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Local farmers made their way into the region today, in protest of the Federal governments recent carbon tax hike and it’s cost on production. Lexy Benedict reports.

University of Ottawa assistant professor Leslie Shiell talks about how it impacts Canadians, and whether it’s an effective tool in reducing carbon emissions.

The federal carbon tax has increased by 23 per cent, meaning burning fossil fuels will cost most Canadians more money, but they’ll also get more money in rebates. David Akin explains why hundreds of economists support the hike; how politicians from all sides are criticizing the increase; how Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is responding; and...

On Monday, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe expressed his concerns with the upcoming federal budget saying he expects the cost of the carbon tax to rise while infrastructure funding will decrease if there is any included in the budget at all.

The most obvious effect of Monday’s carbon tax increase in B.C.’s is at the gas pumps. As Rumina Daya reports, while critics are blasting the increase, the NDP government is standing firm.

Protesters angry about the latest carbon tax increase rallied at several locations around B.C. Monday, calling for the program to be cut. Catherine Urquhart reports.

The provincial carbon tax is going up today, in line with the federal hike. That has sparked protests across the country. U.B.C. political scientist Kathryn Harrison analyzes what the tax means for consumers.

Despite repeated pushback, the federal government has increased the carbon tax. The price on pollution rose on Monday as part of a plan to slash emissions over the next six years. Robert Lothian takes a look at what that could mean for consumers in the region.

Money expert Rubina Ahmed-Haq joins us to demystify the recent carbon tax increase and its impact on Canadians. Amidst protests and debates, she clarifies how the price on pollution works and discusses the rebates for families across the country.

Canadians are on the eve of paying more taxes. Despite several premiers asking for a pause, Monday will see the federal carbon tax increase. As Jasmine King explains, Alberta is being hit with a one-two punch, with the province dealing the second blow.

The carbon tax continues to be a hot button issue for voters, with the federal conservatives using it as a wedge issue. But according to a new poll, support for a price hike has increased. Legislative bureau chief Keith Baldrey reports.

With the carbon price set to increase by $15 per tonne on April 1, Pierre Poilievre has spent the past month hosting Axe the Tax rallies and releasing new ads calling to “spike the hike.” He brought the rally to Edmonton, drawing a crowd of Conservative supporters.

As Canadians hit the road this holiday weekend, many are bracing for what could be a more expensive return home. The federal carbon tax hike takes effect on Monday with gas prices set to rise three cents a litre. The majority of premiers are expressing their displeasure, prompting the prime minister to fire back and...

The price at the pump is set to go up again April 1 due to the political hot potato that is the carbon tax. Alissa Thibault explains who will be paying more and who’ll be getting a break.

Starting April 1, it’s going to cost 3.3 cents per litre more to fill your vehicle with gas. This comes as the national price on pollution rises $15 per tonne across Canada — except in British Columbia, Quebec and the Northwest Territories. In Business Matters, Anne Gaviola has more on the increase in the consumer...

Canada’s carbon tax is set to increase by $15 on April 1st. Multiple premiers have expressed their opposition to the hike as inflationary pressure persists, but questions remain on what the future of carbon pricing could look like across the country. Jasmine King reports.

Alberta was hit with both the federal carbon tax increase and an fully reinstated provincial fuel tax on Monday. As Morgan Black explains, it triggered protests from residents who say the government is making life unaffordable.

New Brunswick premier Blaine Higgs appeared before a federal committee on Thursday to share his concerns about the carbon tax. As Nathalie Sturgeon reports, the premier was asked about his alternative plan for the province without a price on pollution.

The carbon tax is set to go up from 14 cents to 17 cents on April 1st. Provincial premiers from across the country have protested the coming increase, but B.C. is holding steady. Global News Morning discusses BC’s position with former BC Environment Minister Barry Penner.

A House of Commons committee hearing on carbon pricing was held in Ottawa on Thursday, which was sparked by the premiers of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan and Alberta publishing urgent letters requesting to appear before the Liberal-led House Finance Committee to air their concerns about the looming hike. In one exchange, Liberal MP Irek...