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| | federal budget, February 23, tax, Canadian government, Canada, 2005 federal budget, budget highlights - Deloitte & ... |
 | | The budget forecast for economic performance is generally positive, although not as strong as previously expected. |
 | | The government expects a balanced budget for 2004-05 and continued surpluses for the foreseeable future. Reducing the cost of the federal government is a priority, with savings of $11 billion over the next five years having been identified. |
 | | Effective January 1, 2005, the application of the 83% rebate of GST and the federal component of the HST for hospitals will be extended to eligible charities and non-profit organizations that provide health care services similar to hospitals. |
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