Minister Champagne introduces legislation to extend the federal fuel excise tax relief for Canadians
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Minister Champagne introduces legislation to extend the federal fuel excise tax relief for Canadians
| Department of Finance Canada | news releases
Minister Champagne introduces legislation to extend the federal fuel excise tax relief for Canadians
| Department of Finance Canada | news releases
In the face of ongoing trade disputes, including those around softwood lumber, the Government of Canada is taking decisive action to support the forest sector. We are committed to protecting workers and jobs, and giving Canadian companies the stability they need to weather short-term shocks and retool for a stronger, more diversified future.
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The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly qualified candidates who are able to best serve the interests of Canadians, through open, competency-based selection processes for all Governor-in-Council appointments.
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Minister Champagne welcomes Canada Growth Fund investment in Ontario copper and palladium mine
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Yesterday, the Government of Canada concluded its pre-budget consultations for Budget 2026. In the face of ongoing affordability pressures and recent U.S. tariff actions, Budget 2026 will outline the government's next steps to support Canadian workers and businesses, create the conditions for businesses to grow and invest, strengthen Canada’s competitiveness, and build a more resilient and prosperous economy.
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Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, announced that the government is extending the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax until January 31, 2027, and applying 50% of the regular excise tax rate from February 1 through March 31, 2027. This will bring down everyday costs for Canadians, including truckers and businesses in the food, agriculture, housing, construction, and delivery sectors.
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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, today concluded a series of high-level meetings in Asheville, North Carolina, where he and Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, represented Canada at the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting.
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As the global landscape is marked by rapid changes and uncertainty for economies, businesses, and workers, Canada is focused on what we can control. We are building our strength at home, diversifying our trade partnerships, and building new relationships around the world.
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The Government of Canada has negotiated intensively and in good faith with the United States (U.S.) toward a fair and comprehensive trade agreement that would protect Canadian workers and their families, strengthen the economy, provide greater certainty for businesses, and respect Canada’s sovereignty.
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Following the U.S. decision to impose a 50 per cent tariff on $27.6 billion of Canadian goods effective August 22, Minister Champagne confirmed today that Canada will match the new U.S. tariffs dollar for dollar, rate for rate, with additional Canadian tariffs on U.S. goods.