David EbyEconomy · BudgetBritish Columbia's $13.8-billion deficitTHEN · Pledge to cut bureaucracy and spending to shrink the deficit while protecting front-line services.↓NOW · Feb 20, 2026Says the budget aims to grow the economy and stabilize finances while the deficit reflects volatile resource revenues and wider pressures.
Brenda BaileyEconomy · BudgetBritish Columbia's $13.8-billion deficitDefends the budget, avoids deep austerity, pauses some initiatives, and balances spending with low taxes for middle-income families.
Lorne DoerksonEconomy · BudgetBritish Columbia's $13.8-billion deficitQuestions how B.C. can manage recurring deficits, citing concern about a potential $14-billion shortfall and uncertainty over the books.
Peter MilobarEconomy · BudgetBritish Columbia's $13.8-billion deficitCriticize government for overspending and rising debt costs that burden seniors, families and small businesses.
Rob BotterellEconomy · BudgetBritish Columbia's $13.8-billion deficitCriticizes the budget’s priorities and transparency, saying it burdens British Columbians.
