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Canada's Inflation Jumps to 2.4% in March — And Your Grocery and Gas Bills Show It

Canada's annual inflation rate climbed to 2.4% in March 2026 , up sharply from 1.8% in February, according to Statistics Canada data released Monday. The jump was driven almost entirely by soaring energy prices tied to the U.S.-Iran conflict and its disruption of oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz — and Canadians felt it directly at the gas pump and grocery store. Headline CPI (March) 2.4% ▲ Up from 1.8% in February Gasoline (monthly) +21.2% Largest monthly jump on record Grocery prices (year/year) +4.4% Up from 4.1% in February Core CPI (ex-gas) 2.2% Milder than expected Gas was the main culprit Gasoline prices surged a record 21.2% month over month in March — the largest single-month jump ever recorded in Canada — as the U.S.-Iran conflict choked off roughly one-fifth of the world's oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz. On a year-...

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U.S. Presidential Election: Key Updates and What to Watch For

 

As the U.S. presidential election approaches, both candidates are making their final push to secure votes. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are focusing on key battleground states, with rallies and events planned throughout the day.

Trump is scheduled to hold rallies in North Carolina and Pennsylvania, ending his day in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Harris will spend the day in Pennsylvania, visiting cities like Scranton, Allentown, Reading, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia. Both campaigns are emphasizing the importance of voter turnout, with millions of Americans having already cast their early ballots.

Polls show a tight race, with several key states expected to determine the outcome. The candidates are making their final appeals to voters, highlighting their respective platforms and addressing critical issues such as the economy, healthcare, and national security.

As the nation prepares for Election Day, the world watches closely, anticipating the results of this historic election.



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