Liberal plan would force MPs and senators to disclose expenses
Canadian politics faces trust issues and Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau proposes quarterly public expense disclosures in a searchable online format. The plan aims to boost transparency, with MPs and Senators posting expenses this fall as part of broader democratic reforms supported across parties.
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Justin Trudeau
Robert Sopuuck
Chamber Coins Promote Centennial Celebration in Russell
The Russell and District Chamber of Commerce announces a temporary promotion issuing 1000 Chamber Coins to the first registrants for the Centennial Celebrations on July 26 and 27 at the George P Bulziuk Centre. Coins unlock in store specials and a chance at 500 Russell Bucks.
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Gillian Potter
Chamber
RBC
Jennifer Seib
Vanguard Credit Union
Golu
Brett Church
Russell Emergency Services
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Russell
Fire Departments
Russell Rcmp
Climate change chickens come home to roost
A reader criticizes Manitoba leaders for avoiding a carbon tax while raising the PST to fund flood damage costs. The letter contrasts British Columbia’s carbon tax benefits with Manitoba’s approach, urging action to reduce emissions and spending tied to climate risks. It warns of more floods wildfires and droughts if leaders delay measures.
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Struthers
B.C
Canada
Obama weighs Syria arms aid amid red line fear
The article recounts President Obama’s hesitation to arm Syrian rebels despite claims of chemical weapons use by Bashar al Assad. It notes the red line pledge, fears of deeper involvement, and intelligence disputes over whether chemical weapons were used, with analysts wary of confirmation bias and political constraints.
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Yemen
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Syria
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