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Budget 2024 consultation

Last updated on September 18, 2023

B.C. is a great place to live, but people here, and around the world, are currently facing some big challenges. Higher costs are stretching household budgets, and even with inflation easing from record highs, there remains the possibility of a worldwide economic downturn. 

B.C.’s stronger future is built on a solid foundation. Thousands of new affordable homes are currently under construction or complete. Families are accessing new affordable childcare spaces in their communities and saving as much as an additional $550 per month. More people are learning new skills and finding good-paying jobs. 

The Province is taking actions to help people with everyday costs by making all prescription contraception free in B.C., increasing the B.C. Family Benefit and Climate Action Tax Credit, limiting rent increases, and eliminating tolls and MSP premiums.

In the face of global, cost-of-living challenges, the B.C. government is making choices that work for people. The 2024 Budget consultation is the public’s opportunity to share their ideas and ensure their voices are reflected in B.C.’s plan for the future.

Parliamentary committee

The Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services is one of ten permanent parliamentary committees of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. Each year, the committee holds province-wide consultations to seek the views of British Columbians on priorities for the next provincial budget and presents a final report with recommendations to the Legislative Assembly.

Current budget consultation

B.C. Government Communications and Public Engagement reconnaît le soutien financier de la province de la Colombie-Britannique et du gouvernement du Canada par le biais de l'Entente Canada-Colombie-Britannique relative aux services en français.

How to submit your ideas

To participate in the consultation process, please visit the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services.

Previous budget consultations

View budget consultation papers from previous years:

Minister of Finance
Photo of the Honourable Katrine Conroy

Honourable Katrine Conroy