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Independent business group calls for freeze to EI, CPP premium increases

It says businesses are also facing higher premiums, which could leave many struggling to meet even their existing payroll budgets.

Dan Kelly, president of CFIB, says worker employment insurance and pension contributions could increase by as much as $304.71 next year.He says that’s money Canadians could use for groceries or utilities at a time when the rising cost of living is squeezing household budgets.

 

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Forgive me if I think the CFIB doesn't give two sh*ts about Canadian workers' take-home pay or household income. They certainly don't care about workers' retirement security or social safety net.

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