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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 wealth. Show notes: 00:00 - Introduction 01:13 - Devin Drover's Background 02:46 - What Is A Government Deficit? 05:08 - How Deficits Affect Mortgages & Businesses 06:58 - When Does Government Debt Become Dangerous? 08:50 - Why Young Canadians Should Care 09:57 - Will Taxes Continue To Rise? 11:54 - Why Governments Keep Running Deficits 14:11 - What Would Devin Change First? 15:39 - The Teddy Waste Awards 20:04 - Capital Gains Tax Controversy 25:43 - Ongoing Legal Battles 29:08 - Canada's Biggest Financial Risk 31:00 - Rapid Fire Questions 33:11 - Is There Hope For Canada's Future? 34:48 - Where To Follow The Canadian Taxpayers Federation FIND US ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/controlandcompound TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@controlandcompound?lang=en LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/darren-mitchell-associates-inc/?viewAsMember=true BOOK A CALL WITH US NOW: https://www.controlandcompound.com/contact-us
