Several Ontario municipalities, including London, Mississauga, Hamilton, and Burlington, are facing significant property tax increases for 2024. Local leaders are calling for a re-evaluation of tax dollar allocation, arguing that outdated agreements with federal and provincial governments do not account for current population growth and service demands. Municipalities handle 60% of infrastructure but receive only 8-10% of tax revenues, prompting a push for a modernized fiscal framework to support essential services.
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