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The Liberals are insisting they can reverse their slumping poll numbers, as MPs gather for the last day of strategy planning ahead of Parliament’s return next week. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits the construction site of an affordable housing project in London, Ont., Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nicole Osborne

Ottawa to remove GST on new rental housing, ask grocers to stabilize prices: PM

Industry Minister plans to ask Canada’s 5 largest grocery companies to come up with plan by Thanksgiving

 

B.C. Seniors Advocate Isobel Mackenzie has been encouraging seniors to consider using the deferral program, saying it can provide “meaningful cost relief.” (Trevor Crawley/Black Press)

B.C. seniors advocate urges those eligible to defer 2023 property taxes

The province is encouraging residents 55+ to use its deferral program amid rising living costs

 

Salmon Arm Economic Development Society’s Lana Fitt and Caitlin Thompson address Salmon Arm council regarding the MRDT (Municipal Regional District Tax) program in November 2022. Their 2022 MRDT Annual Performance Report was discussed at council’s May 23, 2023 meeting. (Observer file photo)

‘Best thing we ever did:’ Salmon Arm councillor thrilled with hotel tax program

Municipal & Regional District Tax Program is an up-to 3 per cent tax on short-term accommodation

 

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Inflation and rapid growth pushing up Kelowna’s transportation costs

$310 million has been budgeted for transportation in the city’s 10-year capital plan

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PSAC workers and supporters picket outside the Canada Revenue Agency office in Sudbury, Ont. on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. There are calls to extend this year’s tax deadline amid a federal public service strike that some fear is making it hard for some people to file on time. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Gino Donato

Petition calls for tax deadline extension amid federal worker strike

Job action has reduced staff for a Canada Revenue Agency help line

PSAC workers and supporters picket outside the Canada Revenue Agency office in Sudbury, Ont. on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. There are calls to extend this year’s tax deadline amid a federal public service strike that some fear is making it hard for some people to file on time. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Gino Donato
In this file photo, BC Premier David Eby speaks during a press conference in Vancouver on March 14, 2023. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Rich Lam)

Cash influx incoming: B.C. affordability credit to soon be sent to 85% of British Columbians

Individuals can receive up to $164 and $41 per child, while a family of four could get $410

In this file photo, BC Premier David Eby speaks during a press conference in Vancouver on March 14, 2023. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Rich Lam)
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is urging consumers to remain vigilant against scammers posing as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) attempting to trick people into identity theft and, in extreme cases, taking control of bank accounts. (Better Business Bureau handout photo)

B.C. college student loses $2,800 in federal tax scam, sparking warning from BBB

Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to be vigilant against scammers posing as the Canada Revenue Agency

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is urging consumers to remain vigilant against scammers posing as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) attempting to trick people into identity theft and, in extreme cases, taking control of bank accounts. (Better Business Bureau handout photo)
The income tax filing deadline is approaching. Income tax is one of several taxes paid by Canadians. (Black Press file photo)

QUIZ: Are you ready to file your taxes?

The income tax deadline is approaching. How much do you know about taxation?

The income tax filing deadline is approaching. Income tax is one of several taxes paid by Canadians. (Black Press file photo)
A sign outside the Canada Revenue Agency is seen Monday May 10, 2021 in Ottawa. The Canada Revenue Agency will pilot a new automatic tax filing system next year to help vulnerable Canadians who don’t file their taxes get the benefits to which they’re entitled. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

As Canadians miss out on benefits, Ottawa promises automatic tax filing is on the way

As some vulnerable Canadians who don’t file their taxes miss out on…

A sign outside the Canada Revenue Agency is seen Monday May 10, 2021 in Ottawa. The Canada Revenue Agency will pilot a new automatic tax filing system next year to help vulnerable Canadians who don’t file their taxes get the benefits to which they’re entitled. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
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Mormon church fined $5M for obscuring size of portfolio

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its investment arm…

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A sign outside the Canada Revenue Agency is seen Monday May 10, 2021 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Here’s what you need to know to get a head start on filing your 2022 taxes

Canada Revenue Agency says 92 per cent of Canadians filed online last year.

A sign outside the Canada Revenue Agency is seen Monday May 10, 2021 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
The Canada Revenue Agency website is shown in this Wednesday April 17, 2019 image. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Doug Ives

Filing taxes for the first time? Here’s what you need to know

Start early so you can get all your documents together before the filing deadline

The Canada Revenue Agency website is shown in this Wednesday April 17, 2019 image. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Doug Ives
Ottawa husband-and-wife duo Fletcher Gailey-Snell and Ashley Faragher, shown in a handout photo, have turned Fletcher’s nature illustrations into a thriving side hustle, selling apparel, wall art, greeting cards and more. With gig work, freelancing and self-employment becoming an increasingly common way for Canadians to earn extra income, experts say be aware of the tax implications of starting a side hustle. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Fletch Robbins

Started a side hustle? Seek expert advice to avoid tax season headaches

Taking time to consult a professional can help you access benefits

Ottawa husband-and-wife duo Fletcher Gailey-Snell and Ashley Faragher, shown in a handout photo, have turned Fletcher’s nature illustrations into a thriving side hustle, selling apparel, wall art, greeting cards and more. With gig work, freelancing and self-employment becoming an increasingly common way for Canadians to earn extra income, experts say be aware of the tax implications of starting a side hustle. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Fletch Robbins
Vancouver will start charging a new hotel tax to help cover the costs of hosting the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. (Ryan Adams/Wikimedia Commons)

7-year-long Vancouver hotel tax to start in February to help pay for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Provincial statement suggests tax would be in place until 2030, so four years after tournament

Vancouver will start charging a new hotel tax to help cover the costs of hosting the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. (Ryan Adams/Wikimedia Commons)
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) headquarters Connaught Building is pictured in Ottawa on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has filed an unfair labour practices complaint against the union representing taxation employees, claiming it is not bargaining in good faith. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

CRA files labour complaint against union amid bargaining impasse ahead of tax season

Union’s move toward strike position would affect the tax filing season, revenue agency says

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) headquarters Connaught Building is pictured in Ottawa on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has filed an unfair labour practices complaint against the union representing taxation employees, claiming it is not bargaining in good faith. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
The survey was conducted by Ipsos between Oct. 27 to Nov. 16, with 700 surveys completed. (Black Press file photo)

Quality of life nearly 100% for rural areas of Central Okanagan: Survey

Survey finds 94 per cent of residents asked reported a good quality of life

The survey was conducted by Ipsos between Oct. 27 to Nov. 16, with 700 surveys completed. (Black Press file photo)
The Kelowna housing market went up 14 per cent according to the 2023 BC Assessment (@khzny/Twitter)

EDITORIAL: Property tax rates separate from latest assessments

Local governments in British Columbia have not yet completed their budgets for 2023

  • Jan 10, 2023
The Kelowna housing market went up 14 per cent according to the 2023 BC Assessment (@khzny/Twitter)
The various communities and electoral areas within the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen will each have a different share of the 2023 budget. The budget for the coming year was given first reading on Jan. 5. (Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen image)

Property taxes forecast to increase in Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

Tax requisition up 8.29% in draft budget document

The various communities and electoral areas within the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen will each have a different share of the 2023 budget. The budget for the coming year was given first reading on Jan. 5. (Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen image)
Lawyer Judith Charbonneau. Lia Crowe photographer

Rising to the challenge

Whether it’s tax law or a marathon, Judith Charbonneau Kaplan is up to the task

  • Nov 18, 2022
Lawyer Judith Charbonneau. Lia Crowe photographer
St. John’s Lutheran Church in Summerland is one of three churches in Summerland granted a permissive tax exemption. (Summerland Review file photo)

Summerland churches, trout hatchery given permissive tax exemption for 4 years

Trout hatchery and three churches affected by amendments

St. John’s Lutheran Church in Summerland is one of three churches in Summerland granted a permissive tax exemption. (Summerland Review file photo)