Municipalities to share 24 million growth tax funds
Manitoba will distribute 24,672,798 to municipalities Indian Bands and Unorganized Territories by year end under growth tax sharing. Grants rise 15 percent from 20.9 million with 2.2 points of personal income tax and 1 point of corporate tax allocated to local governments. Rural and urban per capita amounts vary by population with targeted urban service payments.
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Winnipeg
Doug Gourlay
Department of Northern Affairs
Birtle
Ellice
Hamiota
Harrison
Rossburn
Russell
Shoal Lake
Silver Creek
Strathclair
Binscorth
Erickson
St. Lazare
Strawberry picking at local pick-your-own farms ends
Despite the late season, residents visited Souris and McCreary pick-your-own berry farms. Reports show many people went at least once and some returned for seconds.
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Souris
McCreary
Manitoba credit unions pledge considerate drought relief
Farmers facing near record drought in Manitoba can expect considerate treatment from rural credit unions. Credit Union Central of Manitoba president Elliot Horner, a Minnedosa farmer, notes each local credit union will set its own measures. A central task force will guide and monitor aid with agricultural loan consultants.
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Manitoba
Winnipeg
Elliot Horner
Credit Union Central of Manitoba
Canada
Agricultural Loans
Horner
Weather Pleasant Summer Run Continues This Week
Pleasant summer weather persisted through the past week with steady moisture conditions improving soil and gardens. Forecasters note warm daytime highs and mild nights, with scattered showers in portions of the region providing welcome relief for farmers and homeowners alike.
Help Nursery School Seeks Space To Continue Program
The Rossburn Nursery School asks the community for three mornings a week space starting September after losing the art room at the Elementary School. It has operated Tuesday Thursday and Wednesday. organizers urge clubs or individuals with space to phone soon to avoid closing after many efforts and donations.
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Rossburn Nursery School
Cam
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