Colle seeking speculation tax to curb ‘out-of-control’ housing prices
Egliinton-Lawrence councillor Mike Colle is seeking support for a provincial tax on speculation in the housing market.
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taxes
Taxing times
his may be a sensitive time of year to raise this topic — but it may also be the most appropriate time. We’re all about to file our income taxes, which can be stressful for some of us, just an unpleasant chore for others.
Read moreFamilies with children to benefit from new measures
While the global economy remains fragile, Canada’s economy is resilient and in a stronger position than most other industrialized countries. As we return to a budgetary surplus this year, our government will put more money in the pockets of hard-working Canadians.
Read moreCITY VIEW: Certainly, outrageous taxation can be death to enterprise
It’s been said that the only certainties in life are taxes and death.
Read moreWhy we need new cash for transit
Minister Eric Hoskins explains the case for dedicated funding streams
Read moreHow can we pay for it?
Options for sustainable revenue for transit expansion and operation discussed at town hall meeting
Read moreTax discrepancy may force charity to close
Canada Revenue Agency says Creative Spirit Art Centre owes almost $7,500
Read moreReduced rent coming for some
Drop in property taxes has domino effect for renters
Read moreRep has months to save zoo
High Park facility could face closure if Doucette fails to find funding
Read moreIn the end you get what you pay for
Penny wise and pound foolish is an expression I remember from my youth. Lately, that phrase keeps popping into my
Read moreTough budget work begins now
The City’s budget for 2011 has now been approved. As challenging the work on that project was, the work that
Read moreStrategic investments can help our economy
During January and February, I hosted several coffee and conversation gatherings, and I met with small business owners operating in
Read moreCar tax gone as of January
Killing the fee will cost city $64 million
Read moreExecutive votes to kill vehicle tax
Change will cost the city $64 million in lost revenue and refunds
Read moreHST tour stops at the Town Crier
Ontario’s minister of revenue John Wilkinson stopped by the Town Crier offices on March 1 as part of a province-wide tour with all of the gusto of any serious political campaign.
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