Ottawa's Wallet Under the Microscope: Economists Sound the Alarm on Federal Spending

The federal government has committed $40 billion in new spending since its April fiscal update, and economists are demanding answers on how it will be paid. This isn't abstract budget talk — it's about whether your taxes fund new programs or just pile up debt.

• What's happening: Desjardins estimates $40 billion in extra spending over the next decade, covering AI strategy, food security, pipelines, and a BC prosperity deal.
• How it affects you: Higher...