OTTAWA — The federal Liberals are hoping to give Canadians a cheaper Christmas with a GST holiday.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Thursday that his government will be temporarily cutting the GST on all grocery items, restaurant meals, some alcoholic beverages, children’s clothing and toys, print newspapers and Christmas trees as of December 14.

The tax break is projected to last two months, from Dec. 15, 2024, until Feb. 15, 2025.{ai:summary}<p>The federal Liberals plan to implement a GST holiday to help Canadians save money during the Christmas season. Starting December 14, the GST will be temporarily removed from grocery items, restaurant meals, certain alcoholic beverages, children's clothing and toys, print newspapers, and Christmas trees. </p><p>This initiative is aimed at alleviating financial pressure on families during the holiday period. #economy</p>

Liberals to cut GST on beer, children’s toys and Christmas trees

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