Manitoba forecast: $43.5 million surplus for 1997/98
Finance Minister Eric Stefanson says despite flood and health care costs the third quarter report shows a $43.5 million surplus for 1997/98, with flood costs over $400 million overall and net provincial cost $35.4 million after federal recoveries. He cites strong revenue growth and balanced budgets for the year.
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Red Cross Month Call to Support Canvassers
March is Red Cross month. Please support the Canadian Red Cross when a canvasser comes knocking on your door. The organization works worldwide on disaster relief water safety first aid abuse prevention and family tracing to protect vulnerable people and communities.
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Manitoba PIPP review recommends steps to strengthen no fault coverage
The Personal Injury Protection Plan Review Commission urges changes to boost economic loss benefits, streamline payments, and improve rehabilitation and income replacement. Premiered under Manitoba Public Insurance the plan aims to curb rising costs from the tort system and keeps premiums among Canada's lowest. The province accepts most recommendations, with some under legislative review, while five of 54 were rejected.
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