For decades, residents of Canada’s northern communities have qualified for a federal tax deduction program aimed at addressing their higher cost of living — but it doesn’t apply to Sioux Lookout, Ont.
Reece Van Breda wants that changed.
The Sioux Lookout councillor has been drawing support from neighbouring communities as he looks to lobby the federal government to include his constituents in the program.
Known as northern residents deductions, those who live in the prescribed northern zone can claim a residency deduction on their income taxes for up to $22 per day, a travel deduction for two vacation trips per year and unlimited medical travel. Anyone
