TEI Files Supplemental Comments on Implementation of Ontario's Harmonized Sales Tax
On September 8, 2009, TEI filed supplemental comments on issues relating to the implementation of a harmonized sales tax in the Province of Ontario. This letter supplements TEI's August 24, 2009 comments on implementation issues relating to the adoption of a harmonized Ontario value-added tax, addressing issues relating to financial institutions, residential care facilities, and tax-included pricing. A meeting with Ontario's Ministry of Finance is scheduled for October 16, 2009.
TEI Submits Pre-Budget Recommendations to Canada's Standing Committee on Finance
On August 10, 2009, Tax Executives Institute submitted written recommendations to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance in connection with the Committee's Fall 2009 Pre-Budget Consultations and requested the opportunity to appear before the Standing Committee. TEI's recommendations are designed to foster economic growth and job creation, promote a favourable business environment for investments in Canada, and ensure a high level of innovation and productivity.