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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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Ottawa Unveils Five‑Year GST Credit Boost With Special June Top‑Up

Prime Minister Mark Carney makes a point as he answers a question from media during an event at a grocery store in Ottawa on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. 

Ottawa is moving ahead with a major affordability measure aimed at helping low‑ and modest‑income Canadians manage rising household costs. The federal government plans to increase the GST credit by 25% for the next five years, providing a steady boost to quarterly payments for millions of eligible residents.

To deliver more immediate relief, a one‑time top‑up will also be issued in June, giving households an extra financial lift as food and essential expenses continue to strain budgets.

Under the enhanced benefit, a family of four could receive close to $1,900 in the first year, while a single individual may see their annual support rise to nearly $950. The government says the measure is part of a broader effort to improve affordability while longer‑term strategies to address high living costs continue to develop.


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