Federal Budget Passes with Limited Enthusiasm
Prime Minister Mark Carney's federal budget passes House of Commons vote amid criticism of excessive spending and lack of public enthusiasm. Analysis of political implications.
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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.
Government insists public service cuts will be minimal
Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon confirms federal public service reductions will be minimal while addressing Liberal budget survival and policy stance. Read the latest developments.
Ford and Trudeau Fiscal Policies Show Similarities
Analysis reveals Ontario's Doug Ford and former PM Justin Trudeau pursued strikingly similar fiscal approaches despite different political rhetoric on spending and taxes.
Canada's bureaucracy costs surge 80% to $71.4 billion
Federal personnel costs hit $71.4B in 2024/25, up 80% from 2015. Budget 2025 aims to cut 40,000 positions amid criticism over spending growth outpacing population.
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.
Federal bureaucracy costs jump 80% over decade
New government data reveals federal bureaucracy costs increased 9% last year, reaching $71.4 billion. Ottawa plans to cut 40,000 public service jobs over five years.
PSAC: Federal workers to learn layoff details shortly
Public Service Alliance of Canada reveals federal employees will receive potential layoff information shortly. Stay informed about government workforce changes.
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 as government spending scrutiny intensifies. Learn about his qualifications and budget findings.
Carney's budget fails to address Canada's economic crisis
John Snobelen analyzes why Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget demonstrates timidity instead of bold action needed for Canada's economic challenges. Read more.
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.
Government spends $19B on external services despite cuts vow
Canadian federal government expenditure on external contractors reaches $19 billion despite previous commitment to reduce spending. Analysis reveals ongoing reliance on private services.
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 'Right-Sizing' Budget: Will It Actually Work?
Analysis of Canada's 2025 federal budget questions whether Ottawa's 'right-sizing' initiative will truly eliminate ineffective programs or repeat past inefficiencies. Read more about the fiscal plan.
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.
Canada's 2025 Federal Budget: Carney's Influence Revealed
Canada's 2025 federal budget reveals sweeping economic reforms with Mark Carney's influence evident. Discover how businesses are reacting to new fiscal policies and what it means for the Canadian economy.
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.
Liberals silent on StatsCan data cuts amid budget reductions
Former Statistics Canada chief expresses deep concern over federal budget cuts that could eliminate crucial data programs, while Liberal government remains tight-lipped about which statistical services face the chopping block.
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.
Freeland: Economic Overhaul Just Beginning Despite Deficit
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland defends Canada's massive deficit spending, promising more ambitious economic reforms focused on boosting competition and supporting middle-class Canadians.
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.
U.S. Government Shutdown Threat Grows After Election Wins
Growing Democratic momentum following key election wins threatens to derail bipartisan spending negotiations, increasing the likelihood of a partial U.S. government shutdown beginning Saturday.
The Case for Permanently Closing the U.S. Government
A provocative argument suggests the U.S. government has grown too bloated and inefficient. Discover why some experts believe permanent closure might actually benefit America.
Fiscal Expert Gives Qualified Support to Federal Budget
Kevin Page, Canada's first parliamentary budget officer, provides qualified support for Chrystia Freeland's federal budget while warning about fiscal risks and implementation challenges ahead.
Carney's Budget: A Trudeau-Style Fiscal Crisis
Mark Carney's proposed budget faces intense scrutiny as experts warn of unsustainable spending mirroring Trudeau-era fiscal policies. Discover the alarming parallels and economic risks.
Federal Budget Cuts Hit Ottawa Services
Ottawa faces significant service reductions as federal budget cuts take effect. From healthcare to infrastructure, discover how these changes will impact residents and local businesses across the National Capital Region.
Atlantic Restaurants Feel Snubbed by Federal Budget
Atlantic Canadian restaurant owners and small business operators express deep disappointment as federal budget overlooks sector-specific support, calling it a 'devastating blow' to pandemic-recovering businesses.
Quebec Slams Federal Budget Infrastructure Funding
Quebec's government expresses deep disappointment with federal budget infrastructure funding, calling it insufficient for provincial needs and demanding better partnership.
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