National· August 16, 2026 at 11:50 p.m.
Conservative Leader Calls for Extension of Temporary Gas Price Relief

Key takeaways
- Conservative Leader calls for extension of temporary gas price relief
- Relief currently set to expire at the end of 2022
- No official commitment from government regarding extension
The Conservative Party leader, Pierre Poilievre, has urged the federal government to extend temporary gas price relief for an additional ten months, aiming to provide continued support to Canadians amidst high fuel costs. The call comes as consumers continue to grapple with rising prices at the pump.



