Government Deficit

• Why the government’s coronavirus spending may not lead to higher taxes

  Government spending has soared during the coronavirus crisis. But Patrick Leblond says Canadians do not have to fear years of austerity or tax hikes once the pandemic has passed.

  Commentary

  May 11, 2020
  
• The Liberals promised deficits to boost growth, but the economy is doing just fine on its own

  Infrastructure spending may not boost growth but is still a good idea, many economists say

  Money

  Apr 13, 2017
  
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• Watchdog rips into Liberal budget, calling it incomplete

  The Parliamentary Budget Officer has released its assessment of the recent federal budget, and it's not very flattering.

  Money

  Apr 6, 2016