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gillianpetit.bsky.social
Economist PhD from Ucalgary. Researching Canadian taxes, income and social supports, and municipal policy/regulation. Co-author of "Basic Income and a Just Society". Public policy thinker. Ultra-runner. Mom
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Just thought I'd re-up this one. The proposed #UCP tax cut in #Budget2025 will benefit high income tax filers, particularly men, with income over $60,000. Those with income less than $38,000 will see a small to no benefit. #abpoli #ableg policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/ma...

submitted 11 hours ago • 0 comments

As tariff uncertainty grips Canada & the carbon rebate is rolled back, affordability pressures will deepen for low-income households. Shaimaa Yassin and I advocate for better-targeted affordability measures such as an expansion to the GST/HST credit. policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/fe... #Cdnpoli

submitted 11 days ago • 1 comment

SCOOP: AB Health Minister Adriana LaGrange stripped Alberta Health Services of power to negotiate after its then-CEO allegedly refused to sign pricey deals www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber... #abpoli #ableg

submitted 20 days ago • 38 comments

I was reflecting on recent economic issues in Alberta and couldn't help but notice some policy changes put in place or announced recently by the #UCP that directly target low-income households. These include: (🧵):

submitted 24 days ago • 2 comments

Minister Devin Dreeshen didn't commit to a long walk through the downtown with Mayor Gondek. #yyc #calgary #yyccc

submitted 27 days ago • 0 comments

Yesterday the @albertaucp.bsky.social announced policy changes to their child care policy. These changes will have a direct impact on families, with some gaining and some losing. I break it all down in this 🧵. #abpoli #ABChildCare www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...

submitted 31 days ago • 1 comment

The UCP eliminated the child care subsidy today. This means low income families will now pay $300+ MORE per month than they were before. Once again, the UCP is raising costs on moms and dads. We understand that Albertans need real measures to make life more affordable. We are listening.

submitted 32 days ago • 9 comments

With US tariff threats looming, how can Canada tackle affordability + climate? Join us in Ottawa (or virtually!) on Feb 24 at 5:30pm to hear from our powerhouse panel: @tylermeredith.bsky.social Kathleen Monk Karen Restoule @jenditchburn.bsky.social www.affordability-action.ca/affordabilit...

submitted 32 days ago • 0 comments

The AB govt announced a change to child care. Under the current system, parents pay out-of-pocket based on hours & type of childcare. Parents also receive a subsidy that is income-tested. The change eliminates the subsidy and standardizes the out-of-pocket amount www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...

submitted 32 days ago • 1 comment

🏠 The power plant in your home? AAC member @brhaley.bsky.social and Sachi Gibson explain how households & businesses can help clean up Canada's electricity grid while saving money. When customers help reduce grid costs and improve reliability, everyone wins. cleanenergycanada.org/pay-people-i...

submitted 33 days ago • 0 comments

Yesterday, Pierre Poilievre announced that if elected he will reverse the increase in the capital gains inclusion rate. What does this mean for income and wealth inequality and fair taxation? Will it impact investment? See my latest substack: open.substack.com/pub/gillianp...

submitted 45 days ago • 0 comments

Yesterday, Pierre Poilievre announced that if elected he will reverse the increase in the capital gains inclusion rate. What does this mean for income and wealth inequality and fair taxation? Will it impact investment? See my latest substack: open.substack.com/pub/gillianp...

submitted 45 days ago • 0 comments

So anyways… The TBA folks are boosting this poll… Sure would be a shame if you voted in it… #abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli www.westernwheel.ca/polls/do-you...

submitted 46 days ago • 31 comments

🚨 Parliament's prorogation puts critical climate and affordability initiatives at risk. Here are a few examples of what's on the line:

submitted 47 days ago • 1 comment

We are hiring a Calgary-based research assistant, come work with our research team! #yyc #ucalgary apps.ualberta.ca/careers/post...

submitted 48 days ago • 0 comments

Happy property assessment day #Calgary! Property assessments go out today. Want to know what are property assessments all about, how do they relate to property taxes, and whether they are equitable? Check out my latest substack: substack.com/home/post/p-... #yyc #PropertyTaxes

submitted 52 days ago • 0 comments

Happy property assessment day #Calgary! Property assessments go out today. Want to know what are property assessments all about, how do they relate to property taxes, and whether they are equitable? Check out my latest substack: substack.com/home/post/p-... #yyc #PropertyTaxes

submitted 52 days ago • 0 comments

Months ago, a journalist working on a piece anticipating the PM's eventual departure, asked me for my views on Trudeau's policy legacy. I made extensive notes (NERD!), dividing things into net +, net -, and jury is still out, & across social, econ, & institutional policy. Here's the summary table:

submitted 56 days ago • 14 comments

Alright - last paper for 2024 has been submitted! I'm signing off for 2024. Happy holidays all!

submitted 73 days ago • 0 comments

I really want to read. For Christmas break, I've picked up The Big Fix by Denise Hearn & Vass Bedner and Power and Progress by Acemoglu & Johnson. On what day is it okay to stop analyzing data and start reading my holiday books? Maybe with a nice Christmas tea and a cozy blanket?

submitted 75 days ago • 1 comment