With the rising rate of inflation making it harder for Albertans to buy everyday goods, the government has taken steps to help fight inflation and make life more affordable. The major categories driving inflation are still food, housing, and energy.
First, Albertans will continue to save the 13-cent provincial fuel tax on every litre of gasoline or diesel they purchase until September. The rising cost of fuel is one of the key drivers of inflation in everyday goods, and food.
Second, the government is reinstating the Fuel Price Contingency Program for school authorities, providing $8.2 million in fuel cost relief to school boards for the current school year, and additional relief next school year if required.
Finally, the vast majority of Alberta electricity ratepayers will start receiving a series of electricity rebates in July. Approximately 1.9 million households, farms, and small businesses will receive $50 for three consecutive months, totaling $150. There is no need to apply for the rebates, as the utility company you use will apply them directly. Please note that you will not be contacted via email or text message to apply for the rebates so please be cautious of phishing scams.
Your government remains concerned about inflation and the effect it is having on affordability for Albertans. These measures represent more than $2 billion in annual savings for Albertans and represent the most substantial measures to address affordability of any province in Canada.
For more information on these programs, please visit www.alberta.ca.
MLA – Calgary North West Sonya Savage proudly serves the following Communities: Rocky Ridge, Royal Oak, Scenic Acres, Tuscany
