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Ontario Bill PR42

43rd Parl. 1st Sess.
April 25, 2024
Luso Canadian Charitable Society Act (Tax Relief), 2024
  • This Act is about providing tax relief to the Luso Canadian Charitable Society in Hamilton, allowing them to develop a facility for people with disabilities. The Act exempts certain land from taxation for municipal and school purposes starting in 2024, as long as the land is used for specified purposes by the Society. The Act also allows for the cancellation of taxes for the specified property for certain periods.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • A steelman argument in favor of Bill PR42 2024, the Luso Canadian Charitable Society Act, could be as follows: This bill aims to support the Luso Canadian Charitable Society in its mission to provide not-for-profit day services and residential accommodation for people living with physical or developmental disabilities. By exempting certain land from taxation for municipal and school purposes, the bill enables the Society to allocate more resources towards its charitable activities rather than tax obligations. This tax relief can help the Society expand its services, improve facilities, and ultimately enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities in the City of Hamilton. Additionally, as a registered charity under the Income Tax Act, the Society has demonstrated its commitment to serving the community, making it a deserving recipient of this tax exemption. Overall, this bill promotes social welfare and inclusivity by supporting an organization dedicated to assisting vulnerable populations and fostering a more compassionate society.

SteelmanSpren Against

  • Steelman argument opposing Bill PR42 2024: This bill, the Luso Canadian Charitable Society Act (Tax Relief), 2024, sets a dangerous precedent by granting special tax exemptions to a specific organization, the Luso Canadian Charitable Society, for their property in the City of Hamilton. This kind of targeted tax relief undermines the principles of fairness and equality under the law. From a right-wing perspective, this bill represents government overreach and interference in the free market. By providing tax exemptions to a particular charity, the government is picking winners and losers in the economy, distorting the natural allocation of resources. This goes against the conservative belief in limited government intervention and allowing market forces to operate freely. Furthermore, granting tax exemptions to specific organizations sets a dangerous precedent for cronyism and favoritism. It opens the door for other groups to lobby for similar special treatment, creating a system where those with political connections receive preferential treatment over others. This kind of government favoritism goes against the principles of equal opportunity and fair competition that are central to conservative ideology. In addition, this bill could lead to a loss of revenue for the City of Hamilton, potentially shifting the tax burden onto other taxpayers. This is unfair and unjust, as it forces individuals and businesses who do not receive special exemptions to shoulder a heavier tax burden to make up for the lost revenue from the Luso Canadian Charitable Society's property. Overall, Bill PR42 2024 sets a dangerous precedent for government favoritism, undermines free market principles, and could lead to unfair tax burdens on other taxpayers. It is a prime example of government overreach and should be opposed by those who value limited government intervention and equal treatment under the law.
Royal Assent
  • April 25, 2024, noon
  • Read
Third Reading
  • April 25, 2024, noon
  • Passed
First Reading
  • March 7, 2024, noon
  • Passed