Chapter 3: Supporting Jobs and Growth

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Introduction

Canada’s Economic Action Plan is working. Since the beginning of the recovery, the Canadian economy has continued to create jobs, with over 1 million more Canadians working today than during the worst part of the recession. However, given the ongoing uncertainty in the global economic environment, it is important for the Government to continue to focus on supporting job creation and economic growth.

Building on actions taken since 2006, Economic Action Plan 2014 continues to implement the Government’s plan for jobs and growth by:

• Connecting Canadians with available jobs by helping them to acquire the skills that will get them hired or help them get better jobs;
• Fostering job creation, innovation and trade by keeping taxes low; reducing the tax compliance burden; and continuing to provide Canadian businesses and investors with the market access they need to succeed in the global economy;
• Developing resources responsibly, conserving Canada’s natural heritage, and investing in infrastructure and transportation by supporting the mining, forestry and agriculture sectors; investing in national parks and conservation initiatives; expanding tax support for clean energy; and making strategic investments in public infrastructure and transportation services; and
• Supporting families and communities by taking additional steps to protect Canadian consumers; keeping taxes low for families; and improving the safety of Canadians.

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