Is the surplus really $3 billion? CAQ takes another look at the math

Quebec Premier François Legault on Wednesday questioned whether the $3-billion surplus announced last week by his government is an accurate figure, and told reporters the government is reviewing its calculations.
On Friday, provincial Finance Minister Éric Girard commented on the government’s monthly financial report, which indicated a $3-billion surplus had been accumulated between April and August. However, Legault was pouring cold water on the figure Wednesday, questioning