The provincial government has scrapped a $55 maximum price cap for the safety inspections — required before a newly acquired vehicle can be registered in Manitoba — and will let auto repair shops set the cost, which one mechanic estimated is actually around $100 to $200. How long are safeties good for in Manitoba? every […]
Author: Muriel Schmidt
Why Did Alberta Get Rid Of Rats?
The Agricultural Pests Act of Alberta, 1942 authorized the Minister of Agriculture to designate as a pest any animal that was likely to destroy crops or livestock; every person and municipality had to destroy the designated pests. How did they get rid of rats in Alberta? Rats were declared a pest in 1950, making rat […]
Where Are Gems Found In Alberta?
Alberta is the only place in the world where ammolite is mined commercially, and the Bearpaw Formation in southern Alberta is home to the highest quality of ammolite. The shores of the Oldman River and the St. Mary River are where ammolite is typically mined, Budney noted. Where can I go gem hunting in Alberta? […]
Who Is Alberta’S Lt 2022?
Salma Lakhani was installed as Alberta’s 19th Lieutenant Governor on August 26, 2020. Who is the lieutenant governor of Alberta 2022? Salma Lakhani is the current lieutenant governor. On 26 August 2020, she was installed as the 19th lieutenant governor, becoming the first South Asian and Muslim in Canadian history to hold the role. Who […]
When Did Manitoba Hydro Buy Centra Gas?
1999. History. Centra Gas Manitoba initially received its provincial charter in 1953. It was privately owned by Vancouver-based Westcoast Energy from 1990 until 1999, when it was purchased by Manitoba Hydro. When did Manitoba Hydro buy Winnipeg Hydro? 2002Manitoba Hydro purchased Winnipeg Hydro in 2002. Who provides natural gas in Manitoba? Customers can choose whether […]
Why Did Ukrainians Immigrate To Alberta?
The first wave of Ukrainian immigrants to Alberta consisted predominantly of agriculturalists, many of whom found seasonal employment in other jobs to finance the establishment of their farmsteads. A minority worked as laborers in the cities or as miners. Why are Ukrainian settlers in Alberta? Most Ukrainians from this period settled in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and […]
Does Manitoba Hydro Include Water?
Water and home heating account for most of your home’s overall energy costs. Reduce your water use and save money on your energy bill. What is included in Manitoba Hydro bill? Amount due – Totals all of your electricity, natural gas, adjustments and other charges for the service location. If your account is on pre-authorized […]
Where Are Dinosaur Bones Found In Alberta?
A hadrosaur fossil found in Alberta’s badlands was so well preserved its skin was still intact. Bone hunters from around the world regularly travel to Dinosaur Provincial Park in the southern Alberta badlands — but the recent discovery of a hadrosaur fossil is causing a lot more excitement than usual. Where can I hunt fossils […]
What Are The Sales Taxes In Manitoba?
The Retail Sales Tax (RST) is a tax applied to the retail sale or rental of most goods and certain services in Manitoba. The tax is calculated on the selling price, before the GST (Good and Services Tax) is applied. The general sales tax rate is 7%. What’s GST and PST in Manitoba? Current GST/PST […]
Can You Gift A Vehicle In Manitoba?
Anyone can gift a vehicle, but gifts received from a qualifying family member are not taxable. If you receive a gifted vehicle, you must provide a note from the previous owner as verification. The note should outline their family relationship to you. How to gift a car to someone in Canada? Typically, you’ll be expected […]