Letter to Editor Demands Resignation of Alcock Over Racist Remark
A reader denounces Canada’s Finance Minister Reg Alcock for a taped May 4 interview in which he said he would recruit "a little higher up in the gene pool" in reference to the author. The letter links such language to historical anti Asian policies and the Holocaust, urging the Prime Minister to remove Alcock from the cabinet. Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette.
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Manitoba Day holiday proposal sparks mixed Manitoba mood
A column critiques Liberal leader Jon Gerrard's idea to make May 12 a half day provincial holiday marking Manitoba Day. The writer notes timing before Victoria Day weekend and suggests other dates or a more reflective break, while celebrating Manitoba’s identity and winter resilience.
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Small firms urged to hire youth with guidance from CFIB
CFIB outlines a checklist to help small businesses recruit and train young workers. Emphasizes mentoring, defining roles, seeking reliability and enthusiasm over diplomas, and building ties with educators. Recommends training programs and co op options to test youth potential.
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Cozy three bedroom mobile home on its own lot featuring two storage sheds and a beautifully landscaped exterior. List price listed as $32,900, presenting an affordable entry into homeownership with potential for customization and flexible financing.
A Hundred Years of Stories From Alberta and Saskatchewan
In 2005 Alberta and Saskatchewan mark a century as provinces with residents digging into local histories. The Outlook recounts Tom Sukkanen’s ship built in sections near Macrorie, later sold for scrap, amid a broader call for citizens’ memories to preserve community life and events.
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