New details announced for support to N.S. businesses but operators say it's still not enough
Property tax rebates available to owners of tourism accommodations and small businesses, along with grant program for small businesses forced to shut down.
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Posted: May 04, 2021 3:06 PM AT | Last Updated: May 4
Small businesses can claim up to 50 per cent rebate on their property taxes for the 2021-22 year, starting immediately.(Colleen Jones/CBC)
Some Nova Scotia entrepreneurs say supports for businesses announced Tuesday in response to the ongoing shutdown ordered to contain the spread of COVID-19 don't go far enough.
Labi Kousoulis, the minister of inclusive economic growth, said in a news conference a previously announced property tax rebate for tourism accommodation operators is now open for applications.