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Taxes and Incentives

In Atlantic Canada, lower taxes add up to good news for you.Halifax, Nova Scotia
  • Atlantic Canada’s effective corporate tax rate is 4.8% lower than the United States.
  • Property taxes are 18% lower in Atlantic Canada, on average, than in the U.S.
  • Many Canadian provinces offer tax credits for activities related to scientific research and development as well as investment.
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  • Each of Atlantic Canada’s four provinces offers financial incentives to encourage investment within their respective borders.
  • These incentives may involve payroll rebates, low interest or interest-free loans and forgivable loans, and training allowances.