GST Sparks Canadian Tax Uproar Says Wilson Faces Backlash
Ann M. Smith argues the 9 percent Goods and Services Tax harms Canadians. She criticizes Finance Minister Michael Wilson and Finance Committee chair Don Blenkarn for underestimating public anger and labels opponents as opposed by politics rather than policy.
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Michael Wilson
Wilson
British Columbia
Don Blenkarn
Finance Committee
Self-serve society grows as couple showcases modern trend
Fred McGuiness notes Mary and John navigate a day of do‑it‑yourself errands from banking to groceries and gas. The piece argues self‑service rises from impatience and dissatisfaction, predicts widespread automation, and laments loss of human service while quoting scientists and a future see‑through chain model.
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Mary
Joan
Yardgoods
John
Psecrgon
U.S
Unions questioned for usefulness in debate on labour
A Manitoba debate at the Administrativ e Management Society examined whether unions still serve workers. Gary Russo argued unions have outlived their purpose, citing its neglect of agriculture and the working man. The talk reviewed union membership data and criticized a shift toward bureaucratic union structures.
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Manitoba Administrative Management Society
Gary Russo
Labor Bbessess
Western Canada Steel
Eastern Airlines
United States
Russell
Manitoba
Canada
U.S
Aaaeeme Green
Manitoba Progressive Party
Bernie Christophe
United Food and Commercial Workers’ Union
Canada Safeway
Green
Manitoba Government Employees’ Union
Women must decide abortion rights not criminal law
Judith Allen argues against a new abortion law, urging government focus on access to health care, family planning, and education. She asserts pregnancy decisions are medical and personal, cites minimal late-pregnancy abortions, and calls Canadians to press MPs to preserve women’s freedom of choice.
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United States Supreme Court
Supreme Court of Canada
Varliament
M.P
Evening Babysitters Advice From Longtime Parents
A column offering practical guidance for starting in babysitting. It covers pay rates, duties beyond watching children, safety, cleanliness, and professional conduct. Emphasizes safety and happiness, notes an ideal sitter is cheerful, punctual, and clear about boundaries. Includes tips on communication with parents and supervising children’s activities.
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Manne
Duncan
Stephanie
Elizabeth
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