On March 19, 2019, the Government of Canada released its 2019 budget (2019 Budget) before the federal election later this year. We've summarized the key aspects from the 2019 Budget that may impact your business.
For tax changes, including proposed changes to the excise taxation of cannabis extracts (including oils), cannabis edibles and cannabis topicals, please see 2019 Federal Budget – Selected Tax Measures.
For pension-related matters, see 2019 Federal Budget: Key Provisions Affecting Pensions, Benefits and Executive Compensation.
For financial services, see 2019 Federal Budget: Financial Services Highlights.
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