- Newfoundland has eliminated the Sugar Sweetened Beverage Tax through an amendment to the Revenue Administration Regulations.
- The tax applied to ready-to-drink beverages, dispensed beverages, and concentrated drink mixtures.
- The elimination took effect on July 1, 2025.
- Retailers with inventory as of this date may be eligible for a refund of the tax paid.
- Refund forms are available online from the Newfoundland Tax Administration Division.
- Retailers are advised to seek legal counsel for assistance with refund applications.
Source: taxandtradelaw.com
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