Canadians deserve long-term energy solutions, not short-term fixes

This winter, the government needs to remove taxes on lower-emission home energy sources like propane.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau holds a press conference with the Liberal Atlantic caucus to make an announcement about removing the carbon price on home heating oil on Oct. 26, 2023.

A two-month tax holiday on non-essentials like game consoles and snack foods is a short-sighted attempt to solve Canada’s affordability crisis. What Canadians need is a long-term, practical approach to reducing basic living costs. This winter, the government needs to remov...

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