Canada appeals tax-free status of Natives

Canada appeals tax-free status of Natives

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2002

The Canadian government is challenging a ruling that exempts thousands of Aboriginals from taxes.

A federal court justice in March exempted forty bands in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories from taxes. He said Treaty 8 should be read in a light favorable to the bands.

The ruling was subsequently stayed while an appeal was lodged.

Get the Story:
Canada appealing decision to exempt natives from taxation (CBC 11/19)

Relevant Documents:
Stay and Order (4/26) | Benoit v. Canada (3/7)

Relevant Links:
Treaty 8 - http://www.treaty8.org

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