Minister of Finance Bill Morneau announced today that the federal government will table its 2019 federal budget on Tuesday, March 19.
“Budget 2019 will build on the success of the government’s plan, with continued investments in the things that matter most to Canadians,” said Morneau in a statement. “Its investments in people, in our communities, and in building greater opportunities for our children and grandchildren will help to grow Canada’s economy for the long term, in a balanced and fiscally responsible way.”
The upcoming budget has been highly anticipated, in part because it is scheduled to be the government’s last before heading into a federal election this fall.
According to the government, more than 1.8 million people were reached during the pre-budget consultation period, which saw Canadians submit nearly 14,000 submissions and ideas, a record participation.