Tag Archives: Taxes

Taxing Donations

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Karyn Climans

Here’s another case of ridiculous taxation policy: I was just informed by the Ontario Ministry of Revenue that I have to charge PST (provincial sales tax) on every Tail Wags product donation. In other words, every time I donate a … Continue reading →

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Big Government vs Big Society

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Karyn Climans

Should residents be more responsible for their own communities? For example, should the clean up of local city streets and parks be the duty of residents? Should neighbours collectively assume the obligation of clearing snowy driveways and sidewalks for elderly … Continue reading →

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Stop Taxing Us To Death

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Karyn Climans

Can someone please explain how the HST is supposed to be helping my small business? Do you ever feel you’ve been had? The Ontario Government spent months claiming that, “Small Businesses Will Get Big Boost From HST”. In fact, John … Continue reading →

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