The budget forecasts a net debt of $20.8 billion by the end of the 2026-27 fiscal year
Lower CPP contributions, an extended first time home buyers’ plan grace period and other tax measures tabled in Ottawa
No big changes expected in government deficits, overall fiscal position
That's more than double the $184M deficit the government tabled last spring
Province forecasted a historic $1.4B deficit in its 2026 budget
Government highlights plans for innovation, consumer protection
The province is delaying a surplus for the third year in a row
Pre-budget submissions also float single insurance licensing system among provinces, fiduciary standard for advisors
The budget forecasts a deficit of $498M on total spending of $27.3B
The Ministry of Finance estimates the measure will spark an additional 8,000 housing starts