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Stellantis May Abandon Brampton for Good: What It Means for Ontario Jobs

  Published August 18, 2026 With less than 24 hours left before Washington's 50% tariff deadline hits at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, the headlines are all about cement, wine, and dairy. But the real fight holding up a deal is happening in the auto sector — and this week it collided with a story much closer to home: Stellantis is weighing whether to walk away from its Brampton, Ont. assembly plant for good. Put those two stories together and you get a clearer picture of what's actually at stake for Ontario workers, renters, and taxpayers than any tariff-deadline countdown can show on its own. The Trade Deal Is Stuck on Auto Rules, Not Wine or Cement Canadian and U.S. negotiators have been in Washington for a week trying to head off Trump's Section 338 tariffs — a rarely used trade law that, unlike earlier rounds, doesn't recognize USMCA certificates of origin for the goods it covers. Autos, alcohol, and dairy are all on the list, but autos are the sticking point. Canada is pu...
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What Happens If You Don’t File Your Taxes in Canada?

 

As the April 30 tax deadline approaches, it’s crucial to understand the consequences of not filing your tax return in Canada. Whether you owe money or not, failing to meet the deadline can lead to serious repercussions. Let’s dive into what you need to know:

  1. Late Filing Penalty:

    • If you owe taxes and miss the filing deadline, the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) imposes a late filing penalty. This penalty is calculated as follows:
      • Five percent of your 2023 balance owing.
      • Additional one percent for each full month you file after the due date, up to a maximum of 12 months.
    • In total, you could end up paying 17 percent of any balance you owe.

  2. Interest Charges:

    • The CRA charges compound daily interest on any balance owing for 2023 that you’re unable to pay by the April 30 deadline.
    • The interest rate is approximately 10 percent, and it accumulates daily starting from May 1, 2024.

  3. Severe Actions for Consistent Late Filers:

    • If you consistently file late or ignore repeated requests, the CRA can take more severe actions:
      • Garnishing wages.
      • Freezing bank accounts.
      • Placing liens on properties.
      • In extreme cases, tax evasion or fraud charges, which may lead to jail time.

  4. Benefits at Risk:

    • Even if you don’t owe money, timely filing is essential to maintain benefits such as:
      • Canada Child Benefit (CCB).
      • Provincial and territorial payments.
    • Failure to file could result in losing these benefits.

Remember, meeting the tax deadline is crucial to avoid penalties, interest, and potential legal consequences. Whether you owe money or not, file your taxes on time to stay on the right side of the CRA! 

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