Farmers blast 2011 losses and CWB deregulation debate
The text argues that Ontario and prairie farmers faced theft and policy shifts as Harper Ritz and Anderson push CWB deregulation. It criticizes keepers of marketing freedom and claims jail and legal action against farmers who sold wheat to the U.S. while alleging eight-figure gains for Viterra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper
Ritz and
Anderson
Viterra
Ontario Wheat Producers Marketing Board
U.S
CWB
Harper, Ritz & Anderson
Canada
Sweet deal for MPs fuels pension pension talks
The text argues MPs receive a generous pension and retirement guarantees. It cites the Canadian Taxpayers Federation noting 39 MPs elected in 2006 could retire at 55 costing 30.9 million, or all MPs staying three more years could cost 447 million. It claims MPs’ retirement funds are guaranteed and not invested by MPs, with taxpayers contributing about 248000 yearly per MP versus 11000 from MPs themselves, while base salaries of 157000 and an 11 percent return are highlighted.
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Russell
Ottawa
Canadian Taxpayers Federation
CTF
Prairie ski area earns international slalom certification
Letter to the editor congratulates Asessippi Ski Area for receiving Fédération Internationale de Ski certification for a slalom course in both men's and ladies alpine events. It notes Asessippi as the first resort in Manitoba or Saskatchewan to achieve this, praising the course work and anticipating Manitoba Cup hosting in February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asessippi
Fédération Interna
Tionale de Sakt
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Asessippi Ski Area
Tam
Waiting for China in Taiwan’s quiet political calculus
Analysis argues Taiwan leaders prefer closer economic ties with the PRC while avoiding reunification talks. It notes Ma Ying-jeou’s 2008 and 2010 deals, Beijing’s stance, and U.S. backing to avoid conflict, projecting a long term strategic patience as China’s economy risks turmoil.
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Ma Ying-jeou
People’s Republic of China
Tes
China
Taiwan
Prc
Taipei
Beijing
Kuomintang Pang
Benyng
Wan
Tai‘wan
Strait
People’s Republic
Communist Party
Saiwan
United States
Washington
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Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association
WCWGA
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Vralden
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