Previewing the budget: federal Finance Minister Paul Martin vows that he will stay the course
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Martin has vowed to stick to his earlier agenda of reducing the federal deficit to 2% of GDP by 1997-98. His 1996-97 budget will be released in Mar 1996, and inside sources say Martin will make $2 billion in spending cuts, but will not raise taxes. Details of the budget are provided.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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The heat is on; Paul Martin is resisting backbench pressure to put more money into job creation
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Canadian members of parliament are pressuring Paul Martin to spend revenue on creating jobs rather on reducing the deficit. Martin is determined to keep to the deficit reduction target and is relying on improved economic conditions to spur the private sector to create jobs.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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'The toughest portfolio:' 'Maz' is living his lifelong dream
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Conservative Party member and federal finance minister Donald Mazankowski hopes to provide a plan that will stimulate Canada's economy. Mazankowski is a versatile politician skilled at making effective policies.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1992
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