Notes on Canada Post monopoly and reforms
Peter Holle argues that Canada Post's statutory first class mail monopoly inflates costs and reduces service. Citing New Zealand reforms, he urges opening mail to competition to lower prices, broaden choices, and improve efficiency for households and business.
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Harvest blues on the prairies fade hope for farmers
A hot July and August dampen farm spirits as prices and yields fall despite bumper crops. A well known farmer laments that farming has become a business and worries for his children, while remarks on the rising share of processors and the insufficient farm income growth tied to export growth.
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Parliament Pay and Tax Debate Prompts Independent Review
The government has formed a three member independent commission to review MPs compensation including base salary of 64 400 dollars, tax free allowances up to 28 200 dollars, and ministerial top ups. Advocates urge transparency fairness and accountability with moves to replace tax free allowances with a group RRSP.
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Dennis Mills
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Mitchell Homecoming Reunion Planned in 1999
Residents and former locals of Mitchell are invited to a Homecoming Reunion marking the town’s 125th anniversary during the week of June 29 to July 4, 1999. The Planning Committee seeks inquiries at PO Box 609 Mitchell Ontario or via the posted website.
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