This government, all governments, are faced by an insatiable demand for new and better programs. I mean, the money has to come from somewhere. The original land transfer tax we talked about was something that was far greater than this. This generally is a tax that will fall on those who can afford it. Let's be honest with it. These are home buyers. $350, really, I don't consider that a particularly outrageous or unfair increase. Rates have not been changed in 20 years. As I say, a bigger impediment, if there is such a thing, to buying a house might be increasing mortgage rates. I mean, we are constantly being asked for more programs all the time. In my view, this is a modest and reasonable increase in taxation. Thank you.
Louis Sebert on Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 21st, 2019. See this statement in context.
Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 21st, 2019
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