Conservative government’s cautious, costly start in office
The piece notes a swift move to cut two large losses totaling over 60 million from the public purse while criticizing the Sports Pool for a 1.5 million weekly deficit and the Canadian Unity Information Office’s 80 staff costing 16.5 million annually. It contrasts decisive actions with careful restraint in other federal spending areas.
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Canadian Unity Information Office
Western Snowberry in Canada Prairie Habitat
The western snowberry, or duckbrush, is a shrub up to four feet tall in western Canada’s prairies. Birds and small animals use it for cover and nesting, ducks nest nearby, and berries persist for years. It aids seed dispersal via wildlife, provides winter snow cover, and adds spring moisture. a Ducks Unlimited Canada pamphlet offers more information.
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Canada
Conservative government stakes cautious course in early agenda
The new cabinet lines up in Parliament Hill with a temporary hiring freeze to learn the lay of the land. Erik Nielsen heads a six month review to trim departmental spending while Finance promises a fuller economic outlook after census.
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Parliament Hill
Erik Nielson
Mobile homes seek energy tricks against weather woes
Tips for Manitoba mobile home dwellers to improve energy efficiency and weather tightness. Key fixes include following manufacturer maintenance plans and installing skirting with space for ground dissipation to reduce heat loss.
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Manitoba
Cross-Town GM dealer marks 60th anniversary milestone
Brown General Motors zone manager notes 60th anniversary with a history of good and bad times due to many fine people. The Roblin area dealership plans expansion modernization and continued service as it unveils a brick and steel renovated building marking ongoing progress. A total of 16 persons.
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Brown
General Motors
Roblin
Weatherproofing tips for mobile homes and local sales event
The notice discusses frost protection for mobile homes using six mil polyethylene as moisture barrier and skirting seal, plus enclosing porches to shield doors and create airlocks. It also suggests insulating water pipes with heat tape. A separate item notes three sales staff at Cross Town Motors in Roblin and a ceremony with roses and free hats for early Saturday purchases on October 20.
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Inglis
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Hay
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