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What does the "Harmonized Sales Tax" mean to you?

Effective July 1, 2010 the provincial government will institute a "Harmonized Sales Tax" that will have dramatic effects on the cost of numerous items. This new tax will raise the cost of a long list of goods and services not previously subject to the provincial sales tax, including:

 Electricity, home heating oil and gas at the pump
 Haircuts, newspapers and magazines, internet and cable
 Home renovations, heating & air conditioning repairs
 Accounting, legal & real estate fees
 Condo fees and new home sales; rents will also go up
 Minor hockey registration fees will increase, green fees and gym fees will also be taxed



What effect will this have on user groups in St. George?

 An 8% increase, or in the case of St. George Minor Hockey, an additional $9 200 in ice rental fees, $1000 for player insurance as well as increases to other expenses.



St. George Minor Hockey is doing everything possible to keep fees at current levels. THIS INCREASE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE as it will likely have to be passed on to our membership through increased fees.



Ontario Tory Leader Tim Hudak visited Brantford to discuss the "Harmonized Sales Tax" with local groups. He calls it a "tax grab", while local sports organizations are concerned that fees will have to increase.



Many municipalities have joined together to pressure the government to revise its plan based on how it will affect user groups. Most of the user groups are youth based. To date, there have been no revisions.


For more information visit www.daltonsalestax.com

SGMH Annual General Meeting

MONDAY MARCH 29, 2010 at 7:30PM
LOCATION: COMMUNITY ROOM, ST. GEORGE ARENA
POSITIONS FOR ELECTION THIS YEAR:
-PRESIDENT- 2 YEAR TERM
-2 VICE PRESIDENTS – 2 YEAR TERM
-TREASURER – 2 YEAR TERM

St. George Minor Hockey runs on the efforts of volunteers. We are continually searching for individuals who wish to take an active role to make this sport more enjoyable for their children and others.

If you have interests in a specific area (administration, bookkeeping, fundraising) or just want to become involved please feel free to contact myself or any member of the current executive with questions and plan to attend the AGM.

Jeff Kerr
President, St. George Minor Hockey
sgmh.president@bell.net

Parents Passess

As the regular season comes to an end for our various leagues and playoffs begin, please remember that your Parent Passes will no longer be valid for playoff games. Please mindful of this as you enter the arena for games.

SGMH Executive

Home of the St. George Generals

On behalf of St George Minor Hockey I want everyone to know, and to THANK the following who have made the new “Home of St George Generals” sign a reality.

Mr. Tony Henrique, Brooks Sign
Donated a used sign and refurbished it. (new value $3500)

Mr. Rod Leppard, Savory Electric
Donated his time to prepare the electrical wiring for the new sign.

St George Old Lions Hockey Team
Donated the money for the installation of the new sign.

- Jeff Kerr

Donation

On Saturday September 26th, St. George Minor Hockey was the beneficiary of a gracious donation. The St. George Old Draggins and St. George Olde Lions Golf Tournament was held at the Oaks of St. George. St. George Minor Hockey was the greatful recipient of a $1000 donation by these teams. On behalf of St. George Minor Hockey I would personally like to thank the members of these teams and those who supported through their participation in the tournament.

Jeff Kerr
President, St. George Minor Hockey



Players are left to right;
Paul Smith Olde Draggins
Tom Taylor Olde Draggins
Jeff Kerr St. George Minor Hockey
Trevor McLean, Olde Draggins
Brad Wilson Old Lions

Attention High School Students

Attention all high school students looking for Community Service Hours. We can provide a variety of opportunities:

IP/ Novice or Atom on ice help
Gatekeeping
Timekeeping
Tournamenents