Statement from the Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer

I am honoured to serve Parliament as the interim Parliamentary Budget Officer during this critical time of budgetary debate.

Our office remains committed to its core mandate: providing independent, non-partisan analysis of the nation’s finances, the Government’s estimates and the Canadian economy.

As we begin this new chapter, I first want to recognize my predecessor. I personally thank Yves Giroux for his exceptional leadership and friendship. He set a high standard of excellence, and our team is dedicated to upholding it.

Parliamentarians and the public can be confident that our work will continue without interruption. We will provide the clear, accessible, and transparent financial and economic analysis you expect, ensuring stability during this interim period. Our work will always be guided by evidence and a commitment to support informed debate.

Parliament faces key budgetary issues in the months ahead, and upcoming decisions will impact all Canadians. Our door is open. We encourage parliamentarians and their staff to reach out for briefings or with questions. We promise to be responsive, clear, and impartial.