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Budget Day 2026: What a $63B+ Deficit Means for Your Wallet

  Canadian Money Brief • Thursday, November 5, 2026 Ottawa tables its second Carney-era budget today. Almost everyone expects big spending. Hardly anyone expects it to help their own bank account. Here is what the numbers say, and what to do about it. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne says today’s budget is about “changing Canada’s growth model”: less reliance on the U.S., more building at home. That is a big-picture pitch. Your household budget is a small-picture problem, and a new Abacus Data poll shows the gap between the two is wide. The poll in one line: only 10% of Canadians expect Budget 2026 to make their household better off. 30% expect to be worse off, and 48% expect little difference. (Abacus Data, 1,809 adults, Oct. 30 to Nov. 3.) The deficit, in plain numbers The Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) is the government’s independent fiscal referee. Its latest outlook, which predates the budget and only counts measures already announced, sets the stage: PBO proj...

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Jimmy Carter: A Legacy of Peace and Service

 

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and a beacon of humanitarian efforts, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 in Plains, Georgia. Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981, was known for his unwavering commitment to human rights, peace, and public service.

Carter's post-presidential years were marked by his dedication to improving global health, promoting democracy, and building homes for the homeless through his work with Habitat for Humanity. His efforts earned him respect and admiration worldwide, and he remained an active advocate for peace and human rights until his final days.

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden expressed their condolences, describing Carter as an extraordinary leader whose life was guided by compassion and moral clarity. World leaders and ordinary citizens alike have mourned his loss, reflecting on his enduring impact on the world.

Carter's legacy is a testament to the power of service and the impact one individual can have on the lives of millions. His memory will continue to inspire future generations to strive for a more just and compassionate world.


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