Muhammad Aman Ullah | July 24, 2026
CALGARY, Alberta — Escalating tensions in the Middle East are once again driving global oil prices higher, leading to a sharp increase in gasoline prices across parts of Canada. Drivers in Alberta, particularly in Calgary and Edmonton, are already feeling the financial impact as fuel costs continue to climb.
Several gas stations in Calgary are now selling regular gasoline for approximately CAD $1.85 per litre, while prices in Edmonton have risen to around CAD $1.82 per litre, according to local reports.
Drivers Feel the Pressure
Many Albertans say the sudden increase in fuel prices has put additional strain on their monthly budgets.
Commuters who rely on their vehicles for work, school, and daily errands report that transportation has become noticeably more expensive over the past week, forcing many households to reconsider discretionary spending.
Middle East Conflict Fuels Global Oil Market
Energy analysts say the latest increase is largely driven by concerns over global crude oil supplies as geopolitical tensions continue to intensify in the Middle East.
Uncertainty surrounding relations between the United States and Iran, combined with ongoing disruptions linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, has raised fears of tighter global oil supplies, pushing crude prices higher.
Because gasoline prices closely follow movements in the international oil market, Canadian consumers are experiencing the effects almost immediately.
Fuel Prices Jump Within Days
Gasoline prices in Calgary have increased by approximately 10 to 15 cents per litre in just a few days.
Edmonton has experienced similar increases, leaving many drivers concerned that fuel prices could continue rising throughout the summer if global tensions worsen.
Experts Warn More Increases May Be Ahead
Petroleum analyst Patrick De Haan says fuel prices may continue climbing over the next one to two weeks.
According to his projections, diesel prices could rise by another 10 to 15 cents per litre, while gasoline may increase by an additional 5 to 15 cents per litre, depending on developments in the global energy market.
He also warned that refinery capacity remains tight, meaning any further disruption to global crude oil supplies could result in another significant spike in prices.
Higher Fuel Costs Affect More Than Drivers
Experts note that rising gasoline prices impact more than just motorists.
As transportation costs increase, businesses often pass those expenses on to consumers, potentially leading to higher prices for groceries, consumer goods, and other everyday essentials, adding further pressure to Canada’s cost of living.
Canadians Adjust Summer Travel Plans
Although higher fuel prices are affecting vacation budgets, many Canadians are choosing to modify rather than cancel their travel plans.
According to a recent Turo Summer Travel Report, approximately 68% of Canadians say rising travel costs have caused them to shorten trips, travel closer to home, or reduce the number of vacations they take instead of giving up travel entirely.
Some travelers say they now prefer shorter road trips, while others plan to cut back from several annual vacations to just one or two.
Outlook
Energy experts believe fuel prices are likely to remain elevated until geopolitical tensions ease and global oil supplies stabilize.
For now, Canadian drivers should expect continued volatility at the pump, with gasoline and diesel prices remaining closely tied to developments in the international energy market.
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