Chretien and Thompson in Winnipeg flood visit sparks debate
The May 2 Winnipeg appearance amid flood worry drew praise from Mayor Susan Thompson and raised questions about political opportunism. Observers note the scene highlighted Liberal photo ops ahead of the June 2 election and contrasted with calmer provincial flood briefings.
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Jean Chretien
Manitoba
Mr. Chretien
Winnipeg
Red River
Chretien
David Iftody
Provencher
Lloyd Axworthy
Winnipeg South Centre
Iftody
Thompson
Ottawa
Susan Thompson
Air Command
Glass half full or empty on metric debate Flooding and measurement
The piece argues Canadians struggle with metric adoption amid flood fears and economic choices. It cites Rob Rempel and others lampooning metric conversion, noting imperial use in commerce and media. The column questions national readiness and shows mixed adherence to metric standards.
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Rob Rempel
James Ave
Tom
Grand Forks
N.D
Ste. Agathe
Rempel
Feds
Ottawa
Brandon
Dan Calderson
Imperial
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