Manitoba Tax Debate Focuses on Spending and Hydro Costs
Residents argue on January 1 tax changes and Hydro rate freezes. Critics cite nearly 288 million in Hydro funding raids, rising health care costs, and a wave of government programs as drivers of debt. They call for lower taxes and tighter spending.
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Winnipeg Sun
Hydro
NDP
Motor Coach
North
Mts
Manitoba
Doer
Northern Forest
Gove
Manitoba Hydro
Winter Warriors And The Dry Cold Debate
The author mocks winter myths while recalling Manitoba and Prairie winters. He contrasts dry and soggy cold, recalls Toronto summer misconceptions, and notes how Manitoba winters forge resilience. He laughs at city strangers and reflects that winter builds character, yet claims to have enough.
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Manitoba
Ontario
Winnipeg
Portage
Main
Toronto
Healthier schools push drinks switch for student wellness
In Altona and across Canada, schools remove carbonated soft drinks from machines a voluntary move by Coca-Cola to encourage healthy choices. Juice and bottled water rise in popularity as students adapt, with public support and industry shifts sustaining sales.
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Altona
Coca-Cola
Saskatchewan
News Optimist
Russell Banner Seeks Signed Letters to the Editor
The Russell Banner invites readers to submit letters to the editor for publication on this page. All letters must be signed and will appear with the author’s name when published. Include a phone number for contact if questions arise. Letters may be edited for style and length.
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Russell Banner
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