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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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France's Bold Move: Recognition of Palestinian State Sparks Global Tensions

 

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will formally recognize the state of Palestine this September at the United Nations General Assembly, a decision that has ignited fierce backlash from Israel and the United States.

Macron’s Vision for Peace

In a letter to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, Macron emphasized France’s historic commitment to a “just and lasting peace in the Middle East.” He stated, “True to its historic commitment... I have decided that France will recognise the state of Palestine”. France, home to Europe’s largest Jewish and Muslim communities, will become the first major Western power to take this step, potentially influencing other nations to follow suit.

International Reactions

  • Israel: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the move, calling it a “reward for terror” and warning that a Palestinian state under current conditions would be a “launch pad to annihilate Israel”. Defense Minister Israel Katz labeled the decision “a disgrace” and vowed to resist any efforts that could compromise Israeli security.

  • United States: Secretary of State Marco Rubio strongly rejected the plan, stating it “serves Hamas propaganda and sets back peace,” and described it as “a slap in the face to the victims of October 7th”.

  • Canada: Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized Israel’s handling of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and reiterated support for a two-state solution, urging all parties to negotiate a ceasefire in good faith.

Diplomatic Momentum

Macron’s announcement comes ahead of a ministerial-level UN conference co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia, aimed at reviving the two-state solution. The original summit was postponed due to regional tensions and U.S. pressure, but France hopes its recognition will galvanize international support.

Palestinian Response

Palestinian Authority Vice President Hussein Al Sheikh praised France’s decision, saying it reflects “France’s commitment to international law and its support for the Palestinian people’s rights to self-determination”.


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