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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 27, 1981
Page
1
The piece discusses Ottawa's review of capital gains tax rules including a possible tax on gains from selling a principal residence. It notes that current exemptions boost home ownership profits and fuel price rises while deficits loom, with experts arguing taxation could curb speculation and shift investment toward other sectors.
A discussion notes that capital gains tax on small business sales alongside housing tax exemptions could curb wealth growth for investors while home ownership remains a key inflation hedge. A recent survey shows 81 percent of a 59 000 member group supports keeping the home owner exemption, signaling political obstacles for Ottawa.
The Chamber budget article notes a flower box plan and flower choices. Organizations have been contacted again by phone to secure commitments for a community sign. A new sign location at the corner of Highways 83 and 5 is under review with Department of Highways officials. The sign artist awaits instructions to paint 24 by 30 signs for the Route 83 convention in August.
The Roblin Chamber discusses scheduling meetings on the third Wednesday and adding them to the Lions Club calendar. HAS reports 94 students enrolled with more expected and future job projects planned. The chamber faces funding limits, parade volunteer shortages, and push for broader Manitoba Chamber participation. a related aviation case ends with dismissal due to lack of boggy creek log evidence.
On a hot dry summer Sunday, the Collard van traveled at regulated speed on a straight road. Witnesses described ideal driving weather and good road conditions as the Popoff car swerved and struck the van. Joanne Pearton and Kimberly Ungrin testified about seeing the crash and assisting the drivers.
Witnesses testified at Roblin Provincial Court that a collision on Highway 83 involved a van and a car. The accused Popoff faced a careless driving charge. judge fined him 75 dollars plus costs and suspended his Manitoba license for one year. Another case saw Louis Amyotte receive a three month conditional discharge for theft of a truck topper after his guilty plea.
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