Two of the candidates vying to be the next Nova Scotia Liberal Party leader and premier have released plans outlining how they'd help the economy. Labi Kousoulis detailed a plan Thursday that includes $60 million in tax relief for small businesses affected by COVID-19 as well as targeted economic development support for Cape Breton. The tax money, which Kousoulis said would be a part of the spring budget if he becomes premier, would flow through municipalities and be a direct reduction in property taxes for small Nova Scotia businesses. To help with job growth, Rankin wants to adopt focused skills training programs and career placement opportunities for women, Mi'kmaq and Black communities. Members of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party will elect a new leader — and by extension the next premier — on Feb. 6.

Source: CBC News November 05, 2020 20:51 UTC