CANADA ENERGY MINISTER TO MAKE STATEMENT
Canadian Energy Minister Marcel Masse
will hold a news conference at noon est Wednesday, following a
meeting with his Alberta counterpart, Neil Webber, his office
announced.
    Published reports in Canada, quoting government sources,
said Masse will announce a major aid package for the province's
struggling energy industry.
    An unidentified Alberta member of Parliament said the plan
will include drilling incentives and tax measures.
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