Pop Tax

• The cost of Netflix, gas and pop set to go up in B.C. on April 1

  On April 1, British Columbians will be charged more for streaming services, surgary carbonated drinks and gas at the pumps.

  Economy

  Mar 31, 2021
  
• MSP Task Force recommends tax on sugary drinks

  The B.C. government is considering a recommendation that would see sugary drinks become more expensive.

  Politics

  Jun 14, 2018
  
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• New Brunswickers want province to support healthy, active lifestyles: survey

  Survey results released by the New Brunswick Medical Society have revealed that people across the province want to see improved access to healthy food and physical activity in their communities.

  Education

  Jan 23, 2017
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• Liberals weighing pros and cons of a soft drink tax

  The federal government has weighed the pros and cons of a financial deterrent aimed at shrinking bulging waistlines: a tax on soda pop.

  Canada

  Aug 8, 2016
• Philadelphia could become 1st major US city with tax on pop

  A Philadelphia City Council committee has voted to approve an amended version of a soda tax proposal that would set a 1.5 cent-per-ounce tax on sugary and diet drinks.

  Money

  Jun 8, 2016