The former Zonal Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-East, Ukpai Ukairo, has accused Governors Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed of…
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-card-payment-machine-on-a-counter.jpg?id=60143889&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=132%2C0%2C132%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Quebec is officially changing how <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/tipping-culture" target="_blank">tipping</a> works at restaurants starting May 7. So, if you've ever felt awkward about tipping 20% on a bill bloated by tax, you're not alone — and you might be saving a few bucks soon.</p><p>Thanks to <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tipping-quebec-new-rules-may-2025" target="_blank">new rules taking effect province-wide</a>, restaurants, bars, and cafes will now have to calculate suggested tip percentages based on the pre-tax total — not after GST and QST are added. That means no more tipping on the full amount unless you choose to.</p><p>This change is part of <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/new-quebec-tipping-law-bill-72" target="_blank">Bill 72</a>, a consumer protection update passed unanimously by the National Assembly in November 2024. It's designed to make pricing and payment practices more transparent — especially on payment terminals where digital tips are prompted automatically.</p><h3>What's actually changing?</h3><ul> <li> Suggested tip options like 15%, 18%, and 20% must now be based on the pre-tax subtotal</li> <li> All suggested amounts must be shown neutrally — no bolding, boxing, or highlighting one over the others</li> <li> You can still customize your tip or skip tipping altogether — it's optional, not mandatory</li> </ul><p>The changes follow growing frustration around the practice of tipping. A <a href="https://www.hrblock.ca/blog/the-tipping-point-canadians-fed-up-with-tipping-culture-and-tips-for-tip-earners?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">recent H&R Block survey</a> found 82% of Canadians feel tipping has gone too far, especially as tip screens appear in more places, including self-serve counters and takeout spots.</p><h3>Other changes coming May 7</h3><p>The province is also updating Quebec's price accuracy policy: if you get overcharged at checkout due to a pricing error, the minimum compensation will increase from $10 to $15.</p><p>Retailers (especially grocery stores) will also need to clearly indicate which items are taxable under GST and QST. Essentials like bread, eggs, and milk are still tax-free, but products like soda and candy will need to be marked as taxable, with total taxes shown clearly at checkout.</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p>
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Alberta’s legal regulator has upheld a decision to disbar disgraced Edmonton lawyer Shawn Beaver, dismissing an appeal that argued a previous disciplinary panel was too…
