Archive : February 2008

Another lost paradise

Winter escapes are always uppermost in Canadians’ minds when the thermometer drops precipitously. One of the more popular destinations is Jamaica, which Canadians equate with a tropical paradise filled with sun and sand. But wh...

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Policy change will increase rental units

Over the past few years, the lack of good, affordable apartment units in Winnipeg has been well documented by the Professional Property Owners Association, WinnipegREALTORS®, the Canadian Real Estate Association and Canada Mortgage and ...

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Global warming "poster child"

In recent years, the plight of two species of white-furred animals has made Canada in one case infamous and in the other famous the world over. One animal has risen to such lofty status as a symbol of Canadian cruelty that it has attracted ...

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Changes to Manitoba’s rent controls

Since 2001, WinnipegREALTORS® has supported the Professional Property Managers Association (PPMA) efforts to have the provincial government amend rent control legislation to allow voluntary vacated units to be removed from rent control ...

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