February 3, 2005
Alberta recycling tax on computers & TVs
The Canadian Press has reported that on February 1st a new tax came into effect in the province of Alberta. The province has instituted a recycling tax on computers and TVs in a move to keep them out of Alberta landfills.
A levy of $15 to $45 on new televisions, depending on size, and $30 on a desktop computer system came into effect February 1st.
Ontario and Saskatchewan are looking at similar programs.
For more information see:
http://www.mytelus.com/news/article.do?pageID=canada_home&articleID=1833048
Posted by Taxes.ca Editorial Team [permalink]
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