Paris power play

Article Abstract:

Jacques Parizeau's Feb 1995 visit to France achieved its key objective: securing the support of France's leaders in the event Parizeau's referendum on sovereignty passes. Edouard Balladur, the current prime minister and leading presidential contender, promised to recognize an independent Quebec.

Canada, France, International relations, National liberation movements, Quebec, Sovereignty, French foreign relations, Canadian foreign relations, Recognition (International law), Parizeau, Jacques

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Passion play

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Canadian golfers renew their love of the game each spring by getting out on the fairways and starting a new season of play. Many people, such as Winston Churchill, have made fun of golf, but the skill and concentration it takes to play the game and the peacefulness of it are very appealing.

Appreciation, Golf

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The squeeze play: Expos bank their future on a new stadium

Article Abstract:

Montreal Expos president Claude Brochu is threatening to sell the team unless a new downtown ballpark is built to accomodate the Expos. The team has had trouble keeping players because of low salaries, and fan loyalty has been poor. Premier Lucien Bouchard says public funding is unlikely.

Planning, Finance, Buildings and facilities, College sports, Stadiums, Montreal, Quebec, Baseball teams, Montreal Expos

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