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BC Conservatives Propose Pipeline Tax Cuts Amid Revenue Concerns

11/1/2025

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The BC Conservatives introduced legislation to address a major property tax cut for pipeline companies in British Columbia.
The push follows nearly a decade of lobbying by Trans Mountain and FortisBC.
British Columbia Finance Minister Brenda Bailey warned taxpayers could feel the impact.
Conservative MLA Peter Milobar said rural and urban communities will bear the financial strain after the 27% drop in pipeline assessed values, risking millions in municipal revenue.

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The BC Conservatives introduced legislation to address a major property tax cut for pipeline companies in British Columbia.
The push follows nearly a decade of lobbying by Trans Mountain and FortisBC.
British Columbia Finance Minister Brenda Bailey warned taxpayers could feel the impact.
Conservative MLA Peter Milobar said rural and urban communities will bear the financial strain after the 27% drop in pipeline assessed values, risking millions in municipal revenue.