Bill C-6: Appropriation Act No. 1, 2025-26

This bill does not directly regulate private businesses but funds the federal departments and agencies that businesses interact with daily. It funds entities like the Canada Revenue Agency (which processes tax filings and audits), the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (which inspects food processors and farms), the Canada Border Services Agency (which clears imports and exports), Immigration departments (which process work permits and visas), and regional economic development agencies that provide grants and contributions to small and medium businesses across all provinces. The spending levels determine the capacity and speed of government services that businesses of all sizes depend on, from sole proprietors waiting on permits to large employers navigating regulatory compliance.