Poilievre vows to repeal entire carbon price law, including for industries – National [Video]

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says that he will repeal the entire carbon price law if elected, including on businesses and the industrial charge.

On Friday, Prime Minister Mark Carney began the process to end the consumer carbon price on things like gasoline.

The order-in-council says the fee will be removed after March 31.

Poilievre said that if the Liberals are serious about ending the charge, they would recall Parliament and do it through legislation.

To reduce emissions, Poilievre said his government would “expand eligibility” for the clean technology and clean manufacturing tax credits. He added his government would “reward” businesses that made products with lower emissions than the world average.

“While the Liberals tax businesses who use energy, Conservatives will cut taxes and boost incentives for those who bring down emissions; carrot not stick,” Poilievre said.

When asked about commitments to emission targets, Poilievre did not mention specific targets. Instead, the Conservative leader said the best way …