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The Gas Tax Holiday Ends in 24 Days — Here's the Real Math on What You'll Save

  Published August 14, 2026 Ottawa's fuel excise tax suspension shuts off September 7. Here's what it's actually been worth at the pump, what changes the next morning, and who should plan a fill-up before Labour Day. The Countdown The federal fuel excise tax returns to full rate on September 8, 2026 — that's 24 days from today. Prices reset to their pre-April 20 rate the moment the clock hits midnight. If you've noticed gas feeling a little less painful since spring, that wasn't your imagination. On April 20, 2026, Ottawa suspended the federal fuel excise tax — 10 cents a litre off gasoline, 4 cents off diesel — as Middle East oil-supply disruptions pushed pump prices toward $2 a litre in some cities. The suspension, passed as part of Bill C-30, has been running for nearly four months. It ends September 7, inclusive. On September 8, the tax comes right back. What the holiday actually saved you The headline number — 10 cents a litre on gas — undersells it sligh...
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Escalation in the Shadows: Israel Strikes Tehran as Iran Renews Missile Assaults

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Israel launched targeted airstrikes on Iranian government facilities and the notorious Evin Prison in Tehran on Monday, responding to a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks from Iran. The strikes come amid heightened regional tensions following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend.

According to Israeli defense officials, the strikes aimed at “military command centers” and infrastructure linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, including roads near the Fordo nuclear facility to hinder access. One of the most symbolic targets was Evin Prison, known for housing political prisoners and dual nationals, which reportedly suffered damage to its main gate.

Iran, for its part, described its missile barrage as part of “Operation True Promise 3,” targeting Israeli cities including Haifa and Tel Aviv. Explosions were also reported in Jerusalem, though no major damage has been confirmed.

The United Nations nuclear watchdog warned of “very significant damage” at Iran’s Fordo facility following the U.S. strikes, raising fears of a broader conflict involving multiple global powers.

As both nations brace for potential retaliation, international leaders are urging restraint and a return to diplomacy. The European Union emphasized the urgent need to de-escalate, warning that the risk of a wider regional war is growing by the hour.

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