I was born in the 40's. People then had a 6 day work.  Then it became a 51/2 day work week. Now it is a 5 day work week for most other then those in the government sectors who are working 4 days a week or less. I thought by now everyone would have a 4 day work week.  The standard of living in Canada has deteriorated for most people now. People are working harder for less. It's time the government sector was reduced to the bare minimum necessary to run the country and more of the money working people earn is kept in their own pockets, not the pockets of government.  Consumer taxes in Canada are extremely punishing for working people. Consumer taxes should be done away with on all goods and services under $500 and more government money should be raised through the income tax system. This would be much fairer and more equitable for all Canadians.