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When is a loss a profit? Auditor General questions BC Hydro accounting
BC Hydro's creative accounting has turned an operating loss of $279 million into a profit of $447 million. This $696 million would have shown up as an addition to the provincial deficit. Special Cabinet Directives authorize the 'rate-regulated' method but the Auditor General has reservations about the practice. Page 2 (also single article reprint in our ‘BC Politics' archive)
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Sockeye salmon inquiry proliferating
The federal Cohen Commission's investigation into how to manage BC's Fraser River sockeye is requiring 12 studies into the fish and the fishery. Meanwhile eight public meetings are being held. Page 1 (also single article reprint in our ‘Food’ archive)
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Editorial: Firing & Foot Shooting
Firing those who do not agree with him may backfire on the prime minister. Page 4 (also single article reprint in our 'Canadian Politics' archive)
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Greens strongly endorse leader Elizabeth May and talk policy
The Green Party Convention gave leader Elizabeth May 85% support and showcased topics such as the treatment of seniors; strengthening legislation concerning pensions and long term disability benefits; Senate reform; rebalancing relations between the federal and provincial governments; new carbon emissions targets, laws, and taxes; implementation of the precautionary principle; and high speed rail. Page 1 (also single article reprint in 'Canadian Politics' archive)
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Foreign takeovers of Canadian corporation: should we care?
The ever accelerating sell-off of corporations to foreign interests is not just a sovereignty issue; it has far-reaching effects on the Canadian economy, productivity and wellbeing. Page 10
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