For what businesses put back into their local community, equal treatment is more than justified. If local governments can live up to the spirit of these five principles, they will find their business communities will become stronger, vibrant and more stable sources of investment and jobs. The rewards may not be immediate, but they will be far longer lasting. Many SMEs have had to endure cold local climates in the past. With better understanding in government of what drives local economic confidence, it is hoped that business owners can look forward to a warming trend in the future.
Reports are available for each province.
According to international OECD statistics on property and wealth taxes.