MONTREAL – A recent poll conducted by Léger indicates that a significant majority of Quebec residents, over 50%, are in favor of abolishing the province's carbon pricing system. This sentiment has arisen amid a context where Quebec has been experiencing some of the highest gas prices in Canada. The increase in fuel costs has been partly attributed to the removal of the federal consumer price on carbon by Prime Minister Mark Carney in April.

The province has since upheld its own cap-and-trade system for carbon pricing, which contributes an additional charge of approximately 10 cents per liter to the price of gasoline. This additional cost has been a point of contention among citizens, particularly as many Canadians elsewhere enjoy lower gas prices, which have recently been reported to have driven down inflation rates across all provinces, except for Quebec.

Moreover, the Léger poll reveals that 55% of Quebecers also support the construction of a pipeline traversing the province, aimed at transporting oil or gas from Western Canada to international markets. This shift in public opinion may reflect broader economic considerations, especially in light of changing trade relations following U.S. President Donald Trump's implementation of tariff policies.

Quebec Premier François Legault has pointed out that there appears to be an increasing willingness among the populace to discuss the possibility of pipelines. The conversation around this infrastructure project has gained traction as residents seek ways to navigate the economic challenges posed by high energy prices and shifting market conditions.

This information was first disseminated on May 20, 2025, highlighting the ongoing discourse surrounding energy policies within Quebec and their implications on the province's economy and public sentiment.