Letters, Oct. 1
Many thanks My life changed the day after Thanksgiving, 1967. My wife and I crossed the bridge at Fort Francis, Ont., and were accepted into Canada; she was a citizen […]
On October 1, letters were published in various publications. One letter recounted a poignant story of immigration and kindness in Canada. Another letter criticized the adoption of permanent Daylight Time (DT) in Manitoba, questioning the government's decision despite expert medical advice. The author argued that permanent DT could negatively impact health, citing studies linking it to increased anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
Additionally, the letter criticized the Manitoba government for disregarding medical and research professionals' recommendations in favor of a policy determined by public opinion via a survey.
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