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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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Israel Dismisses Claims of Lebanon Talks and Missile Interceptor Shortages

 

Iraeli soldiers and military vehicles on the Israeli side of the Israel-Lebanon border, amid escalation between Hezbollah and Israel.

Israel’s foreign minister has firmly rejected reports suggesting imminent direct talks with Lebanon or a shortage of missile interceptors, pushing back against claims circulating in regional media. 

Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has denied reports that the country is preparing to enter direct negotiations with Lebanon, following media claims that such talks could begin soon. The reports, originating from Israeli outlet Haaretz, suggested that diplomatic engagement was imminent amid ongoing regional tensions. Saar rejected these assertions outright, stating that no such discussions were planned. 

In addition, Saar refuted claims that Israel had informed the United States of critically low supplies of ballistic missile interceptors. The report, initially published by Semafor and echoed by other outlets, alleged that Israel was facing a shortage amid heightened conflict dynamics. Saar dismissed the allegation, reiterating that Israel had not communicated any such concern to Washington. 

The foreign minister emphasized Israel’s alignment with the United States in its broader regional strategy, particularly regarding ongoing tensions with Iran. He underscored that Israel remains focused on long-term security measures rather than short-term crisis management. 


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