Alberta provides relief on fuel and utility costs

Added on 10 March 2022

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Alberta provides relief on fuel and utility costs

The province of Alberta is taking steps to lower fuel and utility costs. Starting April 1, the government will stop the collection of the provincial fuel tax. Currently, Albertans pay 13 cents per litre in fuel tax.

The federal carbon tax rate on gasoline is set to increase on April 1, from just under nine cents per litre to just over 11 cents per litre.

"While the federal government is set to increase the carbon tax April 1, Alberta's government is taking the opposite approach and stepping up to offer relief. Stopping the provincial fuel tax puts money back in the pockets of Albertans when they need it most," says Jason Kenney, Premier of Alberta.

Alberta's government will also provide $150 in electricity rebates to help Albertans pay for the high bills they faced this winter. More than one million homes, farms and businesses are expected to receive a $50 monthly rebate for three months.

Alberta's government will work with utilities and regulators to determine exact details, including rebate timing. This includes working to have the rebates applied directly to consumers' bills.

This rebate will combine with the Natural Gas Rebate program announced in Budget 2022.