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This Week’s Edition of KBR:

July 2025 Poll

Do you believe Canada’s tax system based, on self-assessment, has suffered under recent changes at CRA and by Finance Canada? If so, what is the one wish you have for tax reform?
Yes: 343 votes
69.86%
No: 148 votes
30.14%
 

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