Sustainability/Energy

Fuel costs are on the rise in Canada as geopolitical turmoil drives the price of crude oil to its highest level in more than a month.

Gas prices boosted sales at gasoline stations and fuel vendors, Statistics Canada said, stating sales at food and beverage retailers also saw a raise.

Falling gas prices in June are expected to pull the annual inflation rate back below 3% when Statistics Canada reports fresh price data on Monday.

Global oil prices receded after Iran and the United States agreed to a ceasefire in mid-June, but hostilities reignited between the nations last week, casting doubt over a lasting peace deal.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled Monday a route for a proposed west-east oil pipeline.

With political volatility and fuel costs in flux, loyalty programs offer a vital way for c-gas retailers to combat price-tracking apps and ease customer fears.

The truth behind the rumours: Experts clear the air about 15% ethanol blends.

Grid upgrades could mean C-store refrigeration expansions and new EV charging stations.