First Ministers Conference Delivers Class Act on Free Trade
A two day session with Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and the ten provincial premiers showcased varied views on free trade. Western premiers largely supported the deal while Ontario and Prince Edward Island opposed. The event offered rare insight into political personalities and a cautious, pragmatic approach to a contentious issue.
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Toronto
Brian Mulroney
Manitoba
Howard Pawley
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Robert Bourassa
David Peterson
Alberta
Don Getty
Auity
Peter's Point contest returns with prizes planned
In early 1988 Peter Hessel announces another Peter's Point contest for readers of the community paper. Readers will answer questions from January columns, with a February questionnaire. Prizes include autographed books worth 26.95 and 18.95, plus copies of Peter's Point columns, and a personal letter.
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Peter Hessel
Hawaii
Peter
Margaret Shilling
London
Ontario
Manitoba Lottery Fever Spreads Across Province
Peter Warren warns of runaway lotteries in Manitoba as major cultural groups push high stake draws. Prizes include a $300,000 home, two luxury cars, and large cash prizes with tickets often priced at $100. Provincial authorities consider permits while communities fear reduced local raffle funding.
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Peter Warren
Manitoba
St. Jace Hospital
Winnipeg
Winnipeg Art Gallery
Amant Society
Manitoba Theatre Centre
Manitoba Opera Association
Amsterdam
St. Boniface
Howard Pawley
1967 year in review list of quirky daily concerns
The columnist lists a string of daily annoyances from 1987 including digital watches, unanswered messages, dentist fears, losing things, shopping malls, saving electricity, children’s allowances, weeds, smokers, microwaves, holiday prep, ketchup, marshmallows, and oddly ending with capital punishment as a controversial subject. The piece ends with a wish for readers to write in 1968.
Greetings For The New Year From Gary Filmon
Premier Gary Filmon offers a New Year message urging peace justice and prosperity within Manitoba and globally. He calls for unity to meet new challenges and expresses hope for a better 1986 with blessings for families and communities.
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Remier
Manitoba
Gary Filmon
Adult education and Metis Job Development program
Fred McGuinness recalls joining a Metis Federation minischool for adult education five years ago. The program funds 28 weeks of training at minimum wage, aims to move welfare recipients into work, and shows over 75 percent of grads working or studying. Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba counts are noted with questions about expanding locally.
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Fred McGuinness
Metis Federation
Canada Employment and Immigration Commision
Prairie Provinces
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Prairies
New Year Message from Governor George Johnson
In his New Year address Governor George Johnson reflects on Manitoba's past year. He cites the Duke and Duchess of York visit, Citizenship Act celebrations, and heritage festivals. He stresses growth, unity, and a hopeful outlook for 1988, with his wife extending best wishes for a prosperous year.
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Manitoba
Government House
George Johnson
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