Manitobans Question Bill 40 Planning Act Changes
Kenneth Sigurdson NFU Manitoba Coordinator Swan River Manitoba urges Minister Stan Struthers to oppose Bill 40 removing Conditional Use hearings for intensive livestock operations. He cites environmental risks from manure, phosphate overuse, and potential TRC conflicts, calling for audits, a moratorium, and local-bylaw preservation.
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Rms
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Stan Struthers
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Lake Winnipeg
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RM Councils
Trcs
Animal Stewardship Committee
Grey power rising as seniors warn government over Pharmacare
A Winnipeg contact notes seniors in Manitoba brace for higher drug costs after Pharmacare changes. He cites a thousand dollar yearly deductible, limited coverage, and a growing elder vote as the 55 plus crowd contemplates revolt ahead of the next election. He warns farmers share the impact. The Tories report over a hundred hotline calls from distressed seniors in early budget days.
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Winnipeg
Pharmacare
Manitoba
Ralph
Alternative to smoking ban: vented rooms key to survival
A columnist cites editorials and letters arguing a rural economic impact from a smoking ban. Karen Bodirsky of Fair Air advocates a pro choice plan with designated smoking rooms, ventilation standards, and worker protections. BC’s approach shows 80 days of adaptation costs and potential revenue shifts as communities seek balance between rights to smoke and public health.
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Fair Air Association of Canada
Fair Air
Canadian ‘Tobacco Manufacturers Council
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Saskatchewan Hotels Association
Wester Canadian
KidSport
British Columbia
Workers ‘Compensation Board
Russell Banner Seeks Signed Letters To The Editor
The Russell Banner invites readers to submit letters to the editor for publication on the page. All letters must be signed with the author’s name and a contact phone number for potential questions. Letters may be edited for style content and length.
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