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Taxes and tax cuts

Don't blame the feds

The fiscal imbalance is largely a problem imposed by the provinces on themselves through destructive tax competition

Next week, the 13 premiers and territorial leaders will meet in
St. John's, N.L., with fiscal issues dominating the agenda. It is not going to be pretty.

Studies and background work over the past few months have drawn the fault lines between the provinces with stark clarity. Every provincial and territorial leader knows down to the last dollar which combination of options is of greatest benefit to his province or territory.

The Art of the Impossible

Fiscal Federalism and Fiscal Balance in Canada

Reports & Studies
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Tax Cuts and the "Fiscal Imbalance"

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April 2006: Taxing Our Credulity

Mad about paying taxes? OK, but is your anger well-directed?

The Monitor

What would they cut to pay for a tax cut in Nova Scotia?

Commentary and Fact Sheets

FastFacts: The High Cost of Tax Cuts

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