TB status shifts loom for Manitoba cattle exports
CFIA talks may reclassify areas as TB zones prompting testing of feeder cattle and breeding stock before export, with costs borne by producers. Fat stock to slaughter are tested at yards. Green says CFIA mandate targets disease control, while Manitoba firms brace for shifts as discussions continue with federal authorities.
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Major Pratt roofing and lab conversion planned
Major Pratt roofing work continues on page 1 with a classroom conversion into a science lab adaptable for other classes. The project, costing about 65000 dollars, targets completion by late December and includes an eye wash station and ventilation improvements. A roof replacement on about a third of Major Pratt will start soon, along with plans to replace cement floors in about ten high school classrooms. An approved project adds a grooming room with specialized tubs and therapy taps for special needs students.
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Teflon wears thin as Liberal woes deepen in Canada
Terrie Welwood reports rising public fatigue with Liberal scandals led by human resources budget gaps and cronyism claims. Prime Minister Chretien reshuffles cabinet in a bid to distance ministers, amid controversy over $1.6 million in contracts to Groupaction Marketing and past ad spend totaling $55.7 million since 1993.
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Canadian cabinet shuffle reshapes key posts
Public Works Minister Boudria returns to Government House Leader. Ralph Goodale becomes Public Works Minister retaining Canadian Wheat Board duties and Metis and non-status Indian liaison. Maurizio Bevilacqua moves to International Financial Institutions. Rey Pagtakhan adds Science and Development to Veterans portfolio. Jean Augustine becomes Secretary of State for Multiculturalism and Status of Women. Claudette Bradshaw remains Labour Minister but drops Multiculturalism and Status of Women duties.
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