Canadian Tax Reform Sparks Debate on BTT and Spending
The column argues a planned budget will cut personal tax rates but details a larger shift with the new Business Transfer Tax. It warns BTT will replace the manufacturers tax, raise prices on food clothing and services, and potentially inflate the economy while reducing federal spending incentives. The piece cites figures on debt and warns of regressive effects.
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