1 The rate on capital gains is one-half the ordinary income tax rate.
2 The federal basic personal amount comprises two elements: the base amount ($13,521 for 2023) and an additional amount ($1,479 for 2023). The additional amount is reduced for individuals with net income in excess of $165,430 and is fully eliminated for individuals with net income in excess of $235,675. Consequently, the additional amount is clawed back on net income in excess of $165,430 until the additional tax credit of $222 is eliminated; this results in additional federal income tax (e.g., 0.32% on ordinary income) on net income between $165,431 and $235,675.
Other tax measures
Property tax
In keeping with the existing indexation policy, property mill rates will be adjusted for inflation.
Carbon pricing
The Northwest Territories will be debating increasing its carbon tax in line with the upcoming federally mandated carbon tax rate increase to $65 (from $50) per carbon-equivalent tonne of greenhouse gas emissions. If, on 1 April 2023, the Northwest Territories raises its carbon tax, it will also increase the Northwest Territories cost of living offset amounts.
On the other hand, if the Northwest Territories decides not to raise its carbon tax, the federal backstop system will apply and carbon tax revenues generated in the territory will be distributed through federal programs.
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For more information, please contact your EY or EY Law advisor.