Potash, oil production boosts revenue
The government set aside $2.8 billion over three years to cover inflation-fighting programs and payouts
Compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year, government revenues were up 18.6%
The province's fall economic outlook forecasts a deficit of $12.9 billion in this fiscal year
The province projects an increase of $739 million over the figure forecasted in March
Corporations could choose to reward shareholders through dividends instead
The Liberals are proposing a 2% tax on corporate stock buybacks
The finance minister has warned not to expect more stimulus that would further fuel inflation
Program expenses dropped to $190B from $154.5B in first five months of 21-22
Revenues $1.3B over budget but net debt topped $16B