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Sales tax and income tax
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Why pay taxes?

We’ve all wondered this at one point or another. But it’s important to remember that we don’t just pay taxes—we benefit from them as well. Sales tax and income tax provide funding for public services and social programs offered by the government, so you don’t have to pay for them directly.

That’s why we talk about contributing to our society.

What are taxes for?

By paying taxes, you help fund public services and social programs for children, students, parents, workers, etc. Want to learn more?

Sales tax and income tax. How do they work?

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There you have it!

Now you know a bit more about the main public services and social programs that your taxes help pay for.

At Revenu Québec, our role is to make sure that everyone pays and receives their fair share.

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