EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 27 MIN
Mark Carney’s economic update
from Front Burner
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government has delivered its spring economic update amidst an unpredictable global backdrop. It included a better-than-expected deficit figure and billions of dollars for skilled trades workers, as well as a sovereign wealth fund. Senior business correspondent Peter Armstrong breaks down what the document tells us about Canada’s finances and the Liberal government’s priorities.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts
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Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government has delivered its spring economic update amidst an unpredictable global backdrop. It included a better-than-expected deficit figure and billions of dollars for skilled trades workers, as well as a sovereign wealth fund. Senior business correspondent Peter Armstrong breaks down what the document tells us about Canada’s finances and the Liberal government’s priorities.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts
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