Nova Scotia Deficit

• Increased spending sees Nova Scotia budget deficit jump to $403 million

  Finance Minister Allan MacMaster said the jump of $123.8 million from earlier projections is due to factors such as additional health care spending and disaster assistance.

  Politics

  Sep 28, 2023
  
• COVID-19 expenses push Nova Scotia budget into $585-million deficit

  The new deficit estimate in Premier Iain Rankin's first budget breaks a string of four consecutive balanced budgets, though the government has a goal of returning to balance.

  Canada

  Mar 25, 2021
  
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• Fight against Nova Scotia’s deficit will need co-operation of labour: premier

  The premier says he believes "everyone can stay working" but it will have to be under a growth plan the province can afford.

  Economy

  Jul 30, 2020
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• Nova Scotia not yet in deficit despite economic uncertainty: Casey

  Nova Scotia will be redesigning this year’s budget to prioritize supporting small businesses, according to minister.

  Politics

  May 14, 2020