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Mar 31, 2025 5:44 PM - Connect Newsroom

British Columbia Set to Cut Gas Prices with Carbon Tax Elimination

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The move is expected to reduce gas prices by approximately 17 cents per liter and save residential natural gas consumers around $30 per month.(Photo: The Canadian Press)

British Columbians could see a drop in gas prices starting April 1 as Premier David Eby's government introduces legislation in the legislature today to eliminate the consumer carbon tax.

The move is expected to reduce gas prices by approximately 17 cents per liter and save residential natural gas consumers around $30 per month.

However, passing the bill in the legislature on time may prove challenging. The BC Greens have expressed reluctance to support the bill without a replacement climate plan, while the BC Conservative Party has stated it will only support the bill if it does not further burden industries.

Party leader John Rustad emphasized that industries are already facing difficulties, and if Premier Eby introduces additional carbon taxes on industry while eliminating it for consumers, the Conservative Party will not offer its support.

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