SummarySpren for "Fuel tax rebate"
- • Canada's agricultural sector is of great importance to the economy, trade, and jobs, and the government agrees with the intent of Bill C-234 to support farmers.
• However, the bill is not appropriately structured to achieve this objective, as it does not take into account the unique needs of farmers and could undermine Canada's efforts to address climate change.
- • The Liberal government has a plan to address climate change, including a price on pollution, while the Conservative Party denies the existence of climate change and has no plan to address rising food costs.
• The Conservative Party has a history of supporting a price on pollution, but has since abandoned this position and now denies the existence of climate change, despite the evidence of its impact on food prices and the economy.
- • The average family of four in Alberta receives a carbon pricing rebate of $386 four times a year, plus a rural top-up if they live in a rural area.
• The Liberal Party is highlighting the rebate aspect of carbon pricing, asking constituents how they feel about receiving the rebate cheque directly into their accounts.
- • The carbon tax is not a revenue-neutral tax, but rather a costly measure that raises prices for Canadians, particularly in rural areas.
• The Liberal government's claim that the carbon tax will give Canadians back the money they paid is dishonest, as 60% of Canadians will end up paying more in direct and indirect costs.