Justin Trudeau news: Temporary tax relief in Canada [Video]

Canadians will soon receive a temporary tax break on essential items, children’s clothing and diapers, restaurant and pre-prepared meals and common stocking stuffers, along with a one-time $250 rebate, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Thursday.

The two-month Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) break will apply across the country, and is aimed at addressing lingering affordability concerns, according to the federal government.

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“Canadians have been through a lot. They work hard. We see that. We’ve been able to get through the past couple of years. Everyone had to tighten their belts a little bit. Now we’re going to be able to give a tax break for all Canadians,” Trudeau said.  

Among the dozens of consumer goods the government’s offering relief between Dec.14 and Feb. 15 are:

• Prepared salads, sandwiches, and similar pre-made platters
• Dine-in, takeout, or delivery restaurant meals 
• Cakes, pies, doughnuts, brownies, and other pastry …