Abstract
Many Canadians feel they’re paying too much in carbon taxes but aren’t sure why these taxes exist or where the money goes. Love them or hate them, carbon taxes are worth understanding. To help make sense of it all, this talk will break down what carbon revenue is, where it goes, how it’s calculated, and how it affects the price of goods and services—like food—throughout the economy. We’ll also look at how different provinces handle carbon taxes and explore the choices they have regarding carbon pricing. We’ll compare Canada’s approach to other countries and consider how the public is responding. Additionally, we’ll discuss what might happen if the federal carbon tax is eliminated and where we could go from here. Join us for a straightforward discussion that aims to provide a clear picture of how carbon taxes affect you and Canada as a whole.
Bio
Dr. Trevor Tombe, Ph.D.
Trevor Tombe is a Professor at the University of Calgary’s Department of Economics and the Director of Fiscal and Economic Policy at The School of Public Policy. He received his PhD in Economics from the University of Toronto and undergraduate degree in finance from Simon Fraser University. His research explores a broad set of topics, from international trade to public finances to fiscal federalism. He has published in top economics journals, is co- author of the textbook Public Finance in Canada, co-author of a new forthcoming textbook Macroeconomics, co-editor of the recent volume Fiscal Federalism in Canada, and is Co-Director of Finances of the Nation. In addition to his academic work, he actively advises various governments on a wide range of issues and contributes to policy development and discussions through regular op-eds, articles, and media engagement.
Venue
7pm, December 11th, 2024.
Vibe at Indian Accent, 288 St Moritz Dr. SW, Calgary