Bank barometer rising
Canadian banks push credit card rates higher after Bank of Canada increases lending costs. Banks charge around 21 percent on cards while personal loan rates reach 17 percent, widening the gap as savers earn 11 percent. Critics say banks profit as consumers face higher debt, with little relief when rates fall.
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On the Road Will They Stop
A terse note asks whether the traveling party will halt their journey. The query centers on a potential road stop and the implications for the plan. No further details are provided about participants or location.
Prime minister's meals tested by official food tasters in Canada
A lengthy, opinionated piece from Edmundston criticizes an alleged kitchen inspection of Brian Mulroney's meals by an official food tester. It cites a New Brunswick tester, questions federal waste, and argues that food testers symbolize broader poverty and political sniping affecting Canadians and food workers nationwide.
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Edmundston
New Brunswick
Brian Mulroney
Ottawa
Jac‘ques Ouellet
Mazerelle
Federal Health and Welfare Department
RCMP
Ohe Tme
Mulroney
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Letter to Grant Devine Exposes Saskatchewan Grievances
A long handwritten note to Premier Grant Devine criticizes Saskatche wan leadership and economy. It mocks policies, suggests federal funds for imaginary projects, and alleges missing cheques and misused funds while praising Devine’s defense of unions and Cargill investments. The writer appeals for change and warns of dire futures for farmers.
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Saskatchewan
Grant Devine
Saskatchewan Agriculture
Armers
Western
Ssue
Cargill
Grant
Canada
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