Budget 2026 is an important step in Canada’s long term growth
The Council welcomes the 2026 Federal Budget as an important step towards strengthening Canada’s long-term economic growth and competitiveness. Goldy Hyder, Theo Argitis and Marc Desormeaux offered their thoughts.
“Today we got a clearer picture of the cost of that program. The focus going forward needs to be on implementation, execution and political discipline in making sure these investments produce a big payoff.”
Theo Argitis, Senior Vice-President, Policy, Business Council of Canada
“We agree that Canada could be on the cusp of an investment supercycle. The ambition is there. Now we all need to focus on execution.”
Goldy Hyder, President and CEO, Business Council of Canada
“It’s a responsible budget… the question now is execution. Can we move towards seeing major projects get approved and getting more capital off the sidedlines. That’s how Canadians should measure the effectiveness of fiscal policy.
Marc Desormeaux, Vice-President, Policy & Economist, Business Council of Canada
“Canada’s business leaders welcome the federal government’s 2026 budget, which reinforces efforts to transform our economy for the long-term through an investment-first economic plan.”
Goldy Hyder, President and CEO, Business Council of Canada
“We’re supportive of the direction in policy that’s focused on increasing investment in the economy. We think the government is moving in the right direction.”
Theo Argitis, Senior Vice-President, Policy, Business Council of Canada
