Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Yes, we expect in this current year, 1999-2000, to have a deficit. I expect that in 2000-2001, we will likely look at another deficit. I do not think it is going to be possible in the short term to see a balanced budget in the next fiscal year. I think we can take some important steps to working towards a balanced budget in the longer term. I do not see how that would be possible right now. We will do everything we can to keep the deficit well under control and we will certainly try not to hit that wall. We have made that commitment. Thank you.
Joe Handley on Question 20-14(2): Solution To Financial Problems
In the Legislative Assembly on February 23rd, 2000. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 20-14(2): Solution To Financial Problems
Question 20-14(2): Solution To Financial Problems
Item 6: Oral Questions
February 22nd, 2000
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