B.C Residents Get A Say In Province’s Next Budget

BRITISH COLUMBIA – People in B.C. will have an opportunity to share their ideas and priorities for the province’s next budget with the release of the Budget 2019 consultation paper.

The all-party Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services are inviting people to participate by attending the series of upcoming consultations throughout the province or by completing a survey online.

In its first year, the government has made progress in making life more affordable, improving the services people count on and creating a strong, sustainable economy throughout the province. Looking ahead to Budget 2019, the government will remain focused on these areas while maintaining prudent fiscal management.

The Budget 2019 consultation paper will help the government better understand the priorities of British Columbians. The consultation asks people to share their views on how government can best support a diverse and sustainable economy and maintain a balanced budget that invests in the people of B.C.