Emploi et formation, Relations fédérales-provinciales, Santé, Industrie, Justice et application des lois, Travail, Petites entreprises, Impôts et finances
Excise Act, 2001 and related federal–provincial coordination agreements. The objective is to advocate for a reduction in the current excise duty rates for nicotine vaping.
Politique ou Programme
Agriculture, Développement économique, Énergie, Environnement, Relations fédérales-provinciales, Industrie, Justice et application des lois, Travail, Développement régional, Petites entreprises, Impôts et finances
Lobbying for the introduction of a tax credit for outdoor cannabis cultivators under the Excise Duties on Cannabis Regulations (SOR/2019-78). Recognizing the environmental benefits of outdoor cultivation, such as reduced energy consumption and a smaller carbon footprint. HRC is proposing a tax incentive to encourage sustainable farming practices and combat illicit sales. This initiative aims to foster an eco-friendly cannabis industry while providing financial relief to producers committed to environmentally responsible cultivation methods.
Règlement
Agriculture, Développement économique, Énergie, Environnement, Relations fédérales-provinciales, Industrie, Justice et application des lois, Développement régional, Petites entreprises, Impôts et finances
Lobbying to build upon the federal Finance Committee's (FINA) recommendation to reform the Excise Act, 2001 by transitioning from a weight-based excise duty model to a value-based framework for cannabis products. This reform aims to align taxation with the market value of products, promoting fairness and sustainability within the industry.
