1897 Original Canadian Poster, Canadian Taxation Poster - How Direct Taxation Works

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Date: 1897
Size: 28 x 42 inches
Artist: Unknown

Posters are powerful propaganda tools. During the war, they served to … Read more Date: 1897
Size: 28 x 42 inches
Artist: Unknown

Posters are powerful propaganda tools. During the war, they served to reach and mobilize the population by various means and messages.

According to Radio Canada (rca.ca/en), "July 25, 1917. The First World War was at its height, having dragged on for three years grinding up lives, resources, and money.

On July 25, the federal government introduced a “War Income Tax” in Parliament to help replenish the drained federal coffers. The “Income War Tax Act” would be passed on August 17th, and with Royal Assent, come into effect in September 20th.

While it is generally believed that personal income tax was to be a temporary measure and often was touted as such, in truth the finance minister, Sir Thomas White has suggested that it be “revisited” after the war. However, even at the time, other politicians said that once embarked upon, such a tax would likely remain for years to come.

This poster shows the cynicism over the new tax and possibly lead to the original phrase "tax grab".

A rare poster in overall very good condition with obvious fold marks, the right top corner of the image missing as well as some small parts in the mid section of the poster. Please see photos. Ready to frame. See less