When it comes to the main categories of taxation, Nova Scotians pay more than almost anybody else in North America.
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October 26, 2024
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Consumption taxes are generally the most efficient way for governments to raise revenue.
September 14, 2024
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In one year, the province's net debt grew by $780 million.
August 22, 2024
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The province's math scores plummeted by 45 points from 2003 to 2022.
August 5, 2024
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The province is home to 16 of the 31 critical minerals essential for Canada and its trading partners.
July 22, 2024
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Waits for a general surgeon in 2023 cost patients in the province $33.5 million in lost wages.
June 25, 2024
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Governments often dole out money for political gain.
May 4, 2024
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The Nova Scotia government projects net debt will increase by 23 per cent over three years.
April 22, 2024
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The province's median wait between referral from a family doctor and receipt of treatment was 56.7 weeks.
April 16, 2024
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At 63 per cent of the economy, Nova Scotia’s government footprint is far beyond the estimated optimal level.