Manitoba economy seen as second highest growth in Canada
Industry minister MaryAnne Mihychuk told Winnipeg guests Manitoba will post the second highest GDP growth in Canada in 2001 driven by a diversified economy. Finance and insurance lead GDP, manufacturing close behind, with transportation and exports following. She cited low unemployment, Ireland’s growth lesson, and plans to expand knowledge-based industries, advanced manufacturing, bio-technology, and hydro power partnerships with First Nations.
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Turning Boomers' Retirement Woes Into Urgent Action
Garth Turner warns in his Investment Television segment that a large share of Canadians lack retirement savings, with Stats Canada data showing 1.5 million families underfunded and CPP alone insufficient. He urges maximizing RRSP contributions or borrowing to invest, citing low rates and tax refunds as incentives. He also notes dwindling corporate pensions and rising life expectancy.
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