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44th Parl. 1st Sess.
March 20, 2023 11:00AM
  • Mar/20/23 2:58:16 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, after eight years of the Liberal Prime Minister, he is now imposing the biggest tax increase ever on April 1 on beer, wine, cider and spirits, a crushing 6.3% tax increase. These cost increases will trickle down to restaurants, retailers and, ultimately, Canadian consumers. In itself, it will continue to perpetuate increasing inflation. Will the Prime Minister cancel this April 1 tax increase on Canadians?
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  • Mar/20/23 2:59:22 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I have four microbreweries, a distillery and a number of bars and restaurants in my riding. Each of them has condemned the excise tax increase on their products. Since the government came into power eight years ago, life has never been so hard for people across the country. Now the government is doubling down to yet again fill its coffers on the backs of Canadians and Quebeckers. Despite his thirst for inflation, will the Prime Minister do the right thing and cut the excise tax increase from his next budget?
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  • Mar/20/23 2:59:54 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, as Minister of Tourism, I understand full well the important contribution of spirits, alcohol and wine to our community. With inflation and the excise tax, a can of beer will cost one cent more. This will ensure our tax system is equitable and responsible for all Canadians. We will do the right thing, and we will continue to help Canadians with affordability.
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  • Mar/20/23 3:00:26 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, this government has been in power for eight years, and life has never been more difficult for Canadians. In my riding, many people have to rely on food banks to eat. What has the government been doing all these years? It has been driving up the cost of living every year. Rents have doubled, the cost of groceries has increased by 30% and inflation is at its highest level in 40 years. When will the government finally work for Canadians and freeze tax hikes?
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