However, these components of spending, amounting to about $ 33 billion, were still not included in the total Main Estimates for 2015 - 16 and 2016 - 17. (3dpolicy.ca)
In previous blogs, we have detailed the differences in concepts and coverage between Budget expenses and Main Estimates spending. (3dpolicy.ca)
This is why the government had to table Main Estimates on March 1st. (3dpolicy.ca)