Beck will Suspend the Gas Tax On Day 1 Of New Government
For immediate release: September 9, 2024
Beck will Suspend the Gas Tax On Day 1 Of New Government
Families to save over $350; follows announcement to freeze all taxes
REGINA - Today, Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck committed to suspending Scott Moe’s 15 cent/litre gas tax for six months the day she takes office as Premier.
“Families are working harder and harder but under Scott Moe they just can’t get ahead,” Beck said. “Instead of trying to lower costs for Saskatchewan families, Scott Moe and his ministers are more focused on million dollar trips to Dubai and limo rides around Paris. They’ve lost touch."
“Every day I hear from families who’ve had to cancel that summer trip or just can’t seem to make ends meet at the end of the month. That’s why we’re focused on saving you money and putting more money back in your pocket. We will act right away, without delay.”
The Sask. Party government currently charges Saskatchewan families 15 cents a litre in provincial taxes on gas and diesel. Suspending the tax for six months would save families approximately $350.
Beck’s plan for gas tax relief is supported by 74% of Saskatchewan people and would come into effect midnight Day 1 of a Saskatchewan NDP government.
Manitoba, Alberta, Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador have already delivered gas tax relief.
The commitment to suspend the gas tax on Day 1 follows Beck’s guarantee not to raise taxes over the course of her term. As rising costs and affordability remain the number one concern for Saskatchewan residents, Beck will continue to roll out commitments to lower costs and put more money in the pockets of Saskatchewan people.
In contrast, the Sask. Party voted unanimously against gas tax relief, hiked the provincial sales tax from 5% to 6% and expanded it to essentials like groceries and children’s clothes.
Beck kicked off her campaign for change earlier this month with a guarantee to not raise taxes and will soon release a fully-cost platform that balances the budget in her first term.
