To align with the new fall budgeting cycle introduced by the government in 2025, the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance is launching its pre-budget consultations this spring.
By moving the consultation period earlier in the year, the committee aims to give Canadians more time and better opportunities to share their views. This updated timeline helps ensure that input from individuals and organizations across the country is fully considered before the budget is presented in the fall.
The House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance has launched its pre-budget consultations for the 2026 federal budget. The committee is inviting Canadians and organizations to submit written recommendations to inform its advice to the federal government.
The deadline for submitting written briefs through the committee’s website is no later than Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Written briefs must be no longer than 2,000 words and should adhere to the following template. All text contained in the written brief, including – but not limited to – graphs, quotes, images and footnotes will count towards the limit of 2,000 words. Only one written brief per organization or individual will be accepted. Written briefs that do not meet these requirements may not be considered by the committee. Following translation, the written briefs will be posted on the committee’s website. All those who submit a written brief will be considered as having made a request to appear before the committee.