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spending
Federal Spending on Consultants Rose 16 Percent in 2023: PBO
The PBO noted despite Ottawa’s recent plan to cut costs on consulting, spending in 2023-24 remains above previous years’ levels.
House Passes 6th Spending Bill in Brewing Showdown With Senate
The $5.3 billion Legislative Branch Appropriations Act—the smallest and usually least controversial of 12 annual budget bills—was adopted in a partisan vote.
Government Spending Hindering Bank of Canada Efforts to Lower Inflation: Governor
BoC governor Tiff Macklem says it would be easier to get inflation down if monetary and fiscal policy were ‘rowing in the same direction.’
Canada Has Spent Over $23 Million on WEF Projects
The federal government has spent nearly $23.5 million on World Economic Forum projects including the development of a digital ID used for travel.
