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You might be tempt- : ed to complete your return as * quickly as possible (or give the job Savings (McGraw-Hill, $15.95) Jacks said because tax reform — replacing many. former deduc- tions with credits — is still so new, people should review their recent retums for something they might have missed, “For example, in the past, only the student could claim tuition to somebody else), then heave a sigh of relief and forget about taxes until next year. , “But that’s the worst thing you can do if you want to keep your tax bill as low as possible,” says Eve- lyn Jacks, author of Jacks on Tax addition of lormer and future customers, John Manwell, general manager of Waneta Plaza Toyota, Is Pleased to announce the Steve Whittleton Steve's dedication ne “tommitment to ustomer satisfaction will be a benefit to Steve would like to extend a personal invitation to everyone to drop in or call him at 364-2588 to discuss their automotive needs. fees,” she said. “But since the 1988 tax year, if the student's income is so low that he or she pays no tax, then the tuition amount amount may be transferred to a supporting spouse, parent or grandparent-e— and that person can claim a credit within certain limits.” A 19-year-old may also file a tax return to claim the federal sales tax credit, another item which STEVE WHITTLETON WANETA PLAZA TOYOTA The one’and only #1 Toyota dealership in the West Kootenay WILLIES Across from Wanoeta Plaza, Trail 364-2588 Out of Town Call Collect Dealer Lic, No, 5605 A favourite! 1106 3rd St. by, DELI & DESSERTS >. 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VIL (ou) 352-6601 £ Castlegar Campus Box 1200 Castlegar, B.C. se VIN DST (604),365-7292 might have been missed. “You can go back up to three years from the date of your assess- ment notice and ask Revenue Canada to reassess your retum to include a missing claim,” So if the assessment notice for the 1987 tax ycar was June 13, 1988, you have. until June 13, 1991, to ask Revenue Canada to'go back to reassess the 1987 tax year, Note: your request must actually be in Revenue Canada's hands by the deadline date, so don’t leave this until the last minute. jacks said people should also plan ahead. “For example, RRSP contributions now are based on the previous year’s eamed income. So if you are. retired this year but worked last year, you will still be able to contribute to an RRSP for 1991 — based on your earned income in 1990.” Jacks said thousands of dollars in overpaid taxes are sent to Rev- enue Canada each year because taxpayers miss: payroll plan at work, . * Claiming medical expenses, including the premiums for private health plans, * Claiming a transfer of age, pension and disability amounts from one spouse to another or, for the education amount and tuition fees, from the student to a support- ing individual. « Reducing net incomes of indi- viduals with RRSP and other 14s, T5s, RRSP receipts and so on, Read through the tax guide to see if you need any other forms or schedules.” (2) If other family members are filing retums, start with the lowest income earner and work, up. Remember to transfer claims as allowed, to produce the lowest tax be bill for the family. For example, in some cases one spouse can declare the dividends received by the other Fi spouse, so more berefit can be derived from the dividend tax — credit. (3) Proofread the return(s) to make sure you haven’t missed any tax breaks, Check that all docu- mentation is attached and that both the return and some of the forms are signed as required. Photocopy deductions to (a) increase claims for child tax credits, federal sales If you ‘owe tax but don’t have the money, at least file your return by April 30 to avoid late filing ies. Contact Cana- able tax credits like medical dato arrange a payment schedule. If you decide to have somebody © Claiming child care paid to relatives 18 years or older. * Claiming up to 15 days of temporary accommodation expens- es while waiting to move into their new homes in a new city (because of a move to take up a new job). + Rolling over up to $6,000 of eligible. pension income to a spousal RRSP (through 1994). * Claiming carrying charges (interest) paid on a Canada Sav- ings Bond purchased through the cP and and (b) minimize the clawback of family allowances or old age secu- tity income. * Claiming the $300 exemption on ip income else and file your retum, Wednesday, April 17, 1991 The Castlegar Sun sovery é FRANK ISERNIA Sun staff writer) It has taken two years of care- ful planning and construction, but the Castleview Care Centre is now ‘ready to open its doors to the elderly needing special and long term care, This privately-owned new 61 bed intermediate care centre locat- ed at 2300 - 14th Avenue, invites . the public to tour their fully mod- em facility following a ribbon cut- ting ceremony slated i 1 :30 p.m. The centre will be open to the public until 5:p.m., then Teopen at 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the evening. Sitting on over seven acres of land that will be landscaped, the centre is 30,000 square feet and inch of the building bas been designed to create a bright homelike environment for its occupants, The centre features a central core skylight, a large sun-filled dining room, and a separate dining and sitting room that families may ‘Castleview Care their own reserve for special Castleview Care Centre also fea- tures a hospice room for the termi- «pally ill, a beauty parlour for visiting hairdressers and barbers, and a large formal lounge. Beautiful wood accents, indi- rect lighting, handrail lighting and lots of large windows bave been built into the centre to further enhance the facility. The centre is built to more than fulfill the acces- sibility expectations of the handi- capped. The facilities offered by the centre are all on one floor to make it easy for those confined to a wheelchair. The peach, rust, and seafoam green color scheme of the centre fully satisfy the needs of the physh cally handicapped: Every care has been made to meet the needs of the The “green” wing has been specifically developed as a self: ~ contained unit to provide spacious dining, activity and outside recre- ational area for special needs peo- opens . istrator, Dianne Ramage said that funding is a problem for the facility at this time, i ee ae our large waiting list, facility will open with only 36 government-funded beds,” she the Kootenay bealth Unit, Without or The centre is equipped 3 ‘with a nurse call system located throu; out the facility for resident emer- gencies and assistance. All exit doors are equipped with wander alarms to prevent residents from accidently leaving the building and getting lost or burt. Cc. ‘ to add an warmth while also assisting the residents in being able to identify and find their way around the cen- tre. The building has three separate wings sutrounding a common 'core area. has been skillfully and especially of Each wing has approximately . 20 resident rooms, designed for single occupancy and features look for an i or with the specialized qualifications and expertise you need, as well as Es a good -Jacks suggests three separate sessions to prepare to file your tax retum (save this list for next year if you have already done your 1990 Tetum.). : (1) Gather the information you will need for your return (and other family members’ returns). Collect Make sure the tax preparer offers a year—'round service, in case Revenue Canada challenges hing, asks for more infc tion, decides to audit you, etc. Ask Ed about both services and costs, and get an estimate, Ask what happens if the preparer makes a mistake. 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Most of the funds raised remain in the com- sfnunity.while a portion goes to the. “Canadian.Scout Brotherhood #und. “to assist ‘Scouts in deyeloping*and Third World Countries run self- help programs which are adapted to local needs and conditions. The fund has scen its contribu- tion tum into literacy programs for FER THLIZERS Vigoro 29-3-6 covers 475 m? (5000 sq. ft.) 9 kg. the illiterate, reforestation on the edges of the Sahara, developed fish farms, and learned trades for the unskilled. The funds are raised through pledges for trees planted. In most ;,communities, only one;contact will --be made-at:each household which “translates ‘into ‘a reasonable | pledge for each householder. The Scouts have planted over 38 million trees, that will reach maturi- ty by the time these Scouts have children of their own. Turf or Seed Starter 15-30-10 one bag covers 625 nF (6725 sq. ft.) Golf Green Lawn Food Tree and Hedge Feeder 18-4-6 Lawn 20-4-10 one bag covers 400 nf (4300 sq. ft) -15-19 Vegetabie 10 20-3-4 wo. ssassoseesoecore 10 kg. Natural, Organic Fertilizer 5-2-4 ideal for flowers, vegetables, ornamental shrubs, trees & indoor house plants ... Elephant Brand 21-0-0. Organic Fish Fertilizer 1 galton ......... Ue dbeeatasastndih PEAT NADSS 4.00. tt. ccc pide, Satan DOLOMITE LEME 20k... LANDSCAPE WHITE ROCK 20 kc. tt. ... LARGE SELECTION OF Fruit Trees ¢ Rose Bushes © Small Fruit Trees CHANG'S Nursery & Florist. 2601 - 9th Avenue . ; Castlegar _ OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK « 385-7312 SUN STAFF PHOTO / Nancy Uingley Special chair is designed to restrain Alzhiemer's victims without undue stress. Care Centre admin- funding, one complete wing and four rooms will have to remain closed. “People coming to the opening will certainly be more ‘then impressed with the beauty and the detail that bas gone into the con- struction of the centre and of the effort and commitment taken to make the centre accessible to SUN STAFF PHOTO /Naney Ungley CONGRATULATIONS Castleview Care Centre We were pleased to frame your prints. jar Sun Best wishes to the ' Castleview Care Centre Congratulations Castleview Care Centre on your Grand Spenne “Grand Forks _ 442-3417 ——— DALOR GLASS Letting the Sun Shine in to CASTLEVIEW CARE CENTRE Best Wishes from DALORB GLASS 180 - 48 Industrial Ave. Penticton, B.C. 493-1518 1700Woodland Drive V1iN 3N8 MARTECH ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS QLAMITED THE POWER BEHIND THE PROJECT “PROUD PARTICIPANT IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE” CASTLEVIEW CARE CENTRE Box 3403, Castlegar, B.C. Castlegar 265-2115 Nelson 352-5422 Fax 365-2102 Ultra modern lift for bathtub serves two purposes, It pro- vides safe and easy access to bathtub for wheelchair- bound residents. As well, the lift is a scale that weighs the passenger on the way to the bath. 2173 Columbia Ave. Castiegar, B.C. VIN 2W9 phone & fax (604) 365-8289 ~ Diane & staff Congratulations on one of the finest facilities in Castlegar “We were pleased to supply the interior signage” Karen & Terry Hughes "One - stop" flooring center BEST WISHES TO THE STAFF & RESIDENTS OF CASTLEVIEW CARE CENTRE 365-2265 Morrison © Painting & Insulation CONTRACTORS FOR THE PAINTING AND INSULATION OF CASTLEVIEW CARE CENTRE BEST WISHES Duncan Monison 365-5255 650 - Sth Ave., Castlegar, B.C. 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