Credit rating agency says Manitoba’s recent tax changes outweigh affordability offers / Global
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 6:23 pm permalink
A credit rating agency has observed that recent modifications to Manitoba’s income and property tax policies are having a more substantial impact than the province’s affordability measures. The findings suggest that these revenue-raising shifts could significantly influence fiscal planning and economic conditions in Manitoba.
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