Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard tables deficit-reduction budget without new

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On March 17-2026 in Québec City and the rest of Canada.

Key Points

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Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard is set to present his eighth budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
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The government aims a 'frugal, targeted and responsible' approach while working on deficit reduction without new major spending promises due to an incoming election campaign. Motorists will not receive relief in this budget cycle.

Developments

[Mar] Mar Finance Minister Eric Girard presents his eighth and likely final provincial budget before the upcoming fiscal year, emphasizing a focus on deficit reduction over new spending initiatives due to an impending election campaign. Motorists are explicitly told not to expect relief or major ticket items.

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Lapresse.ca Charles Lecavalier 1d ago

Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard will present his eighth budget this Wednesday with an emphasis being responsible and targeted without allocating funds to compensate for rising fuel prices due to the Iran war's impact on demand elasticity, while also stating that Quebec is improving its fiscal situation despite a reported deficit exceeding 10 billion dollars.