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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 16, 1983
Page
1
The federal government spent about 334 million to bail out Maislin Transport with further hundreds of millions allocated to the auto, computer industries and Massey. The efforts failed to deliver a successful rescue and prompted scrutiny of federal cost and policy decisions.
The piece highlights a $11.7 million loss under Ottawa's Small Business Loans Act while noting 150,000 entrepreneurs started new firms in 1982 and a projected 200,000 more startups this year. It contrasts bailouts for big firms with gains from small and medium enterprises amid high interest rates and widespread bankruptcies. It cites Canada's 21 year guarantee total of $2.4 billion to 117,000 businesses and only $28.1 million lost.
The editorial praises Canada Post Corporation for markedly improved mail service after prior tardiness. It notes fewer subscriber complaints, reports of deliveries by next day or within the publication week, and acknowledges remaining slow areas while urging continued improvement.
Underway since September this year the Heritage Centre project will create a multi purpose building outdoor amphitheatre stage with bandshell and facilities. First phase hires 100 workers with long term job gains including 50 permanent and up to 40 seasonal positions. Completion targeted for June 1984 to host the National Ukrainian Festival. Funding includes 572 292 from NEED program and 500 000 Destination Manitoba grant with 714 000 in capital costs for phase one and a four year fundraising plan.
The article discusses extending the time gap between harvest and the start of hot air grain drying to improve drying efficiency. It notes adjustments to harvesting schedules and storage handling to accommodate a longer interval before processing.
William Panasiuk fills Ward 4 vacancy as councillor while Walter Styba and John Wagner take Ward 1 and 3 seats. John Perchaluk remains Reeve with Styba as Deputy Reeve. Isabel Watson and Perchaluk lead Finance, Styba and Panasiuk handle Equipment, and council stays on Welfare. Panasiuk and Bill Angus join Recreation Commission board. Perchaluk to Roblin Veterinary Services Board and Ambulance Committee. Isabel Watson shares Roblin Weed Control District Board duties with Styba.
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