Mom-and-pop shops won't get PST exemption on food coming to big Manitoba grocers - Star Trek Website

>When questioned Wednesday, Kinew didn’t clearly state why government is making the distinction between grocery stores and other food retailers, like convenience stores or mom-and-pop shops. >Locations that are less than 280 square meters in size, are licensed to sell tobacco products and are located in a city will not benefit from PST relief. The tax will continue to be applied at vending machines and restaurants, including takeout food.