Gasoline Competition Assistance Program
SK, Canada
Commission for gasoline and propane sold in Saskatchewan
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- grant_single|openingDateJuly 09, 2024
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Tax Credits
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- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
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- Ministry of Finance (BC)
- Government of Saskatchewan
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Service station owners and bulk fuel dealers located along the Alberta and Manitoba borders can receive a commission of 25% to 100% of the tax differential to compete with their interprovincial counterparts.
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This grant is available to companies situated near the Alberta and Manitoba borders. The eligible locations are defined by their proximity to competing fuel dealers across these provincial lines.
- Service stations located up to 56 km from their nearest Alberta competition.
- Service stations located up to 56 km from their nearest Manitoba competition.
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$15,000
Fuel supplier acquiring propane to meet demand and compete with Manitoba suppliers
$46,875
Cooperative buying diesel to support agricultural customers near Alberta border
$56,250
Bulk fuel dealer seeking assistance to compete with dealers in Alberta and Manitoba
$63,750
Diesel supplier enhancing inventory to compete with regional markets
$52,500
Service station buying gasoline to maintain competitive pricing near Manitoba border
$33,750
Service station upgrading fuel inventory to remain competitive near provincial borders
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To be eligible for the Fuel Competition Assistance Program, applicants must meet certain criteria regarding their location and business operations.
- Service stations must be located up to 56 km from their nearest Alberta or Manitoba competition.
- Applicants must be purchasing eligible fuels, which include gasoline, diesel, dyed diesel, and propane.
- Bulk fuel dealers must deliver eligible fuels to customers located in the competition assistance zones.
- Bulk fuel dealers must provide the names of their customers and the distance each customer is from their nearest Alberta or Manitoba fuel dealer.
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Service stations and bulk fuel dealers located along the Alberta and Manitoba borders who meet the specified criteria, such as being within 56 km from the nearest competition, are eligible to apply for the Fuel Competition Assistance Program in Saskatchewan.
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This assistance program provides financial support to specific business activities related to fuel sales and deliveries near provincial borders. Eligible activities are designated to offer competition allowances on taxes for respective fuel purchases or sales.
- Purchases of eligible fuels such as gasoline, diesel, dyed diesel, and propane by service stations up to 56 km from Alberta or Manitoba competition.
- Deliveries of eligible fuels to customers in competition assistance zones made by bulk fuel dealers.
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The grant provides a competition assistance allowance for tax paid on specific fuel purchases by service stations and bulk fuel dealers within eligible zones.
- Gasoline purchases.
- Diesel purchases.
- Dyed diesel purchases.
- Propane purchases.
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- Step 1: Complete Application Form
- Fill out the Fuel Competition Assistance Application form with accurate details.
- Step 2: Gather Supporting Documents
- Collect fuel purchase invoices as proof of purchase.
- For bulk fuel dealers, list the names of customers and specify the distance each is from their nearest Alberta or Manitoba fuel dealer.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Mail the completed application and all supporting documents to the Revenue Division, Ministry of Finance, at PO Box 200, Regina, SK S4P 2Z6.
- Alternatively, email the documents to SaskTaxInfo@gov.sk.ca.
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The Fuel Competition Assistance Program (FCAP) helps fuel dealers near Alberta and Manitoba borders by providing assistance for taxable fuel sales. The program adjusts based on tax rate differences and distance to nearest competition.
- Assistance does not apply to aviation fuel or exempt propane.
- Bulk fuel dealers must report customer distances and submit invoices for assistance claims.
- The effective assistance rates vary depending on the zone and type of fuel.
- Electronic tax reporting is available through the Saskatchewan eTax Services (SETS) portal.
- Service station dealers must provide business details and fuel purchase invoices for assistance.
- Propane assistance is only for taxable sales for internal combustion engines.
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SaskTaxInfo@gov.sk.ca
306-787-6645
Apply to this program
Support for Fuel Dealers in Competitive Zones
The Fuel Competition Assistance Program provides valuable financial relief to service stations and bulk fuel dealers located near the Alberta and Manitoba borders. This initiative helps these businesses effectively compete by offering a tax allowance on eligible fuel purchases.
Understanding the Fuel Competition Assistance Program
The Fuel Competition Assistance Program is specifically designed to ease the financial burden on service stations and bulk fuel dealers who operate in tight competition zones near Alberta and Manitoba. While there's no requirement to reiterate the detailed eligibility criteria, it's important to note that the program targets those whose operations lie within 56 km of these provincial borders. By doing so, it levels the commercial playing field, enabling Saskatchewan-based fuel vendors to remain competitive against their Alberta and Manitoba counterparts who may benefit from different tax regimes.
This strategic economic measure recognizes the challenges faced by border businesses due to tax discrepancies and aims to mitigate these differences through financial allowances. Eligible service stations can apply for the grant by submitting a Fuel Competition Assistance Application along with invoices for their procurement of gasoline, diesel, dyed diesel, and propane. For bulk fuel dealers, apart from the application, they must track and submit the geographical data of the deliveries to customers to qualify, ensuring detailed transparency and accountability in the process.
The grants work as a rebate mechanism where eligible fuel taxes are partially refunded, making fuel purchases more cost-effective for retailers and dealers. This not only helps maintain fair pricing structures for consumers but also cushions businesses against potential losses arising from cross-border pricing disparities. This rebate is essential for sustaining local businesses that might otherwise struggle to compete if tax-induced price differences were left unchecked.
Eligible dealers are encouraged to maintain meticulous records of their transactions and customer details as part of their application process. This record-keeping is crucial, not just for securing the rebate but also for ensuring compliance and facilitating a smooth application procedure. The Government of Saskatchewan has established clear lines of communication for queries and submissions, emphasizing its commitment to supporting local businesses through accessible and well-organized administrative processes.
Overall, the Fuel Competition Assistance Program is an important element of Saskatchewan's economic strategy, helping to sustain employment in the fueling sector, ensuring the viability of local businesses, and supporting regional economic stability. By offsetting part of the cost disadvantages faced by border-area fuel vendors, the program plays a critical role in promoting fair competition and bolstering the local economy. This approach underpins the broader objective of fostering an equitable business environment across different provincial tax jurisdictions.
