How Ottawa Spends, 2004-2005: Mandate Change and Continuity in the Paul Martin Era (How Ottawa Spends Series)

by G. Bruce Doern

Drawing on the work of academics and other experts from across Canada, Carleton University's School of Public Policy and Administration's annual book takes a focused and robust look at an era where a political coronation seemed inevitable but high expectations had to be managed downwards almost immediately. A less-than-buoyant fiscal surplus, escalating concerns about liberal ethics and corruption, and a growing volatility in public opinion are examined as are Canadians' increasingly uncertain views about the new Liberal leadership versus the old Liberal Party's ten-year hold on power. A new Conservative Party and a suddenly feisty New Democratic Party are also a central part of the new 2004-2005 Canadian political and policy milieu.

296 pages, Paperback

First published October 19, 2004

About the author

Dr. Bruce Doern is Distinguished Research Professor in the School and also Professor Emeritus in the Politics Department at the University Exeter in the UK.

He continues to actively research and publish in several fields of Canadian, comparative and international public policy and governance including; environment, energy, science, technology and innovation, biotechnology; food and health; regulation, public budgeting, trade, and intellectual property.