I am a Canadian that will be affected by all three of these tax proposals.  I have been both hardworking and fortunate.  At current tax rates myself, my business, and my employees contribute around 4 million annually in taxes.  When I am asked to move from 50% to 70% + I simply won't participate.  I have the opportunity to move my business, family, and a few key employees to the US with me.  The employees will be replaced with Americans.  I love my home, my community and my friends all a lifetime in the making but when I weigh the future of this country, it's healthcare and future opportunities for my kids under the proposed changes the USA is looking like a better place to live.  55% is better than 0%.  Soon only those that take will be left as all the givers will have moved to where their contributions are appreciated.  Add in NAFTA uncertainty, hydro rates, carbon taxes and Ontario Liberalism and it becomes and easy decision.  The door won't hit me as it is politely being held open.