In Focus
Green Schools, Green Economy
February 5, 2010
Students at Caradoc Central Public School in Mount Brydges will soon have a better, greener and more energy efficient place to learn.
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Top News Stories
Provincial Byelections Called In Ottawa West-Nepean and Leeds-Grenville
February 3, 2010 - Writs were issued today under Section 9.1 of the Election Act for byelections in the electoral districts of Ottawa West-Nepean and Leeds-Grenville. The byelections will fill vacancies created in the provincial parliament.
Building A Stronger Ontario
February 3, 2010 -
Ontario is creating 54 new medical school spaces at the Mississauga Academy of Medicine as part of our plan to strengthen the economy and improve health care.
Premier Offers Condolences On The Death of Point Edward Volunteer Firefighter
February 1, 2010 - Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty today released the following statement regarding the death of a volunteer firefighter in Point Edward:
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
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.
Ontario's Economic Plan
It's the right plan for the times. Here's what we're doing.
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.
