Sask. premier says removal of industrial carbon tax done after taking cue from Ottawa
- Saskatchewan will become the first fully carbon tax-free province in Canada, as announced by Premier Scott Moe, aiming to save families and businesses substantial money amid tariff threats from the United States.
- The removal of the carbon tax is expected to save hundreds of dollars a year for consumers and businesses.
- The immediate effect of the decision is the removal of the industrial carbon tax rate, which will go into effect on April 1.
- NDP leader Carla Beck supports the removal but expresses concerns over potential budget impacts during economic instability.
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Sask. premier says removal of industrial carbon tax done after taking cue from Ottawa
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says the provincial government took Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to end the federal consumer carbon tax as a cue to remove the province’s industrial based carbon tax.
Saskatchewan to Be Completely ‘Carbon Tax-Free' as Moe Vows to End Industrial Levy
Premier Scott Moe has announced his government will take steps to remove the carbon tax on industry in Saskatchewan, making it the first province in Canada to be “fully carbon tax-free.” Moe said setting the industrial carbon tax rate to “0 percent” will help businesses be more competitive as the United States continues to impose tariffs on Canada, and will give consumers “a break.” “The immediate effect is the removal of the carbon tax on your …
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