In Focus
Strengthening Family Health Care In Barrie
November 16, 2009
Barrie families will soon be able find family health care at a new clinic led by nurse practitioners opening at Georgian College.
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Top News Stories
Premier McGuinty Announces Relief Funding For Typhoon Victims In The Philippines
November 15, 2009 - Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty today issued the following statement regarding the severe flooding in the Philippines as a result of recent typhoons:
New Carpenters Building Up Ontario
November 13, 2009 -
Premier Dalton McGuinty helped open the new United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 93 Training Centre today.
Ontario Remembers Its Veterans
November 11, 2009 -
Canada's veterans were honoured by Ontarians from all walks of life during a ceremony at the Queen's Park Veterans' Memorial.
What Matters To You Today
Many questions about the single sales tax have been submitted by Ontarians. Here are the answers to your questions and links to where you can learn more about the single sales tax.
What is the single 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 single sales tax – 13%.
Benefits
The single 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
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.
2008 Progress Report
Getting results for Ontario families.
