Archive for May 2009

Harper government invests in cutting edge science and innovation to help Canadian farmers

The Government of Canada is helping Canadian farmers turn new ideas and technologies into viable market opportunities for Canadian farmers.

Man assaulted with baseball bat in Steinbach

On May 27, 2009 Steinbach RCMP were informed that a man was currently in Bethesda Hospital after being assaulted inside his home on Chapel Drive in Steinbach, Manitoba with a baseball bat.

Portage la Prairie woman charged with aggravated assault

On May 28, 2009 around 5:30 AM Portage la Prairie RCMP responded to a complaint of an assault at Portage General Hospital.

Pork producers identify with Manitobans who rely on food banks

The Chair of Manitoba Pork Council says, with the economic difficulties facing pork producers, they can relate to struggles faced by those who rely on food banks to feed their families.

New driver safety rating takes effect March 1, 2010

The Public Utilities Board ruling varies the corporation’s application for rates to be charged under the DSR system, providing larger immediate rate reductions for those who have been at-fault claims and conviction free for fifteen (15) or more years.

Prairie durum growers receive lower returns, restricted delivery

Western Canadian durum growers are facing comparatively low returns and limited delivery opportunities this year under the Canadian Wheat Board’s restrictive monopoly.

Surveys show trust in food safety varies

A scientist with the University of Saskatchewan suggests one way for food industry stakeholders to build trust is to demonstrate they can act in the interest of consumers.

Province unveils new tools to help Manitobans reduce their risk of Diabetes

New, easy-to-use online resources will help more Manitobans identify the risk factors that can lead to Type 2 diabetes and find ways to prevent or delay the onset of the disease, Healthy Living Minister Kerri Irvin-Ross announced.

Pulse industry encourages Canadian Parliament to ratify free trade agreements with Peru and Colombia

The Canadian pulse industry and pulse buyers in Peru and Colombia are eagerly awaiting the Canadian Parliament to ratify free trade agreements with those countries.

Farmers pleased with progress on Columbia and Peru free trade agreements

The Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) are pleased with the progress made by the Government of Canada on the finalization and implementation of Canada’s free trade agreements with Columbia and Peru.


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