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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 20, 1982
Page
1
The article argues Allan MacEachen and a six member economist group push a new tax on homeowner benefits, claiming a $4.5 billion loss from non taxed owner benefits while noting plans to tax employer paid health plan premiums. It predicts higher earners may gain while others lose.
The author critiques a proposed homeowners tax arguing Ottawa would assign a $400 monthly accommodation value as a taxable benefit. At 30 percent tax, the homeowner would face about $1,440 yearly extra. The piece questions the Finance Minister's own tax practices and calls for fairness.
In Saskatoon Dr Allan Earl cites assurances from Japan Oilseed Processors Association and Japan Oil and Fat Importers and Exporters Association that Japan will buy at least one million tonnes of Canadian canola if supplies stay steady. They urge Prairie farmers to boost 1982 canola production amid tight seed stocks since 1981.
The office is staffed entirely by women, led by Terry Quadri, a temporary employment counsellor. The agency provides short term office staff to companies and governments, placing workers with specific skills on tight deadlines. Terry relies on former workers and ads to fill roles and notes strong competition among 60 rival agencies. She herself began as a temporary worker before moving into management.
The Ukrainian Women's Association Roblin Branch held its annual meeting on December 13 with 17 members present. Rev Bohdan Demczuk opened with a prayer and a moment of silence honored deceased members. President A Horbay led the session and the executive presented the annual report.
The Canadian Wheat Board announces immediate quota increases for rye flaxseed and rapeseed. Rye rises to 640 kilograms per quota acre, flaxseed to 380 kilograms, and rapeseed to 230 kilograms for country elevators. rapeseed to crushers increases to 950 kilograms per quota acre.
Greg notes leases can be written off entirely avoiding large capital outlays. Mazurs say locals are happy with Roblin with friendly people and excellent cooperation.
Frank Watters explains how retailers set prices from cost to selling price. He outlines dollar and percent markups, margins, and the goal of achieving a viable profit while covering costs.
Overheard remarks in the St. Regis Hotel lobby mock a hunch as misfortune and note a 28 year pattern of obsession with Tory leaders. The quote questions why Trudeau is not targeted as well, attributed to Douglas Fisher.
The R M plans a new bridge on Provincial Route 591 to replace the narrow existing structure amid complaints. Council approves a tentative operating budget and new equipment rates with Grader 20 dollars per hour Cat 30 dollars per hour. A February 3 1982 Municipal Board hearing in Winnipeg will address land annexation by the old lagoon for Roblin. Fees rise for variation orders to 20 dollars and rezoning applications to 200 dollars.
Mayor Boguski commended Sgt. McRae and staff for active community involvement. He said constables provide chances for residents to meet them in casual settings, strengthening relationships across Roblin.
ALERT tests led to four temporary drivers licenses suspended. Two hit and run investigations remain open. Six individuals charged with highway traffic offences. Three motor vehicle accidents caused over 300 dollars in damage.
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