You are correct but the government is supposed to spend money with great care. The current Ontario government is pissing away billions that the average taxpayer could use. It is also giving special treatment to politically powerful allies to retain power. Buying pizzas for the teachers union during negotiations seriously? 

I love the one where companies use substandard asphalt then lie to the government about the quality of the materials used. And they continue to get contacts, wonder why, political donations perhaps.