
Minister of Finance and National Revenue Francois-Philippe Champagne rises during question period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on June 2, 2025. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
Ottawa is seeking input from Canadians on defence spending and how to best strengthen the economy during an ongoing trade war, as it prepares to announce a federal budget this fall.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne launched consultations for the budget this week that will be held until Aug. 28.