Holt says Aulac border toll will go ahead despite Tantramar Liberal objections

Premier Susan Holt says New Brunswick is not reconsidering its plan for a highway toll at Aulac, on the Nova Scotia border, despite objections from the local Tantramar Liberal Association. Asked Tuesday whether she would scrap the plan, Holt said no, but added that feedback on the toll booth's location will be considered as the location is finalized. The toll would apply only to out-of-province vehicles and is projected to raise $10.4 million a year for road maintenance from 2028. The Tantramar Liberals say the revenue projections are flawed and the planned location poses economic risks to southeastern New Brunswick.