Budget 98 a hollow victory for Canadian taxpayers
Victor Vrsnik of the Manitoba Taxpayers Association criticizes Budget 98 as a defeat for debt relief and tax fairness. He notes $12 billion in new programs, modest personal tax relief, rising CPP costs, and bracket creep harming low income Canadians, with debt service rising to $45 billion.
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Canada
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Manitoba Taxpayers Association
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Dauphin Swan River voters want debt and tax relief
In Dauphin Swan River, MP Inky Mark reports survey results from Prairie Mountain Link readers at year end 1997. Over half favor using any budget surplus to erase federal debt and cut GST and income taxes, with majority backing debt reduction and broad tax relief. Mark proposes splitting any surplus, raising personal exemptions, and expanding child related credits.
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Inky Mark
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Dauphin-Swan River
Mark
Elk ranching debate sparks letter to editor
A Manitoba rural reader denounces elk ranching and the capture of wild elk for profit. He cites a recent incident near Inglis where two mature bulls died in a trap while awaiting capture, arguing the program wastes wildlife, harms habitat, and costs taxpayers. He urges action to protect resources and promotes joining regional conservation groups. The signatory is Bob Self.
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Inglis
Manitoba Natural Resources
Ottawa
North America
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Bob Self
Letters to the Evilon The Russell Banner
Readers are invited to submit signed letters for publication on this page. Include a phone number for contact and expect editing before publication.
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