Taxes on beer, all alcohol actually, are scheduled to go up 6.3% on April 1 but there\u0027s a chance of a smaller increase in Tuesday\u0027s budget.
Between 2018 and 2023, industry estimates put the federal government’s increased revenue from all forms of alcohol at $335 million, a 20% increase, while beer taxes alone accounted for $125 million. If the 6.3% tax hike goes through, it’s estimated that the government will bring in an additional $125 million next year alone.
They used infographics to show that taxes already make up more than half the cost of beer. They used data from Statistics Canada showing that 88% of beer consumed in Canada is made here, meaning jobs..“Stop hosin’ us, you hosers,” said an ad featuring comedy duo Bob and Doug McKenzie that called for beer taxes to be frozen.Article content
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