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Alberta Finance Minister Says Stimulus More Important Than Credit Rating

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 18 Apr, 2016 10:47 AM
    CALGARY — Alberta Finance Minister Joe Ceci says the NDP government's plan to inject fiscal stimulus into the province's economy is more important than its fallen credit rating.
     
    Ceci addressed the Calgary Chamber of Commerce today, days after DBRS downgraded Alberta's triple-A credit rating to double A.
     
    He said the credit downgrade was a disappointment but it would take "draconian cuts" to restore it.
     
    He said the NDP's plan to stimulate growth will help address future budget shortfalls, with a balance budget expected by 2024.
     
    Last Thursday, Ceci tabled a budget that forecasts a $10.4 billion deficit this fiscal year, driven largely by plunging oil revenues.
     
    He reiterated today his commitment not introduce a provincial sales tax to balance the budget, a statement that drew tepid applause.
     
    Afterwards, in response to questions about the possibility of bringing in the tax, he said the government's promise not to do so is "iron-clad."

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