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Budget Day 2026: What a $63B+ Deficit Means for Your Wallet

  Canadian Money Brief • Thursday, November 5, 2026 Ottawa tables its second Carney-era budget today. Almost everyone expects big spending. Hardly anyone expects it to help their own bank account. Here is what the numbers say, and what to do about it. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne says today’s budget is about “changing Canada’s growth model”: less reliance on the U.S., more building at home. That is a big-picture pitch. Your household budget is a small-picture problem, and a new Abacus Data poll shows the gap between the two is wide. The poll in one line: only 10% of Canadians expect Budget 2026 to make their household better off. 30% expect to be worse off, and 48% expect little difference. (Abacus Data, 1,809 adults, Oct. 30 to Nov. 3.) The deficit, in plain numbers The Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) is the government’s independent fiscal referee. Its latest outlook, which predates the budget and only counts measures already announced, sets the stage: PBO proj...

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Biden Labels Debate Performance as 'Bad Night'; Senior Democrats Support Continuation of Campaign

In a recent development on the U.S. political front, President Joe Biden openly acknowledged a lackluster performance in a recent debate, describing it as 'a bad night'. Despite this critique of his own showing, influential members of the Democratic Party have indicated they will not advocate for Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race.

The comment by Biden highlights the competitive nature of the electoral process as the campaign season heats up. The debated event has been recognized for its pivotal moments, with candidates facing challenges in articulating their policy positions and demonstrating leadership capabilities to the electorate.

Senior Democrats, while acknowledging the significance of debate performances in shaping public opinion, have reiterated their support for Biden's candidacy. Their stance underscores a unified front within the party, emphasizing continuity and resilience as they navigate through the upcoming electoral hurdles.

The steadfast backing from prominent Democratic leaders reflects their confidence in Biden's ability to maneuver through the complexities of the presidential contest and effectively communicate his vision for the nation. As the election cycle progresses, Biden continues to emphasize the achievements of his administration and outline future policy objectives aimed at resonating with a diverse electorate.

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