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'It's been a dud': GST break hasn't made any difference, say restaurants and pubs

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Restaurant owners in Calgary say the incentive has barely made any difference to their sales.

The tax holiday reduces a bill amount by five per cent in Alberta on select items, such as food, beverages, books and children’s clothing.

Many restaurants have noticed negligible signs of a boost to sales, says Mona Pinder , executive director at the Alberta Hospitality Association .

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English

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