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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ottawa's 2026 Budget: 11 Cost Increases Revealed
Discover the 11 major cost increases in Ottawa's 2026 draft budget, including police funding and service fees. Learn how these changes will impact residents.
Federal finance minister says budget speaks to Albertans
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne defends new federal budget, emphasizing Alberta's role in national economic vision. Read his exclusive Alberta Primetime interview.
Ottawa Cuts 5,000 Public Service Jobs in 2024 Budget
The Canadian government reveals sweeping changes to the public service through strategic attrition and AI integration. Discover how the 2024 budget aims to balance fiscal responsibility with service delivery.
Federal Budget Fails First Nations: AFN Chief
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak expresses deep disappointment with Canada's 2024 federal budget, calling it a failure to address critical infrastructure gaps and implement Jordan's Principle.
Federal Budget Disappoints Alberta: Economic Analysis
Economic experts reveal how the latest federal budget overlooks Alberta's energy sector and fails to provide meaningful support for carbon capture initiatives, raising concerns about regional economic impacts.
Canada's 2025 Budget: The Good, Bad & Ugly
An in-depth analysis of Canada's 2025 federal budget reveals winners and losers as new taxes, housing measures, and economic policies reshape the financial landscape for Canadians.
Federal Budget: Tax Relief for Canadian Homebuyers
Discover how Canada's federal budget offers 30-year mortgage amortizations for first-time buyers and new tax measures to boost housing affordability across the nation.
Saskatchewan reserves judgment on federal budget
Saskatchewan's government is reserving judgment on the new federal budget, citing lack of details on key measures affecting the province's economic interests.
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