What Should Newfoundland and Labrador Spend Money On?
Official title: Budget 2026
The provincial government is planning its 2026-27 budget and wants to know what matters to you. What programs deserve more funding? What should get less? This is your chance to shape how the province spends its money.
Why This Matters
This budget will affect everything from healthcare wait times to road repairs to school funding. Live in Newfoundland and Labrador? The choices made here touch your daily life. Whether you're worried about housing costs, healthcare access, or job opportunities, this is your chance to speak up.
What Could Change
Budget priorities could shift based on public feedback. Programs residents value most may see increased funding, while others could face cuts. The Department of Finance will review all input when finalizing spending decisions for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Key Issues
- What should the government spend more money on?
- What should the government spend less money on?
How to Participate
- Complete the online questionnaire. It takes 10-20 minutes and your responses are anonymous.
- Or mail a written submission to the Department of Finance at P.O. Box 8700, St. John's, NL A1B 4J6 by the deadline.
Submit Your Input
Questions Being Asked (2)
- What do you think the government should spend money on?
- What should we spend less on?