Federal Budget 2024
On April 16, 2024, Canada’s federal government released it’s 2024 Federal Budget. Below are a collection of budget highlights and insights from partners, media, and the Government of Canada.
Budget 2024: Big Plans and a Big Win for Social Work
“The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) applauds the robust initiatives to address some of Canada’s most pressing social issues in Budget 2024: Fairness for every generation, including investments in housing, youth mental health, and a school food programme. But one commitment particularly stands out: the inclusion of social workers in the Canada Student Loan forgiveness programme for rural and remote workers.”
Source: casw-acts.ca/en/budget-2024-big-plans-and-big-win-social-work
Federal Budget Could Improve Health of Albertans
“…Included is funding for the continued expansion of national dental care coverage, and crucial funding for the roll out of universal, single-payer Pharmacare…
The budget also includes major funding for housing, youth mental health, and school nutrition programs, all important initiatives for the health of Albertans, especially young people.”
Source: friendsofmedicare.org/federal_budget_could_improve_health_of_albertans
2024 federal budget's key takeaways: Housing and carbon rebates, students and sin taxes
“Budget sees nearly $53B in new spending over the next 5 years”
Source: cbc.ca/news/politics/federal-budget-2024-highlights-need-to-know-1.7175062
Budget 2024 prioritizes housing while taxing highest earners, deficit projected at $39.8B
“In an effort to level the playing field for young people, in the 2024 federal budget, the government is targeting Canada's highest earners with new taxes in order to help offset billions in new spending to enhance the country's housing supply and social supports.”
Canada budget 2024: The key highlights
“From housing to taxes to health care, here's what you need to know in a hurry”
Source: financialpost.com/news/economy/canada-budget-2024-key-highlights
Budget 2024: Fairness for every generation
“The 2024 federal budget is the government’s plan to build more homes, faster, help make life cost less, and grow the economy in a way that helps every generation get ahead.”