Rent controls urged as inflation climbs in Canada
Ricardo Tranjan argues rents and mortgage costs drive inflation up, urging provinces to enact strong rent controls now. He notes May inflation at 2.9 percent, cites Ontario and other provinces with loopholes, and criticizes the federal Renters Bill of Rights for lacking true rent controls.
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Ukraine
Canada
Alberta
Saskatchewan
New Brunswick
Newfoundland
Nova Scotia
P.E.I
Quebec
Ontario
Manitoba
B.C
Ottawa
Ricardo Tranjan
Canadian
Centre For Policy Alternatives
Troy Media
What do you know about bricks dispute at Town Hall
A July 20 1892 excerpt notes a local dispute between the Board of Works and the Inspector of Public Works over brick knowledge. It mentions related regional issues including mail quarantine measures and school entrance exam critique, all framed in a paneled small-town context.
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Saskatchewan Times
Calgary Herald
Victoria
CPR
Vancouver
Nanaimo
New Westminster
Board of Works
Inspector of Public Works
Our Town Hall
Regina
Letters to the Editor APP poor substitute for CPP
A reader questions Mary VanderSpruit and argues the Canada Pension Plan benefits Alberta seniors more than contributions. Cites 2014 oil crash unemployment, argues Reformers mislead about CPP payouts, notes retirees moving to B C and other provinces, and questions Danielle Smith.
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Mary VanderSpruit
Alberta
Canada
Writing to the Editor Keep it short and persuasive
Guidance on composing letters to the editor. Aim for 150 to 250 words, be rational and factual, stay topical, and focus on local issues. Expect editing. include your full name, address, and telephone number, and sign the letter. Email to editor tabertimes.com.
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Tabertimes
Water usage at normal levels in Taber Irrigation District
The Taber Irrigation District reports water use has returned to normal levels amid warmer weather. District manager Chris Gallagher notes a significant uptake as June rains recede. A separate incident saw Taber Police Service peacefully resolve a crisis after an emotionally disturbed man threatened self harm and police near 52nd Avenue on July 24.
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Taber Irrigation District
TID
Chris Gallagher
Tabor
Graham Abela
52Nd Avenue
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