Municipalities and urban development
(Vancouver) Recent developments in cruise ship tourism suggest that BC needs a coordinated strategy for developing the industry. Such an approach would ensure ports aren’t played off against each other and help communities maximize the economic benefits of cruise tourism.
Tax increases are always controversial, but this year some Nova Scotians are particularly cranky about paying taxes and for good reason.
I’m not talking about the predictable ideological clamouring for income tax cuts. What has really got some taxpayers angry this year is the increase in municipal taxes due to rising property assessments. They have a point, but unfortunately the solution to this problem is beyond the control of municipalities.