Mr. Speaker, the deficit for this year is a little less than $14 million. There is also $30 million in supp reserves that is not allocated. So, in effect, we have a little bit of a cushion, Mr. Speaker, but I know there are going to be requests from departments this year. I know there are going to be requests because of inflationary pressures, et cetera. I should tell you that that $30 million will soon be a shade under $27 million because we've taken the recommendation of the Standing Committee on Finance about financing the wellness program out of supplementary appropriations. So we have a little less than $27 million not allocated at the present time, Mr. Speaker. Thank you.
John Pollard on Question 246-12(7): Initiatives To Counter Federal Budget Reductions
In the Legislative Assembly on March 6th, 1995. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 246-12(7): Initiatives To Counter Federal Budget Reductions
Question 246-12(7): Initiatives To Counter Federal Budget Reductions
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