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Approval of 35k homes Tuesday will threaten Greenbelt, trigger devastating tax hike for Caledon residents
Caledon taxpayers want to know how they will be protected from the municipal property tax hikes that may be needed to pay for infrastructure costs
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Less infrastructure funding leaves municipalities with tough decisions
Under a new funding formula, Alberta municipalities are receiving less funding from the provincial government than they did in 2011, leading to potential tax hikes
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Debate continues over impact of next minimum wage increase
In Niverville, Manitoba, one chartered professional accountant gives his perspective on a minimum wage that has increased by nearly four dollars in two years
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Carbon rebate could bode well for businesses: advocate
Small businesses are pleased to see the carbon rebate being rolled out but are nervous about the repercussions of the capital gains tax changes
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Unpaid taxes by oil and gas companies remains a concern for rural municipalities
In recent years, the issue of oil and gas companies owing money to Alberta municipalities has become a significant concern, with millions in unpaid taxes
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