Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, unfortunately I do not think there is any one simple clear answer as to why the price differs in Edmonton compared to Yellowknife. There are a lot of factors including the transportation costs, the mark up costs, the costs at the processing plant, the competition that occurs between retail gas stations in Edmonton. There are a lot of factors that come into play here, Mr. Speaker.

I can assure the Member that our taxes have not changed on gasoline so that has not at all contributed to any price increase. I will also undertake to have the department take a look at the recent increases that have taken place. Thank you.