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Tax lobbyists already mobilizing

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The Canadian government has reduced corporate and other taxes while raising spending over the last three years. Industry analysts expect that the economic slowdown's effect on tax revenues may force the government to raise taxes, despite calls for more tax cuts.

Public affairs, Political activity

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GST jump stumps Ottawa

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Global Insight Ltd.'s Dale Orr said that Canada is expected to gain a high level of revenues from the goods and services tax (GST). Canada may receive approximately $29.1 billion in GST revenue for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2003.

Evaluation, Global Insight Ltd.

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Manley warns economy will fall short of forecast

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Canada's economic performance will not meet expectations of government forecasts. John Manley, Canada's Finance Minister, said the country's economic growth will be strong but not reach the previously expected level of 3.2 percent.

Reports, Manley, John

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