Episode
Is Canada's equalization formula broken?
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- The Evan Bray Show
- Published
- Jul 20, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 704
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Summary
Equalization has long been a debated federal program, with supporters calling it essential for ensuring comparable public services across Canada and critics arguing the formula no longer reflects economic reality. But a new study by Tegan Hill, Director, Alberta Policy at the Fraser Institute, suggests the program is "broken." She joins Evan to discuss her findings and what she thinks needs to change.