The New Brunswick legislature in Fredericton. (Image: Brad Perry)
What will be contained in the 2021-22 provincial budget from the Higgs government?
The province has been seeking public feedback since the beginning of the year and had posted an online survey for further input.
The business community is seeking more support from the province amid the pandemic noting how far more help has come from the federal government since COVID-19 started.
Chambers of Commerce across New Brunswick say help is needed to boost e-commerce and the digital economy, investments are required in broadband technology along with a greater push to support local business.
The opposition parties want mental health services to be increased given the recent controversial suicide of a Fredericton teenager.
A pre-budget consultation report posed a number of questions:
- How can private sector investment be stimulated such that it will support a stronger, more resilient economy?
- What have we learned from the pandemic and how can we optimize the use of our resources in delivering dependable public health care?
- What tools and resources are needed to support blended learning in our education system?
- Where should government focus its attention in building vibrant and sustainable communities?
- Where should efforts be prioritized in protecting the environment and addressing the impact of climate change?
- What services can be moved online to reduce costs and increase flexibility for New Brunswickers?
Finance Minister Ernie Steeves will deliver the budget at 1 p.m. from the legislature in Fredericton.
