Minister of Finance Jim Flaherty today announced that for the first time ever, a federal finance minister will be available to participate in an online chat via the Department of Finance Web site. The event will happen on Tuesday, November 28 between 16:00 and 17:00 ET.

Flaherty will call on Canadians to share their views about the government’s new economic plan.

“This is part of an important communications initiative with Canadians. Last Thursday Canada’s New Government unveiled its Advantage Canada Plan. On Friday I launched an online consultation with Canadians on how best to implement the Plan. And on Tuesday I will answer questions about the Plan online with Canadians from coast to coast to coast,” said Flaherty.

Individuals can participate at http://www.fin.gc.ca/scripts/bdgForum/chate.asp. Only questions relating directly to the Advantage Canada Plan will be answered and posted on the site.