MEDIA ADVISORY - Minister Metlege Diab to highlight the extension of the federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel and aviation fuels for Canadians

HALIFAX REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY, NS, Sept. 4, 2026 /CNW/ -- The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will be in the Halifax Regional Municipality to highlight the extension of the federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuels, as part of the government's efforts to help Canadians lower everyday costs. A media availability will follow.

The details are as follows:

Date:                  Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Time:                 11 a.m. Atlantic Time (AT)
Location:           Halifax Regional Municipality (RSVP for exact location)

Notes for media:

• Media are asked to register in advance for this in-person only event by sharing their name, title, email address and outlet with [email protected]. Please include "RSVP for September 8 press conference" in the subject line of the email. Location details will be provided to registered participants afterwards.
• Media attending the event in person are asked to arrive no later than 10:45 a.m. AT.

SOURCE Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

For more information (media only): Taous Ait, Senior Communications Advisor and Press Secretary, Minister's Office, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, [email protected]; Media Relations: People and Communications Sector, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, [email protected]