Last year, for the first time in the Province's history, Government opened to the public the decision making process leading to the annual Budget. Many people told Government about high taxes and where public monies should be spent. This input was invaluable in preparing the 1996 Budget.

During the coming weeks, a series of public meetings, chaired by the Minister of Finance, will be held around the Province. You can attend one of these meetings, write, phone, fax, e-mail or visit us on the internet. You may also fill out the questionnaire at the back of this paper. Help us prepare the 1997 Budget.

This paper outlines the sources of Government's funds, where our money is spent, our debt and the economic outlook for our Province.

If you wish additional information about the pre-budget public consultation process, please contact us by:

• calling our toll-free phone number 1-800-563-7442
• e-mailing us at choices@fine.gov.nf.ca
• visiting us on the internet at /choices.htm
• faxing us at 709-729-2095
• writing us at

• • Making Choices
    c/o Minister of Finance
    Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
    P.O.Box 8700
    St.John's, NF
    A1B 4J6

For those with special needs, this paper also is available in alternative format.

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