Under the Budget Transparency
and Accountability Act, the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services holds an annual
public consultation on the next provincial budget. British Columbians
can share their thoughts, ideas, and priorities through a variety of
participation options. Per the Act, the budget consultation process does not occur in the fourth calendar
year following a provincial general election. With the last election in 2020
and the next provincial general election scheduled for October 19, 2024, no
consultation will take place this year. British Columbians
will be invited to share their thoughts, ideas, and priorities in 2025, when
the Committee is expected to resume its annual budget consultation.
Why does the Committee consult on the provincial budget?
The Budget Transparency and Accountability Act SBC 2000, c.23 requires a select standing committee of the Legislative Assembly to hold a budget consultation and report on the results by November 15 each year. The Legislative Assembly has assigned this task to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services.
The Act also requires the Minister of Finance to release a budget consultation paper which is referred to the Committee and outlines the province's fiscal forecast, key budget issues and how British Columbians can share their views.
How can I participate?
Appearing before the Committee
Provide your written input
Additional participation options
If you require assistance or support to facilitate your participation, please contact the Parliamentary Committees Office at 250-356-2933 or 1-877-428-8337 (toll-free in BC) or FinanceCommittee@leg.bc.ca.
What happens with my input?
The Committee considers the priorities expressed by British Columbians and develops recommendations for the next provincial budget. Your input and the Committee's recommendations are included in a report to the Legislative Assembly that is publicly released on or before November 15 each year.
Please note, your written input and name will be publicly posted on the
Committee's website.
How can I stay up-to-date on the consultation?
Keep an eye on our website, Twitter and Facebook.
To receive direct updates about the consultation, contact FinanceCommittee@leg.bc.ca to be added to our email distribution list.