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  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY If your financial position is not as secure as you would like it to be the events of the next 12 months will bring opportunities to boost your income to the extent that you no longer have to worry about money. It’s not a sin to be rich! ARIES (March 21 - April 20): So many things are going right for you now that life seems like a bit of a breeze, but don’t get too pleased with yourself because there are some big challenges coming up. Prepare yourself by making sure you are on good terms with your workmates. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): Your long-term success will depend to a large extent on the decisions you make over the coming week. As Mars moves into the most adventurous area of your chart you must throw off any and all self-doubt and dive headlong into the future. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): The time for talk is over and you need to get tough with someone whose negativity is holding you back. Let them know they can come with you on your new journey or ...
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Canada’s Carbon Price Set to Rise on April 1: What You Need to Know

Canada’s carbon price is poised to increase on April 1, despite some provincial leaders expressing concerns about affordability. Let’s delve into the details:

The impending carbon price hike is not unexpected. It’s a fundamental policy of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority Liberal government. By putting a price on pollution, the aim is to encourage people to use fewer fossil fuels, ultimately reducing emissions from the economy. Annual increases are part of the government’s overall pricing scheme, with plans extending until at least 2030.

For most Canadians, the impact of the April 1 increase will be most noticeable at the gas station and on energy bills. Here’s how it breaks down:

  • Gasoline: The carbon tax will add 17 cents per liter.
  • Diesel: Expect an additional 21 cents per liter.
  • Natural Gas: The increase amounts to 15 cents per cubic meter.

Keep in mind that British Columbia, Quebec, and the Northwest Territories have their own carbon pricing systems in place, while other provinces and territories fall under the federal backstop plan.

While the carbon price does play a role in household affordability, it’s essential to recognize that its effects are relatively small compared to global oil prices and corporate profitability. Canadians may also experience indirect effects, such as transportation costs influencing food prices.

In summary, Canada’s commitment to tackling climate change involves incremental carbon price increases, aiming for a greener and more sustainable future.

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