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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1980-08-07, Page 511111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111it,..LILA YIUlu11111, Jac'sJ oo ingit Charges aid seniors By JACK RIDDELL MPP Huron -Middlesex You will recall that when the Provincial Budget "was brought down on April 22, it included some new initiatives of interest to senior citizens. For older people living in their own homes, rapidly rising property taxes are proving to be a serious problem. Prior to this year's budget, senior citizens were able to claim Ontario Property, Sales and Pen- sioner Tax Credits on income tax returns. For people under 65, these tax credits are to be replaced by the new Property and Sales Tax Grants, which for 1980will be paid in the fall of this year. These grants will be paid each year to Ontario residents 65 years of age or older who pay property tax or rent for their principal residence. Only one grant will be paid to a married couple, whether one or both spouses are 65 years of age or older. In the same way, only one grant will be paid to unmarried senior citizens who share accommodation. People in the eligible age bracket who reside in homes for the aged, nursing homes or other such institutions will not qualify to receive this grant. Under the new system, the Property Tax Grant will be equal to occupancy cost or $500, whichever is less. For those who rent living accommodation, occupancy cost is 20 per cent of the rent. For homeowners, oc- cupancy cost is equivalant to property tax. The maximum grant is $500 per residential unit. If more than one eligible senior or senior couple reside in the same residential unit as their principal residence, the grant will be apportioned according to rent or property tax paid. When non -eligible persons reside in the same principal residence, rent or property tax must 'be apportioned according to amounts paid. Application forms for the grants will be mailed by the Ministry of Revenue to all recipients of the Old Age Security pension in late August. These application forms will also be available to other Ontario senior citizens who rent or own their homes. WE'RE READY ABLE, AND MORE THAN WILLING HIRE A STUDENT 235-17,11 Condo Employment Centre for Students Grants will be paid upon receipt of completed ap- plications by the Ministry of Revenue. Senior citizens are asked to complete the ap- plications carefully and thoroughly to ensure that applications can be processed quickly and the grant issued with the minimum of delay. Beginning in 1981, and for all subsequent years, senior citizens who were eligible in the previous year and continue to be eligible will automatically receive one half of their previous year's entitlement in the spring. NO application will be required for this instalment. In the fall, application forms will be sent to senior citizens for the final instalment of their grant. Senior citizens who rent accommodation will be required to submit receipts with their applications. Bearing this in mind, those who rent should lose no time in making arrangements to obtain such receipts from their landlords. Homeowners will .not be required to provide receipts for property tax payments because eligibility can be verified through property tax records. In addition to the property tax or occupancy cost grant, every senior citizen will be entitled to a $50 Sales Tax Grant. Those people who receive Old Age Security will not be required to submit an application. Cheques for 1980 will be issued automatically in September. Those senior citizens who do not receive Old Age Security for one reason or another should contact the Information Centre of the Ministry of Revenue after September 1st for details on securing receipt of the grant. Some important facts should be borne in mind. The Pensioner Tax Credit which was previously claimed under the Ontario Tax Credit System is repealed. For 1980 and subsequent years, senior citizens will not be entitled to claim Ontario Property and $ales Tax Credits. A person whose spouse is 65 years of age or older cannot claim an Ontario Property Tax Credit. However, if this person is not yet 65 years of age, he or she may still claim an Ontario Sales Tax Credit if otherwise eligible. Senior citizens may still, of course, claim an Ontario Political Contribution Tax Credit thtough e Income tax system. Don't forget . that senior citizens who do not have occupancy costs are still eligible for the $50 Sales Tax Grant. In the very near future, program information will be mailed to . each Old Age Security pensioner in the province. Those senior citizens who do not receive Old Age Security are en- couraged to contact the Ministry of Revenue's Information Centre for details, at the following address: Ministry of Revenue, •Guaranteed Income and Tax Credit Branch, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario, M7A 2G1, or telephone the Ministry's multilingual Information Centre free of charge: Metro Toronto - 965-8470. Area Code 807 - ask the Operator for Zenith 8-2000. All other areas - 1-800-268-7121. Don't hesitate to contact me if I can be of further assistance. Citizens News, August 7, 1980 MR. AND MRS. MICHEAL JANYU Carol Anne Cyr and Micheal Nicholas Janyu were united in marriage at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church on May 17, with Rev. Fr. J. Bensette officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lionel Cyr, Dashwood, and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Micheal Janyu of Wallaceburg. The matron of honour was Marilyn Regier, friend of the bride. The best man was Rene Sauve, friend of the groom. Bridesmaids were Dianne Cyr and Marta Janyu. Groomsmen were Tom MacRea and Gerard Cyr. Guests were ushered by David Cyr and Jerome Durand. After a honeymoon to the Poconos, the couple are residing in Sarnia. TOP MEMBER — The top member of the dairy division of the Zurich 4-H calf club was Gerald Groot. Gerald received his trophy from 4-H leader Ray Rasenburg recently.Staff photo REST HOME ADDITION GOING UP — Workmen from Tondo Construction of London have begun construction of the 10 apartment addition to the east wing of the Blue Water Rest Home. Home administrator Joe Risi says he's hopeful the addition can be completed by December. Cost of the project is $318,000. Staff photo Successful Executives know, a meeting can be more productive in the right atmosphere, Benmiller Inn WELCOMES YOU! Get away from it all for a change. Isolate your people in our resort complex. Comprehensive meeting facilities for groups of up to 30 including meals, refreshments, recreational facilities and overnight accommodations, if required. A very productive atmosphere for your gathering. Call for details on a package designed to your specifications 524-2191 M R. AND MRS. PHILIP ERB Laurie Jayne Heimrich, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Heimrich, Zurich and Philip Frederick Erb, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Erb RR 2 Zurich were married on July 19 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Zurich. Pastor Jack Dressler and Pastor Clayton Kuepfer officiated. Music was provided by Miss Elaine Westlake, and organist was Mrs. Audrey Haberer. The bride was attended by her Matron of Honour, Christine Eagleson. Bridesmaids Debbie Runnals and Carol Erb. Junior bridesmaid was Karren Stevenson. The flower girls were Jodi Erb and Michelle Steckle. Best man was Mr. Charles Erb. Guests were ushered by Mr. Mark Heimrich and Mr. David Heimrich. 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