ST. JOHN’S, N.L.: The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is applauding both Premier John Hogan and PC Leader Tony Wakeham for committing to making Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial gas tax cut permanent.

“This is a big win for taxpayers,” said Devin Drover, Atlantic Director of the CTF. “Hogan and Wakeham both deserve credit for listening to taxpayers and committing to stop a painful tax hike at the pumps. Newfoundland and Labrador drivers can now breathe easier knowing that relief at the gas station will be here to stay.”

The provincial gas tax, once set at 14.5 cents per litre, was reduced to 7.5 cents in June 2022 as a temporary measure. That cut was originally scheduled to expire on March 31, 2026. By making the cut permanent, both political parties are committing to protect taxpayers from an automatic increase in fuel prices.

Drivers in Newfoundland and Labrador pay about 42 cents per litre in federal and provincial taxes. For a 64-litre fill-up, that works out to about $27 in taxes. The federal government charges a 10 cents per litre gas tax and an additional 5.4 cents per litre in a hidden carbon tax embedded in fuel regulations.

“Newfoundlanders and Labradorians work hard for their money and this commitment means more of it will stay in their pockets,” said Drover. “The NDP need to join Hogan and Wakeham in supporting this common-sense tax relief so all parties are united in making life more affordable.”

The Newfoundland and Labrador provincial election will be held on Oct. 14, 2025.