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Federal Budget 2026: Betting that Deficits Will Pay Off in the Future
Budget 2026 doubles down on getting Canada built, introducing major incentives for private investment and significant spending on housing and infrastructure. While this direction is encouraging, its success will depend on whether these measures generate enough economic growth to justify persistently large deficits.
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