B.C. government presents $89B budget with record spending

The B.C. government presented an $89-billion budget with record spending on health and education, financed by an expected $7.9-billion deficit in 2024-2025. The budget includes relief for families and businesses, a flipping tax on home sales, and increased benefits for low- and middle-income families. The province's debt is projected to reach $81.7 billion by 2026-2027. The budget also focuses on countering climate change impacts and supporting the mining sector.