Terry Sheehan
Terry Sheehan
Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie
CLIMATE ACTION INCENTIVE PAYMENTS PUTTING MONEY BACK INTO SAULTITES POCKETS
March 12, 2019

For Immediate Release

March 11, 2019- Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Canadians know that pollution isn’t free. A price on carbon pollution is an essential part of Canada’s plan to fight climate change and grow the economy. Pricing carbon pollution is the most efficient way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and stimulate investments in clean innovation.

Under the federal carbon pricing system, all individuals in Ontario, Manitoba, New Brunswick and Saskatchewan will receive a Climate Action Incentive payment when they file their taxes this year. A family of four in Ontario will receive at least $307 in 2019.

The Government will provide a 10 per cent supplementary Climate Action Incentive payment for individuals who live in small and rural communities, in recognition of their increased energy needs and reduced access to energy-efficient transportation options.

“Everyone who resides within the federal riding of Sault Ste. Marie is eligible for this extra 10 per cent supplementary.”

TERRY SHEEHAN

MP

 

In Ontario, 90% of funds collected under the federal carbon pollution pricing system will be returned directly to families through the Climate Action Incentive payment, and 10% of funds will support municipalities, schools, universities, hospitals, Indigenous groups and small businesses.

Residents of Ontario, Manitoba, New Brunswick and Saskatchewan can claim the Climate Action Incentive when they file their 2018 Income Tax and Benefit Returns.  Fill in Line 449 to receive the CAI payment.  To receive the 10% additional payment, check “Yes” on line 6014 of Schedule 14, when filing your taxes.

We know the environment and economy go hand in hand and Sault Ste. Marie has benefitted from several recent investment announcements.

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