Against the grain: a bitter Prairie takeover battle is shaking traditional farm alliances
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Deregulation and corporate consolidation within the Canadian grain industry is breaking down longstanding alliances between farmers and the companies that buy their grain. For example, Alberta Wheat Pool and Manitoba Pool Elevators are attempting to take over United Grain Growers.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1997
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A prairie dynasty: secrecy shrouds Calgary's wealthy Mannix clan
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Ron and Fred P Mannix announced that the family plans to sell two of its four operating companies: Manalta Coal Ltd and Pembina Resources Corp. The only reason the family gave for the sale was 'market conditions.' The Mannix family is known for its guarding its privacy.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1997
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CAI's new flight plan
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CAI Senior Marketing and Sales VP Barbara Amster is leading the airline's efforts to survive. Many critics believe the airline will be forced to merge despite Amster's 'yield management' expertise and the airline's plan to expand its international routes.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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