Can governments do anything about high gas prices?

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Can governments do anything about high gas  prices?

d5admin · Accepted Answer

Yes, plenty. Starting with suspending carbon taxes, rebating the windfall from the GST or HST applied as a percentage to the higher price. It's not money they've budgeted for and its creating a significant financial burden on Canadians - even those that don't drive. Been to a grocery store and checked out food prices lately?

Date	Regular	Premium	Diesel
2025-10-25:	134.9	164.9	139.9
2025-10-24:	131.9	161.9	134.9
2025-10-23:	130.9	160.9	133.9
2025-10-22:	130.9	160.9	133.9
2025-10-21:	131.9	161.9	133.9

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