Author: Muriel Schmidt

Do We Have Brown Bears In Manitoba?

You might be surprised to learn that grizzly bears live in Manitoba. These majestic creatures, with a characteristic hump on their backs, can grow up to three metres long from head to tail, weigh upwards of 700 kilograms and run up to 55 km/hour. Grizzlies are also very intelligent and have great memories. Do we […]

Do We Have Wolverines In Manitoba?

Manitoba. Wolverines inhabit the northern part of the province, north of 53° latitude (Berezanski, pers. com., 2002). Highest densities appear to be in the northeast and northwest; however, the northcentral region receives less trapping effort and may represent a population reservoir (Berezanski, pers. com., 2002). Where in Canada do wolverines live? Historically, Wolverines were found […]

What Was Manitoba First Named?

Manitoba. The name is believed to have originated with Cree term “Man-into-wahpaow”, meaning “the narrows of the Great Spirit”, which describes Lake Manitoba and how it narrows significantly at the centre. The province entered confederation in 1870 following the Manitoba Act. What is the origin name of Manitoba? The name “Manitoba” likely comes from the […]

What Are The Two Major Mineral Deposits Found In Manitoba?

Base and precious metals, such as nickel, copper, zinc and gold. Specialty metals like cesium. Industrial minerals such as dolomite, spodumene, silver, gypsum, salt, granite, limestone, lime, sand and gravel. Mine 777 Mine Company Hudbay Location Flin Flon Date Opened 2000 Major Metals/Minerals Mined copper, zinc What are 2 mineral resources? Mineral resources can be […]

How Are Taxes Calculated In Alberta?

Calculating your Alberta tax burden is done by adding up your total income with allowances and then subtracting the tax deductions for which you qualify. How much tax is taken off my paycheck in Alberta? The tax rates in Alberta range from 10% to 15% of income and the combined federal and provincial tax rate […]

Can A Bc Doctor Work In Alberta?

Transferring from another province Physicians must have an Alberta medical practice permit to practise medicine in Alberta. However, Canada’s mobility agreements can make it easier for physicians who are already licensed in another province or territory to become registered with CPSA. Can Canadian doctors work in any province? CMA EXPLAINS In Canada, medical practice is […]