Where Your Tax Dollars Actually Go in Canada

Where Your Tax Dollars Actually Go in Canada

June 4, 2026 · 37 min · Season 1 · Episode 258

About this episode

Darren Mitchell discusses the allocation of tax dollars in Canada with Devin Drover, highlighting the implications of government debt and spending.

https://hub.controlandcompound.com/business-masterclass-webinar-replay Did you know the first $1,400 many Canadians pay in federal taxes goes toward servicing government debt? Most Canadians hear terms like deficit, debt, and government spending every day, but few understand how those decisions impact mortgages, retirement planning, business owners, and future tax rates. In this episode of Control and Compound, Darren sits down with Devin Drover of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation to discuss where taxpayer dollars are going, why government deficits matter, the capital gains tax controversy, housing affordability, and what Canada's growing debt could mean for future generations. Whether you're a business owner, investor, professional, or simply trying to understand Canada's financial future, this conversation breaks down complex issues in a practical and easy-to-understand way. Topics include: • Government deficits and debt • Capital gains taxes • Taxpayer rights • Housing affordability • Small business competitiveness • Government spending and accountability • Canada's economic future 📌Subscribe for weekly conversations on taxes, investing, retirement, and building long-term…

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