Budget officer ignores strategic reviews, says feds haven’t shown savings

Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page calls it a 'fundamental problem with respect to fiscal transparency.'

Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page, who last week issued a highly-publicized warning on the increasing strain Canada's aging population will put on public coffers, says he ignores the savings the federal government says it will reap from its strategic reviews of departmental budgets as he ta...

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.


Already a Subscriber?

Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter

Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.


By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy

MORE News

RELATED STORIES