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Feds’ COVID-19 debt hits $278.8-billion, but government debt payments are falling

The government actually spent less on debt charges this summer than last, thanks to low interest rates and a rush from the Bank of Canada and other investors to gobble up government bonds.

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November 8, 2020

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Feds’ COVID-19 debt hits $278.8-billion, but government debt payments are falling

The government actually spent less on debt charges this summer than last, thanks to low interest rates and a rush from the Bank of Canada and other investors to gobble up government bonds.

Digital services tax retreat risks showing ‘Canada will fold’ in Trump trade talks, warn experts

Finance Canada to boost spending 10 per cent by 2027 as debt costs, transfers rise

Spy agency threat assessment singles out China for ‘aggressive cyber program’

PSPC’s three-year $17.5-billion spending plan lacks clear roadmap to future goals, say insiders

PCO forecasts $64-million cut, dropping 64 staff over next three years

Queer Senators now outnumber MPs on Pride Caucus, as group looks to include allies

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‘What is being promised?’: NDP, labour call for more transparency in trade talks with Trump

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Feds’ COVID-19 debt hits $278.8-billion, but government debt payments are falling

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