Canada's Federal Budgets Need Slimmer, Clearer Format
Experts argue Canada's federal budgets have become unwieldy, burying key numbers in hundreds of pages of fluff. They call for a return to short, transparent documents for better accountability.
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Federal Housing Program to Build 26,000 Homes: PBO
A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals the $13-billion Build Canada Homes initiative will construct only 26,000 new homes over five years. Read the analysis of federal housing and economic subsidy plans.
PBO: MPs Should Approve Fiscal Target Changes
Canada's fiscal watchdog says Ottawa should seek House of Commons approval to alter key fiscal targets, like the recently abandoned debt-to-GDP anchor. Read the latest on federal spending.
Budget 2025 Prompts PBO to Revise Grim Fiscal Forecast
Canada's interim parliamentary budget officer, Jason Jacques, reversed his 'cliff' warning after reviewing Budget 2025, now deeming federal finances sustainable. Read the full analysis.
Build Canada Homes to modestly boost housing supply: PBO
Canada's Parliamentary Budget Officer reports a modest projected increase in housing supply from the Build Canada Homes initiative. Read the analysis of the federal plan's potential impact.
Manning: Canada Needs Alternative to Carney's One-Man Show
Preston Manning argues Canada needs a credible alternative to PM Mark Carney's government, proposing policy shifts on budget, bureaucracy, and federalism. Read his vision.
Calgary City Council Begins 2025 Budget Decisions
Calgary's city council started its crucial budget deliberations on Monday, December 1, 2025, considering several amendments that will shape municipal spending. Follow the latest developments.
Carney's $78.3B Deficit: A Historic Shift
Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget projects a $78.3-billion deficit, nearly double what the Trudeau government had planned. Discover the historical context and future implications for Canada.
5 Ways to Eat Healthy on a Budget in Canada
Discover five practical strategies from registered dietitian Lucia Weiler to nourish your body without breaking the bank. Learn meal planning, smart shopping, and food storage tips for affordable healthy eating.
Calgary Budget Debate: Housing and Recreation Demands
Calgarians urged city council to prioritize funding for indoor recreation facilities and affordable housing during the second day of 2026 budget deliberations. Learn about the key issues raised.
Essex County Municipalities Release 2026 Draft Budgets
Essex County, Kingsville, and Lakeshore have unveiled their 2026 draft budgets, featuring tax increases and infrastructure investments. LaSalle's new multi-use Loop trail opens Friday.
Budget watchdog calls for transparency after fiscal changes
Canada's parliamentary budget officer demands better fiscal transparency after Liberal government shifts economic anchors. Read the latest developments.
Essex proposes 4.92% tax increase for 2026
Town of Essex reveals draft 2026 budget with 4.92% tax rate increase. Learn how this affects residents and what services will be impacted.
Federal Finance Minister Visits Regina for Budget Talks
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne met with SUMA President Randy Goulden in Regina to discuss how the federal budget affects Saskatchewan's economy and local communities.
PBO: Low Chance Carney Govt Hits Fiscal Targets
Canada's budget watchdog reports a mere 7.5% probability the Carney government will achieve its key fiscal anchors, including reducing the deficit-to-GDP ratio. Read the analysis.
Interim PBO's Fiscal Honesty Threatens His Job
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques exposes unsustainable debt and accounting concerns in Carney government's budget. Will his transparency cost him the permanent position?
Conservatives Weigh Election Over Carney's $78B Deficit
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre faces critical decision on triggering election to block Mark Carney's budget with $78 billion deficit. Analysis of political risks and policy opportunities.
PBO reveals Liberal budget accounting tricks
Parliamentary Budget Officer confirms $94B in Liberal 'capital investments' don't meet standard definitions, exposing fiscal manipulation in Carney's first budget.
Carney's accounting tricks fail to impress
Parliamentary Budget Officer finds Carney government's capital spending definition 'overly expansive' in new report. Read the full analysis of Canada's fiscal framework.
Liberal strategist reveals Carney budget negotiations
Liberal strategist discloses how last-minute negotiations shaped Mark Carney's inaugural budget. Get exclusive insights into the high-stakes political process.
Carney's Budget Passes, No Early Election
Prime Minister Mark Carney's budget passes crucial confidence vote, avoiding snap election. Liberals secure fourth term with $78.3-billion deficit plan.
Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Up 5.39% for 2026
Sault Ste. Marie residents face a 5.39% property tax increase for 2026, driven by a significant rise in the police budget. Learn about the financial impact and where your tax dollars are going.
MPs vote today on Mark Carney's first budget
Canadian MPs will cast crucial votes on Prime Minister Mark Carney's inaugural budget today. The budget, tabled November 4, represents the government's economic vision for the nation. Follow live updates.
Interim PBO Jason Jacques seeks permanent position
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques confirms he will apply for the permanent role, bringing continuity to Canada's fiscal oversight. Learn about his qualifications and vision.
Carney's budget can't fix Trudeau's economic failures
Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget attempts to address a decade of economic mismanagement under Justin Trudeau, but experts warn it won't solve Canada's productivity crisis.
Interim PBO Jason Jacques seeks permanent position
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques confirms he will apply for the permanent role as government spending scrutiny intensifies. Learn about his qualifications and budget findings.
Operating spending driving deeper deficits: PBO
Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals Ottawa's operational expenses, not capital investments, are primarily responsible for growing budget deficits. Learn the fiscal implications.
Ottawa public service cuts: 2.5% workforce impact
A new report reveals federal public service cuts will affect 2.5% of Ottawa's workforce, but economists explain why the city will weather this storm better than 1990s austerity.
Fitch Warns of 'Slippery Slope' for Canada's Finances
Fitch Ratings maintains Canada's AA+ credit rating but warns of fiscal risks from rising deficits and debt. Learn about the agency's concerns and what it means for the economy.
Poll: Carney's budget wins support for key plans
Prime Minister Mark Carney's inaugural budget receives strong public backing for infrastructure and immigration initiatives according to new polling data. Read the full analysis.
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