Protesters gathering in Edmonton on 124 St near Jasper Ave with signs that read "Carbon Tax is Theft" (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Many Edmontonians gathered on Jasper Avenue protesting against the Federal Carbon Tax.
Benita Pederson, coordinator of the protest, said the gathering is about sending a message to the Federal Government to abolish the Carbon Tax and to listen to the people.
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Benita Pederson, coordinator of the Carbon Tax Protest in Edmonton on 124 St near Jasper Ave (Photo Credits – Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Pederson says the response from the community and passerby’s has been positive, with many asking “Where do I sign”, with plans to present the signed petition to MP Arnold Viersen in the coming days.
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Protester holding a sign that reads “Spike the Hike” on 124 Street near Jasper Ave (Photo Credits – Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Pederson’s response to the Carbon Tax increase today, calling it “harmful to Canadians”, adding that it’s disappointing that the Federal Government pushed for the increase in Tax.
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Older Gentlemen holding a sign that reads “Cancel the Carbon Tax, Sign the Petition Now” on 124th Street near Jasper Ave (Photo Credits – Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
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