Manitoba Crown Losses Reach 84 Million Since 1981
Three Manitoba crown corporations Flyer Coach ManFor at The Pas and McKenzie Seeds Brandon have racked up losses totaling 84 million dollars since the Pawley government took power in 1981. The piece notes grasshopper plagues and drought facing farmers across southwest Manitoba and reports funding for spraying road allowances while a paternity leave bill expands rights and alters voter eligibility.
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Manitoba politics and Hydro contracts draw fire
The piece reports on Manitoba political tensions as the government backs controversial limestone contracts with Genstar despite higher bids from Canada Cement. It notes calls to withdraw a proposed insurance bill after insurer complaints, attacks by Mercier against Autopac, and a $2.2 million increase in the Main Street Manitoba Program to be raised to $7 million. It cites Manitoba deficit fears and comments by Eliesen Parasiuk and Anstett with local contact details.
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