Consolidated general government interest expenses rose 10.3% in 2024
Deteriorating government finances could weigh on sovereign in medium term
Experts say the projected deficit is broadly in line with expectations
New schedule aims to improve fiscal planning and transparency
Health, education and social program spending erase planned $40.9M planned surplus
Province cites rising health costs, and slowing population growth, revenues
Finance minister says budget will show a declining deficit-to-GDP ratio
Counter-tariffs boost income, but spending widens deficit
The debt is estimated to grow by another trillion dollars in six months
Scotia boosts still-weak outlook for Canada and the U.S., although uncertainty looms