Sugar Tax

• As Canada’s only ‘sugar tax’ ends, a study suggests it may have been effective

  A new study suggests Newfoundland and Labrador's tax on sugar-sweetened drinks may have dissuaded people from buying and drinking the beverages.

  Canada

  Jun 18, 2025
  
• Controversy rages over upcoming Newfoundland sugar tax

  In September, Newfoundland and Labrador will become the first province in Canada to introduce a special tax on sugary drinks, raising a projected $9 million in annual revenue.

  Health

  Jun 29, 2022
  
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• British Columbians to pay PST on sugary drinks, vapes, more online platforms starting April 1

  B.C.'s NDP government unveiled the tax changes in its 2020 budget, but delayed them last spring amid the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Health

  Mar 5, 2021
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• 12 things you need to know about B.C.’s 2020 budget

  The B.C. government has introduced it's 2020 Budget. Here are some of the highlights.

  Economy

  Feb 18, 2020
• University of Waterloo study suggests that sugar tax would reduce consumption

  Researchers said that prominent nutrition labels and taxes on sugary products can help consumers opt for healthier options.

  Canada

  May 29, 2019
• Surrey Board of Trade backs sugary drink tax, NDP government sour on the idea

  Advocates cite health and economic benefits, while opponents say the tax will penalize the poor.

  Canada

  Jun 15, 2018
• Bob Layton Editorial: Guilt tax

  Does a sugar tax slim you or just fatten government coffers?

  Dec 27, 2017
• Bob Layton Editorial: Let’s hear from you

  Bob appreciates your diverse opinions.

  Dec 15, 2017
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• Bob Layton Editorial: Sugar time

  Is sugar the new tobacco?

  Dec 13, 2017
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• Danielle Smith: To tax or not to tax? The great sugar debate

  There is a renewed effort by the Alberta Policy Coalition for Chronic Disease Prevention to add a 20 per cent sugar tax to the sale of sugary drinks.

  Dec 7, 2017