The federal government's budget consultation committee will hear from area community and business leaders at the Civic Centre when it visits Prince George on Jan. 26.
Cariboo-Prince George MP Dick Harris confirmed the date and location in a press release issued Friday for the invitation-only event.
"The format will be an informal roundtable discussion with civic leaders and small business owners who will bring the ideas and views that are representative of their regions and communities," Harris said.
Those who attend have been asked to answer three questions:
1. Canada is on track for balanced budgets in 2015-16. Without throwing Canada off track for balanced budgets, what cost-neutral or non-spending steps can the federal government take in the next budget to help create jobs and promote economic growth?
2. In what areas do you think the federal government can be more efficient and effective?
3. What should Canada's priorities be for the short and long term to encourage private sector growth and leadership in the economy?
"The economy remains the number one priority of the Prime Minister and our government will continue to focus on creating jobs for workers, retirement savings for seniors, and the financial security of all Canadian families," said Harris.
Government whip Gordon O'Connor, who has been the caretaker MP for Prince George-Peace River since Jay Hill retired on Oct. 25, will also be at the meeting.
