EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 59 MIN
BC Budget 2026 Explained: Debt, Taxes & What It Means for You
from Ship of Fools Podcast with host Steven Malkowich · host Ship of Fools Podcast with Steven Malkowich
In this episode, we sit down with Carson Binda from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation to break down the latest British Columbia budget — focusing on the numbers, not the political spin.We unpack the projected $13.3 billion deficit, rising provincial debt, and what increasing interest costs mean for taxpayers. We also discuss recent tax changes, major infrastructure delays like the George Massey Tunnel replacement, and the growing pressure on core services like healthcare, education, and public safety.This conversation looks at the long-term implications of current fiscal decisions and how they could impact the cost of living, small businesses, and the broader economic outlook in British Columbia.If you live or do business in BC, this episode will help you understand what’s actually happening behind the headlines.
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In this episode, we sit down with Carson Binda from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation to break down the latest British Columbia budget — focusing on the numbers, not the political spin.We unpack the projected $13.3 billion deficit, rising provincial debt, and what increasing interest costs mean for taxpayers. We also discuss recent tax changes, major infrastructure delays like the George Massey Tunnel replacement, and the growing pressure on core services like healthcare, education, and public safety.This conversation looks at the long-term implications of current fiscal decisions and how they could impact the cost of living, small businesses, and the broader economic outlook in British Columbia.If you live or do business in BC, this episode will help you understand what’s actually happening behind the headlines.
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