UCP MLA: federal truck tax is a 'Soviet market mechanism'

Western Standard: '“Soviet commissars in Ottawa” are dreaming up failed plans to lower emissions across Canada, says UCP MLA Roger Reid.

'Reid made the comments during question period on Tuesday, saying the federal government is embracing “Soviet market mechanisms.”

'Federal policies like carbon taxes and caps on internal combustion engine vehicles are not enough to stop Canadians from purchasing pickup trucks, Reid said. Sales of light trucks, including vans and SUVs, has exponentially increased since Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the federal carbon tax, he added. '