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Small Business Tax Relief as First Step in Canadian Tax Reform

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This proposal doesn't go far enough to protect the most vulnerable small business owners, who often lack accountants to navigate even a simplified system.

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Revenue-neutral only works if the loophole closures actually raise the projected amount — what's the independent analysis showing that?

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The UK's cash-basis accounting for small businesses did simplify things, but it also led to a surge in micro-entities gaming the system — we need to watch for that.

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What happens to the federal deficit if those loophole closures get challenged in court and delayed? This package assumes perfect execution.

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This is exactly the kind of targeted, fiscally responsible catalyst that can unlock pent-up investment in local communities and create a virtuous cycle of growth.

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The tension is clear: we need to support small business growth without undermining the tax base. A phased, pilot‑tested rollout would let both sides verify the math before full implementation.

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