Lunenburg officials cut the ribbon on a new outdoor space for seniors at the Adult Activity Center at the Eagle House. The project, which involved upgrades for active and passive relaxation, only began this past June and was finished in time for an official opening on Oct. 11.
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The retirement income of most retired seniors is comprised mainly of pension and/or investment income, and has been virtually unaffected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many retired seniors do not really have a financial need for the provincial government’s tax-free recovery benefit of between $10 and $1,000. If your family net income in 2019 was $125,000 or less, you get the full $1,000. From $125,000 to $175,000, it is gradually reduced.
At first glance, I had no intention to apply for this benefit. But I did apply, and I am encouraging all seniors (and anyone else for that matter) who qualify but do not need the money to do the same. This a rare opportunity to have absolute control over how your tax dollars are spent. Simply take your benefit, whatever the amount, and donate it to a charitable cause that helps people in need in your community, preferably one with low or no administrative costs. Your local food bank and school food programs are good examples.