Canada

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International Migration Outlook 2008: Canada country note

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10-Sep-2008

This country note together with a standardised table describes recent trends in migration movements and policies.

Education at a Glance 2008 Briefing Note - Canada

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09-Sep-2008

This note contrasts key findings for Canada with global trends among OECD countries, under the headings: quantity and quality challenges, resource and efficiency challenges and equity challenges.

Tax reform for efficiency and fairness in Canada

13-Aug-2008

The Canadian government has set a high priority on reducing the economic burden of taxation. In a context of fiscal surpluses, it has been: markedly reducing corporate income and capital taxes; providing more personal tax relief especially at lower incomes and above all for saving; and cutting the federal value added tax (GST).

Modernising Canada’s agricultural policies

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05-Aug-2008

Peter Jarrett and Shuji Kobayakawa

The agricultural sector in Canada is relatively large, compared to those in most other G7 countries. In recent years, the federal and provincial governments have undertaken a number of sectoral reforms to meet the competitiveness and environmental challenges that it faces.

Employment Outlook 2008 - How does Canada compare ?

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02-Jul-2008

The OECD Employment Outlook takes an annual look at key issues in employment. This document  highlights findings from the Employment Outlook Edition 2008 relevant to Canada.

Achieving sustainability of the energy sector in Canada

30-Jun-2008

Energy represents a major sustainable development challenge for Canada. Efforts should be concentrated on designing and implementing an emissions trading scheme compatible with corresponding systems abroad. Effective and efficient systems of regulation and taxation are essential to facilitate the timely realisation of energy supply plans.