The overall growth in expenditures is mainly attributed to increased salary costs stemming from collective bargaining adjustments, compensation for inflationary increases and from additional funding provided in Budget 2008 to address several challenges. These included elements such as the "rust out" of CSC’s institutional facilities, maintenance of basic safety and security within institutions, meeting basic legal and policy program obligations, improving results in the areas of community program delivery and increasing control of its institutions.

Spending Trend ($ billions) - Main Extimates, Planned Spending, Total Authorities, Actual Spending from 2006-2007 ($1,865.50), 2007-2008 ($1,963.90 ), 2008-2009 ($2,231.30)