# Government of Ontario

Type: organization

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## Timeline

- **2026-04-15**: First Q2 Remittance — Initial tax filings due under the newly adjusted rates for carbon and excise duties.
- **2026-04-01**: Federal Fiscal Year Start — Carbon tax, minimum wage, and excise tax adjustments take effect across Canada.
- **2026-03-31**: Compliance Deadline — Final day for businesses to update payroll and tax systems for the new fiscal year.

## Recent coverage (2 stories)

### Regulatory Shifts: Key Canada and Ontario Laws Taking Effect in April 2026
2026-03-23 16:08:02 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

April 1 marks the start of the federal fiscal year in Canada, triggering a wave of regulatory adjustments including carbon tax hikes, federal minimum wage increases, and excise tax updates. These changes necessitate immediate compliance updates for businesses operating in Ontario and across the country, particularly in the energy, retail, and payroll sectors.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/canada-ontario-regulatory-changes-april-2026

### Ontario Overhauls FOI Laws: Modernization or a Shield for Politicians?
2026-03-13 18:16:45 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

The Doug Ford government has introduced a legislative package to modernize Ontario’s aging Freedom of Information (FOI) framework for the digital era. While the province cites the need for administrative efficiency, critics and legal experts warn the changes may significantly expand exemptions used to shield political decision-making from public scrutiny.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/ontario-foi-modernization-transparency-concerns

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