‘Major concerns’ as Quebec groups react to 2025-2026 budget

The return to fiscal balance will be a priority in 2025 in the health network, after "recovering $800 million" in 2024.

The Government of Quebec anticipates a sharp slowdown in population growth in the coming years, marking a significant shift from the previously envisaged demographic scenarios. In its 2025-2026 budget, the Ministry of Finance anticipates a near-stagnation of the population by 2026, a first in decades.

‘Major concerns’ as Quebec groups react to 2025-2026 budget

The Coalition Avenir Québec government has tabled its 2025–2026 budget. The Canadian Press has gathered various reactions to Quebec’s budget announcement.

'A tax cut would have had a greater impact': Quebec budget

The Legault government tabled its 2025-2026 budget on Tuesday. The Canadian Press reported several reactions to the unveiling of Quebec’s budget. Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) “Given the magnitude of this crisis, the government must take strong action and reduce the barriers hindering the productivity of SMEs. The CFIB notes that it is taking […]

Cabinet ministers need to start listening to the communities

This month, the legislative assembly passed the 2025-26 budget after an additional $41 million was included to repair public housing units.

Quebec's Childcare Tax Credit Changes Could Result In Losses For Parents

Quebec’s new budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026, announced on March 25 by Finance Minister Eric Girard, brings a range of significant financial shifts, particularly for parents who rely on the childcare tax credit. With the province grappling with a record deficit of $13.6 billion, the government is making some tough choices, one of which includes reducing the scope of the popular childcare tax credit program. These changes could affect many f…