Livestock Producer Tax Relief Designated Areas for 2019
The Government of Canada has released an initial list of designated regions in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Quebec where livestock deferral has been authorized for 2019 due to extreme weather conditions. Preliminary analysis indicates that livestock producers in Western Canada and Quebec are experiencing significant forage shortages due to drought conditions, supporting an early designation under the livestock deferral provision. Ongoing analysis and consultations will continue to determine if additional regions will be added to the designated list. Click here for more information.