John McKay at the Finance Committee

On October 16th, 2006. See this statement in context.

October 16th, 2006 / 11 a.m.

Liberal

John McKay Liberal Scarborough—Guildwood, ON

I just want to clarify. I'm not arguing with you; I just want to clarify. I do have limited time, so I'm going to ask Mr. Blake a question.

With respect to your recommendation number 8, you ask that artists be exempt from income tax with respect to income derived from copyright. So would that apply to artistic groups like the Barenaked Ladies and Blue Rodeo, and Margaret Atwood and people of that nature? Is that who you're proposing?

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