The province will unveil its financial blueprint for the coming year this afternoon, with the government hinting that its new budget will include support for people affected by tariffs imposed by the United States, as well as new spending to create jobs.
Finance minister Adrian Sala says there will essentially be two budgets — a regular one and a contingency one to deal with the impact of tariffs on Manitoba goods.
The province has already offered businesses the option of deferring some taxes, and Sala hinted more help may be on the way.
Sala adds they remain committed to balancing the budget and ending a string of deficits before the next election, expected in 2027, but says spending is required to bolster Manitoba’s economy.
