New Brunswick’s premier says his government will continue to fight the federal government’s carbon tax.
The Ontario Court of Appeal ruled Friday the federally imposed tax is constitutional. It follows a similar decision by the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal in May.
“Our government has been consistent in its position that the federal carbon tax is unfair and will only add unnecessary costs that hurt the economy and negatively affect New Brunswick families,” said Blaine Higgs in a statement Friday.
Higgs said they anticipate the case will be heard by the Supreme Court of Canada and they are committed to seeing this matter through its conclusion.
While we are disappointed with today’s decision, Ontario will continue to stand united with our provincial partners to oppose to the Liberal Carbon Tax. Together we’re standing up for Canadians because we know that we can fight climate change without a Carbon Tax. pic.twitter.com/xM7hBU0okp
— Doug Ford (@fordnation) June 28, 2019
“Regarding our next legal steps, we will be consulting with the attorney general to determine the most effective means to continue our opposition,” he said. “We will take the necessary time to review the court’s findings and evaluate the options available to us to ensure New Brunswick’s interests are put first.”
Despite the legal efforts, Higgs said New Brunswick is committed to doing its part to reduce carbon emissions, noting the province has reduced carbon emissions by 28 per cent since 2005.
