Budget 2011 – The Next Phase of Canada’s Economic Action Plan
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March 2011
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Dear Constituent:
As you know, on Tuesday March 22nd 2011, your Conservative Government introduced its sixth consecutive budget.
This next phase of Canada's Economic Action Plan will have positive benefits for Ontario families, seniors and job-creating businesses.
Support for the constituents of Northumberland - Quinte West includes an impressive $20 million for the extension of the Eastern Ontario Development Program (EODP). While local opposition has resorted to fear-mongering, your Conservative Government maintains a focus on job growth across Northumberland - Quinte West.
I invite you to read the information below for more information on the 2011 Federal Budget. As always, please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions or concerns.
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Supporting Families, Seniors and Job-Creating Businesses
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Supporting Job Creation
A new Hiring Credit for Small Business to support local job growth, supporting Ontario’s manufacturing sector by extending tax relief for investments in new equipment and machinery, an expanded work sharing program, and major new investments to help the agriculture, forestry and mining sectors grow.
Strengthening our Families and Communities
Budget 2011 includesup to $5,000 grants for Ontario families to make their homes more energy efficient; up to $840 in new annual financial support for needy Ontario seniors; a new Family Caregivers Tax Credit, a new Children’s Arts Tax Credit; loan forgiveness to attract doctors and nurses to rural Ontario; a new $3,000 volunteer firefighters‟tax credit; and the waiving of license renewal fees for hunters and firearm owners.
Investing in the economy of tomorrow
Increased support for research and technology, improved federal student loans program for Ontario students, and more.
Preserving Canada’s Fiscal Advantage
Keeping Canada on track for balanced budgets by eliminating ineffective spending; limiting spending growth; and closing unfair tax loopholes.
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