Bloodshed and terror: a Canadian envoy will try to stop a new war in Africa

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The UN appointed Chretien as a special envoy to Central Africa, which is undergoing renewed violence between rival Tutsi and Hutu ethnic groups. Chretien previously served as Canadian ambassador to Zaire, Burundi and Rwanda from 1978-81, and is familiar with the region's problems.

Appointments, resignations and dismissals, International relations, Ethnic relations, Military aspects, United Nations, Refugees, Central Africa, Chretien, Raymond

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Lasagna unmasked

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Ronald Cross speaks about the role he played in the 1990 confrontation between a group of Oka Indians and the Canadian government. Cross was convicted of 20 charges for his part in the incident, but in Mar 1993 was out on bail pending his appeal.

Demonstrations and protests, Interview, Oka, Quebec, Cross, Ronald

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The battle of the bridge

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Catherine Callbeck's election as premier of Prince Edward Island is not a favorable sign to residents who oppose construction of a bridge to the mainland. Callbeck favors the bridge for its expected benefits to trade and tourism.

Political activity, Political aspects, Bridges, Bridges (Structures), Prince Edward Island, Callbeck, Catherine

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