Many people complain about equalization payments, but it takes a true policy wonk to fully explain how they work. The equalization moniker might imply fairness, but some, particularly in Alberta, ...

New figures from the federal finance ministry show Manitoba is set to receive a little more than $5 billion in equalization — up from $4.68 billion this year. Equalization payments to the province ...

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It was truly a fiscal roller coaster of emotions. On Dec. 12, Manitoba learned it would be getting a $355-million increase to ...

The official results show that 61.7 per cent of Albertans voted in favour of removing equalization from the constitution You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have ...

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is not giving up the fight to change the federal system of equalization payments to the provinces.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she’s content to let premiers work out a new system for equalization and not join in a legal challenge of the formula brought forth by Newfoundland and Labrador.

The relative economic strength of Canada’s provinces has shifted in recent years, as former powerhouses have struggled while former laggards have improved. Canada’s equalization program, in present ...

François Legault’s promise to wean Quebec off equalization payment isn’t realistic, but it’s good politics Coalition Avenir Quebec Leader Francois Legault, centre, is applauded at a news conference ...

Last week, I said some nice things about Quebec. The province’s turnaround is one of the most positive macroeconomic developments in Canada in recent years, partially offsetting the blow from ...

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is right about one thing: equalization is not working as intended. Essentially, that means it was designed to make us all feel more Canadian — something we desperately ...