Finally, we recommend that the government adopt strong taxpayer protection legislation. The CTF has drafted a Taxpayer Protection Act that would provide for the elimination of annual deficits, debt repayment, and would prohibit tax increases unless approved in a province-wide referendum. Introduction Some say Saskatchewan can t afford to cut taxes. In reality, we can t afford not to cut taxes. Our province has some of the highest taxes in Canada, and it is a real hardship for the Saskatchewan people.
High taxes kill jobs, erode family income, and make saving for the future difficult.
High taxes strip the poorest citizens of opportunity, and drive our best and brightest out of the province. This reduces the tax-paying workforce that makes it possible to fund debt repayment and important programs like healthcare and education. Lower taxes stimulate growth, increase family incomes, and help create jobs. Tax cuts leave more money in the pockets of workers, families, and investors. They also send the pro-growth message that if you work or build your business in Saskatchewan, your success will not be punished with excessive taxation.