Equalization Reform: Needs-Based Formula

⚠ This is a flightplan, not a commitment. Flightplans are hypothetical policy proposals modelled in the Ducklings causal simulation. They become projects only when voted into adoption through Consensus. Metrics shown reflect simulation model outputs, not real-world outcomes.

$3.20B CAD (revenue)

Fiscal Impact

Short-term (0–2 years)

Time Horizon

Not assessed

Implementation Risk

Epoch 1

Continuum Entry

Overview

Reforming the equalization formula to better account for provincial fiscal capacity reduces total payments by $3.2B, shifting resources toward have-not provinces with the greatest need.

Ducklings Simulation

This proposal is active in the Ducklings causal simulation (Epoch 1). The simulation models downstream effects using a BFS cascade engine with strength-weighted, time-delayed edges capped at 3-hop depth and ±25% per-hop limits. Cascade outputs are bounded by variable saturation thresholds.

Domain: Fiscal Policy | Proposal ID: 24 | Series: Continuum

How to Engage

Discuss this flightplan in the Pond forum under Fiscal Policy. Vote on adoption through Consensus. Adopted flightplans become projects with real-world implementation tracking.

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