Thu, December 12, 2024

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The National Business Review

Government decides to start from scratch with the Holidays Act

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: NewsChannel 9 - KTSM

G7 to meet on Syria as new government pledges 'rule of law'

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: NewsChannel 9 - KTSM

What is 'sportswashing,' and what acts does it launder?

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The Daily Star

Nahid's remarks anti-politics

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Sydney Morning Herald

Why is everyone talking about nuclear energy?

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: WAtoday

Zempilas to face teal challenge in Churchlands from Stirling councillor

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: ABC

Mayor Eric Adams meets with Trump border czar to talk NYC's role in new immigration policy

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The Globe and Mail

Conservatives accuse Trudeau of scapegoating Freeland as he courts Carney for government

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The New Zealand Herald

Three roads to be tolled, Government reveals toll rates

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The New Zealand Herald

The winners and losers of local politics - On the Tiles: Local Edition

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The New York Times

Under Trump, Voice of America Journalists Fear Politicization

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Sydney Morning Herald

Dutton reveals nuclear energy costs and a crucial election battleground

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: ITV

Labour's key targets for growth and living standa .. s, plus the prospects for the assisted dying bill

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Charlotte Observer

Stein and Cooper sue NC Republicans over changes to State Highway Patrol in powers bill

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: BBC

FMQs: Swinney quizzed on teacher numbers and non-fatal strangulation law

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: NBC News

Trump Cabinet picks soften past statements amid Senate scrutiny, while others plunge ahead

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: WPRI 12

Life Science Hub names first president and CEO

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: CBS News

Senate Democrats want communications between Bori .. Epshteyn and potential Trump appointees disclosed

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Los Angeles Times

Column: Amid the chaos of Syria, an American family seeks to bring a missing son home

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The New York Times

China Pledges More Stimulus to Shore Up Flagging Economy

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Wired

TikTok's Future in the US Is Unclear. We Check Back in With the Billionaire Who Wants to Save It

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: WTHR

Mike Braun's journey to the governor's office

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: FOX59 News

Youngkin to draft sanctuary city ban, making state funding contingent on ICE cooperation

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Sydney Morning Herald

Migrant arrivals are finally dropping. But departures are still a big issue

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Castanet

GST break and $250 Working Canadians Rebate 'fiscally unwise'

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The Independent

White House sees 'no evidence' of threat from dro .. d says 'many' sightings were of 'manned aircraft'

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Rolling Stone

'It'll Be Brutal': Inside Trump's Planned War on Leakers and the Press

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The Irish Times

Labour's government dilemma resolved by the tyranny of the numbers

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: USA Today

Louisville Metro Police and Justice Department agree on civil rights plan

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Yahoo

FA cannot champion gay rights one week and back a Saudi World Cup the next

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Irish Daily Mirror

Social Democrats to engage in 'focused' Government formation talks

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Sydney Morning Herald

Teals stole Liberal seats. Now Dutton's surge could steal them back

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: USA Today

Sen. Marsha Blackburn introduces DOGE Acts aimed at federal spending, workforce

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Newsroom

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[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The New York Times

Seismic Political Shifts Are Likely to Continue

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: THE WEEK

South Korean president vows to fight removal

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The New York Times

How U.S. Firms Battled a Government Crackdown to Keep Tech Sales to China

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Toronto Star

Trudeau government unveils 'achievable' new target to cut greenhouse gas emissions

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Daily Express

Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are on a mission to make every statement meaningless

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Toronto Star

Doug Ford to crack down on homeless encampments with tougher trespassing laws and more funding

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

St. Paul City Council passes budget but Mayor Mel .. ts critical necessities including police and fire

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

8th Pay Commission: Central Government Employees Demand Early Formation

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

Trump tariffs: Mexico and Canada weigh likely fallout of new threats

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

Meloni fantastic leader and person says Trump

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

President Biden Commutes Nearly 1,500 Sentences and Grants 39 Pardons

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

President Joe Biden commutes nearly 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

How the Ford government in Ontario plans to escalate trade war with the U.S.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

Biden Issues Record-Breaking Wave of Commutations and Pardons

GST break and $250 Working Canadians Rebate 'fiscally unwise'

We are just days away from Dec. 14, the day when the Liberal government's temporary expansion of select GST-exempt items is scheduled to take effect.

The article from Castanet discusses the Canadian federal government's decision to implement a GST break and a $250 "Working Canadians Rebate" as part of its economic strategy. Critics argue that these measures are fiscally imprudent. The GST break, which temporarily reduces the GST by 2%, is seen as a short-term relief that does not address underlying economic issues and could lead to increased deficits. Similarly, the $250 rebate, aimed at providing direct financial support to working Canadians, is criticized for its minimal impact on individual finances and for potentially encouraging a culture of dependency on government handouts rather than fostering sustainable economic growth. The article suggests that these policies might be more about political optics than sound economic planning, potentially leading to long-term fiscal challenges for Canada.

Read the Full Castanet Article at:
https://www.castanet.net/news/Dan-in-Ottawa/522249/GST-break-and-250-Working-Canadians-Rebate-fiscally-unwise-