Harrowby canola plant workers set to strike
Thirty employees at CanAmera's canola seed crushing plant in Harrowby plan a walkout on June 16 after United Food and Commercial Workers voted for industrial action over stalled negotiations. Union leader Bernard Christophe said talks broke off as CanAmera refused further wage or contract improvements. No new bargaining date is set. issues focus on contract language and wages.
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CanAmera
Harrowby
United Food and Commercial Food Workers
Tion
Union
Bernard Christophe
Heartworm cases rise in Manitoba dog population
Manitoba reports a 28 percent increase in canine heartworm disease during 1992. Dr. Keith Campbell of the MVMA emphasizes prevention with available medications. About 18,204 dogs were protected last year as heartworm appeared in eight towns including Brandon and Winnipeg. The MVMA launches a multimedia campaign urging owners to consult veterinarians.
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Manitoba
Keith Campbell
Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association
Campbell
Brandon
Winnipeg
MVMA
Rural Development Forum in Neepawa Announces REA
Manitoba rural initiatives highlighted at a April 22 Rural Forum in Neepawa. Premier Filmon opened the event and announced the Rural Entrepreneur Assistance program with 1 million dollars in loan guarantees for small rural businesses. The Green Team program expands to include university and high school students with 1.4 million for 350 jobs in provincial parks. Legislative session continues toward June or July.
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Department of Rural Development
Manitoba
Neepawa
Filmon
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