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B.C. government sparks debt explosion with far-reaching consequences

From 2019-20 to 2024-25, the government increased program spending by more than 50 per cent.


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Federal government points to misleading debt rankings to justify debt explosion

In reality, Canada’s government debt is high relative to other comparable countries.


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Alberta government increased program spending by more than $10 billion

The government increased projected nominal program spending by $10.1 billion since the fiscal update last fall.


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The fiscal cost of debt-financed government spending

Government borrowing crowds out private investment and lowers the economy’s productive potential.


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Transport top spending category for GTHA municipalities

In the region, on a per-person basis, Toronto spent the least on waste disposal, sewer systems and other environmental infrastructure.


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Scant support for Ottawa’s big plans—if they include tax hikes

When linked to a GST hike, support for a national prescription drug program falls from 79 per cent to 40 per cent.