As part of the upcoming federal budget, the government will implement an automatic tax filing system for low-income Canadians, which will begin enrolling a million people in 2027 and expand to 5.5 million by 2029, in an effort to ensure access to essential benefits. The budget also includes making the national school food program permanent, which provides meals to 400,000 children annually. Furthermore, the Canada Strong Pass, initially created to promote domestic tourism, will be extended through the holiday season and summer of 2026, offering free access to national parks and museums.
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The Department of Agriculture has eliminated over $1 billion in funding for programs supporting schools and food banks’ purchases from local farmers. This includes a termination of $660 million for the Local Food for Schools program and $420 million for the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program. Multiple states have been notified of these cuts, attributed to a government efficiency initiative aimed at reducing federal spending. The decision is drawing sharp criticism for its negative impact on children, farmers, and underserved communities.
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John Q. Hosedrinker