The federal budget implementation bill was passed in the Senate on Thursday.

Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, welcomed the support of the Senate and the House of Commons for the passage of the legislation that he says “will help provide the immediate economic stimulus the Canadian economy needs to combat the global recession.”

The bill allows for the implementation of important elements of Budget 2009. Key measures in the bill include improved access to financing for Canadian households and businesses, strengthened benefits for Canadian workers, enhanced availability of training, and increased Employment Insurance benefits and tax relief for Canadians.

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