Cheers and jeers

What they're saying about the mini-budget

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FES HANGOVER REPORT — If you’re reading this newsletter, you already know what the government and Oppo are saying about the Fall Economic Statement. MPPs won’t get a proper crack at the mini-budget bill until debates return when the House reconvenes next week — meantime, sate yourself with reaction and analysis from folks beyond the bubble…

Ontario Hospital Association: “As Ontario continues to face strong global headwinds resulting from the trade war initiated by the United States, the Ontario Hospital Association recognizes the tremendous economic uncertainty the Government of Ontario is facing.” Still: “These challenges have required the government to make difficult decisions to strengthen our economy, and the release of the Fall Economic Statement confirms that the hospital sector’s full revenue needs will not be met in 2025-26.”

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business sees some “positive” nuggets, but: “Small businesses need more direct measures like WSIB sur…