Edmonton Journal
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Aug 17, 2026
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Alberta again not committing to gas tax cut following Poilievre appeal for federal fuel break
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Alberta again not committing to gas tax cut following Poilievre appeal for federal fuel break
'Alberta’s government will continue to monitor oil prices and if they remain high over future quarters, we will determine the best way to ensure relief is being delivered directly to Albertans,' reads a statement from Finance Minister Jason Nixon's office
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Published Aug 17, 2026
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