B.C. Finance Minister delivers budget for ‘serious times’ | Unpublished
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Publication Date: February 18, 2026 - 07:58

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B.C. Finance Minister delivers budget for ‘serious times’

February 18, 2026
Brenda Bailey has delivered a budget that raises the base income tax rate but fails to rein in the deficit, which is predicted to hit $13.3-billion next fiscal year. The finance minister says the budget protects critical services, including health care and education, while taking action to cut spending and boost revenue.


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