Life and times of John Dorion in Winnipeg police and welfare view
A Winnipeg Free Press feature examines John Dorion a 40 year old chronic substance abuser who has cost the province millions over two decades through policing and jailing. He is homeless since age 18, lost both legs to frostbite, and remains fixed on sniffing at a U Haul lot. The piece argues for humane treatment centers rather than jail, urging new residential programs to provide dignity and support while keeping substances away.
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Winnipeg Free Press
John Calvin Dorion
Winnipeg
Mr. Dorian
Dorian
Our $613 Billion Debt and Public Debt Views
A reader letter cites the federal debt figure of 613 billion dollars and 28 billion spent servicing debt. The writer argues the debt must be repaid and criticizes government borrowing and spending while reflecting on a discussion from Let's Talk Taxes.
Cenotaph on Front Page Captures Sky and Flags
Reader praises the Cenotaph photograph on the front page of the November 11 paper. They commend Ed for capturing the sky and flags, calling the image beautiful and keeping it to share with family.
Canadians Fill Boxes for Operation Christmas Child 2014
Across Canada drop off centers complete paperwork for the 2014 campaign. Roblin and area contributed 261 boxes and Swan River 177, totaling 438 boxes, with thanks to all who donated money and packed boxes.
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Calgary
Canada
Roblin
Area
Swan River
Growth vs Income Splitting in Canada Budget Debate
In the fall fiscal update Canada faces five straight years of shrinking growth from 2015 to 2019. Conservatives push income splitting costing 2.4 billion this year and 2 billion annually, argued as unfair and anti growth. The alternative focuses on infrastructure and education to spur jobs, productivity, and a higher post secondary attainment rate.
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Canada
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Nelson Skomorowski
the Roblin E Review
1St Avenue N.W
Goverment of Canada
Canada Periodical Fund
Department of Canadian Heritage
R.I. Gilroy
Ed Doering
Mts
CCNA
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