Manitobans urged to sponsor Kosovar refugees
Premier Gary Filmon appeals to Manitobans to welcome Kosovar refugees, urging formation of sponsorship groups to assist 350 people awaiting resettlement. Federal support covers up to two years, with volunteers helping find housing, jobs, and English classes. Contact Kosovar Resettlement Program at 694 5602 or Kosovo hotline 1 888 410 0009.
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Rosemary Vodrey
Kosovo
Bartkiw Participates in Rossburn SYTEP at Twin Valley Co op
Crystal Bartkiw, a Senior 3 student at Rossburn Collegiate, shares SYTEP experiences at Twin Valley Co op in Rossburn begun in February. She describes learning chemical and fertilizer handling, farm equipment basics, and daily tasks while shaping her plan for an Agri Business college diploma.
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Rossburn Collegiate
Crystal Bartkiw
Rossburn
Angela Kalyniuk
Twin Valley Co-op
Twin Valley
Manitoba health care support staff reach new contract deal
A tentative Manitoba contract for 8,500 health care assistants clerical and support staff was reached June 8 after mediation between regional health authorities and CUPE. The agreement includes a seven percent wage boost over three years and enhanced benefits plus a 1.25 percent wage adjustment fund totaling 1.7 million. It also advances seniority protections and converting some casual and part-time roles to full-time, with a ratification vote set for June 23.
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Manitoba
Labour Relations Secretariat
Canadian Union of Public Employees
CUPE
Wally Fox-Decent
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