‘Mini-win’ for Canada as digital services tax dropped, expert says

Did Carney capitulate? Are we still 'Canada Strong'?

The digital services tax was set to bring in billions of dollars for Canada. Did the federal government do the right thing?

‘Mini-win’ for Canada as digital services tax dropped, expert says

Days after Ottawa rescinded the digital services tax aimed at tech companies to advance trade negotiations with the U.S., critics have voiced their disappointment in the government’s handling of the situation.But one expert calls this move by Prime Minister Mark Carney a “mini-win.”

Industry welcomes repeal of DST but confusion, concerns remain

Many expressed relief and are hoping for a policy that would strengthen Canada's position in the global digital economy.

KLEIN: Carney was right to scrap the Digital Services Tax — now let’s learn from it

On Sunday night, the Carney government made the right call. It rescinded the Digital Services Tax (DST) — a 3% levy on revenue earned by digital companies offering services to Canadians. That decision deserves recognition. It was smart, timely, and sends a message that Canada might still be willing to course-correct before doing more damage to our economy.