Spring economic update lacks details on spending review: PBO

Tory Treasury Board critic Stephanie Kusie recently said she had high hopes the April 28 update would ‘finally outline progress made’ with the Liberals’ spending review, which aims to cut billions of dollars and thousands of jobs from the public service.

Parliamentary Budget Officer Annette Ryan said the spring economic update notes that implementation is ‘well underway’ but does not provide details on actual savings by department and agencies, or updates on job losses.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

News

BY MARLO GLASS

May 8, 2026

A recent report from Canada’s budget watchdog says the Liberals’ spring economic update lacks details on federal efforts to trim government spending and jobs.

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

Wake up to the day’s top political and policy headlines. Weekday Mornings.

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