News Release
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Ontario PC Leader Tim Hudak and Parry Sound-Muskoka MPP Norm Miller today visited an Esso gas station in North Bay today to highlight how Dalton McGuinty's HST tax grab on gasoline will hit family budgets throughout Northern Ontario.
When the HST takes effect on July 1st, North Bay families will pay 8 per cent more for gasoline every time they go to the pumps. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation estimates that a family with two mid-size cars with average fuel efficiency will pay an average of $246 in HST every year on gasoline alone. Northern Ontario families who are forced to drive greater distances just to get groceries, go to the doctor or drop their kids off at school will be among the hardest hit of all.
To have your voice heard on the impact of the HST, visit
www.daltonsalestax.com
QUOTES:
"Dalton McGuinty's previous tax and fee increases have hurt Northern Ontario's economy and cost tens of thousands of well-paying northern jobs. Now his $3 billion HST tax grab is making life more expensive still. Northern Ontario families can't afford to lose any more local jobs."
-- Ontario PC Leader Tim Hudak
"A car or truck is not a luxury for families in Northern Ontario. Only a Premier as out-of-touch as Dalton McGuinty would increase gas taxes during these already difficult times. While every family budget will be hit hard by the HST, it is clear that local families will be among the hardest hit of all."
-- Norm Miller, Ontario PC MPP for Parry Sound - Muskoka and Critic for Finance
QUICK FACTS:
On June 2, the price of gas in North Bay was $0.95 per litre. In comparison, Dalton McGuinty's HST tax grab would force families to pay $1.03 per litre.
Some of the items set to skyrocket in price after the HST kicks in July 1 include:
* Hydro
* Home heating fuel
* Natural gas
* Gasoline
* Vitamins
* Internet service
* Financial advisory services
* Mutual fund fees
* Condo fees
* Retirement & nursing home costs
* Air plane, train and bus tickets
* Funerals and estate planning costs
* Home renovation & repairs
* Lawn maintenance
* Snow removal
* Golf green and driving range fees
* Bicycles and bicycle safety equipment
* Gym memberships
* Trips to the veterinarian
* Haircuts
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