
Harper
Justice
Irwin Cotler
Charter of Rights
Supreme Court of Canada
Alberta
Pei
Nunavut
Northwest Territories
Jane
Huge ball of fire kills two horses in Manitoba pasture
Reader recounts a late 1930s to early 1940s incident in Reston Manitoba where a thunderbolt struck a buggy team after rainfall. The blast felled both horses, leaving onlookers stunned as the hailstorm ended.
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Reston
Manitoba
Mr. Barré
Belleview
Memories of a bygone Prairie town life in Manitou
A Letter to the Editor from Manitou Manitoba recalls days past in the region during hard years. Peg Hasein publisher of Biggar Independent notes how life centered on blacksmiths dairies and milk delivery while stores and dances drew crowds. He contrasts then and now reflecting on changes and nostalgia.
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Brandon
Manitou
Manitoba
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Myrtle Chase
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