Area farmer donates land to wildlife trust
George Layh, a long time Marchwell area farmer, donated a quarter section of land to the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation Habitat Trust Fund. The ceremony north east of Marchwell near the Saskatchewan Manitoba border featured a stone cairn recognizing the contribution with about 40 attendees.
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Manitoba support workers vote to strike over wage hike demands
About 63 percent of CUPE eligible members at 80 sites across Manitoba voted to walk off if talks with the province fail. Support staff seek 20 percent over three years matching doctors and nurses, challenging wage disparities across facilities amid an impasse in negotiations since April.
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NDP Proposes Expanded Vacation and Leave for Working Parents
Terrie Welwood reports that the NDP is considering labor law changes to raise minimum vacation from two to three weeks, extend unpaid leave, and add flexible hours for working parents. Critics from business groups warn of potential burdens, while public consultations are promised but dates undecided.
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Barrett
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Shelley Wiseman
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