Gas prices exceed $2 per litre and are expected to rise further

Gas prices are rising across Canada, with British Columbia reporting some of the highest rates in the country, exceeding $2 per litre in areas like Vancouver. The national average for regular gas was about $1.64 per litre, while British Columbia’s average reached $1.863 per litre. Contributing factors include geopolitical tensions in the Middle East affecting oil supply, with analysts predicting further price increases. The high costs are also impacting businesses reliant on shipping, raising concerns about their viability.

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