In Focus
Speech From The Throne Launches Open Ontario Plan
March 8, 2010
Ontario will create jobs and strengthen the economy by exporting clean-water technology and strengthening postsecondary education for all Ontarians.
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Top News Stories
Premier's Statement In Death of OPP Constable Vu Pham
March 8, 2010 - Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty today released the following statement regarding the death of OPP constable Vu Pham in the line of duty:
Speech From The Throne Set For March 8
March 4, 2010 - Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty today announced that the Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, has prorogued the legislature and will deliver the government's Speech from the Throne on March 8, 2010.
Premier Offers Condolences On The Death Of Peel Regional Police Constable James Ochakovsky
March 3, 2010 - Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty today released the following statement regarding the death of Peel Regional Police Constable Artem "James" Ochakovsky:
What Matters To You Today
Many questions about the harmonized sales tax have been submitted by Ontarians. Here are the answers to your questions and links to where you can learn more about the harmonized sales tax.
What is the harmonized sales tax?
Two sales taxes merged into one. Right now, you go shopping, you pay 5% GST and 8% PST. Starting July 1, 2010, you'll only see the harmonized sales tax – 13%.
Benefits
The harmonized sales tax will make Ontario more attractive to businesses.
By merging two taxes with different rules into one sales tax with one set of rules, we’re reducing red tape – and creating new incentives for Ontario businesses to grow and for new businesses to locate here.
Exemptions
Point-of-sale rebates will be introduced for children’s clothing, diapers, car seats, and books. Learn more about point-of-sale exemptions.
Special reports
Open Ontario Plan
Ontario is launching a new, five-year Open Ontario Plan to strengthen our economy and create more jobs for our families.
Progress Report 2009
Shows Ontarians Working Together
Results You Can Read, Progress You Can See
Tax Change for a stronger Ontario
On July 1, 2010, Ontario is proposing to implement the most important tax reform in a generation to increase the province's competitiveness.
Breaking the Cycle
Tackling poverty means providing better opportunities for low-income families. Find reports, videos and stories about the poverty reduction strategy's issues and successes.
