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Oil Prices Spike to a 4-Year High — What It Means for Canadian Households

Rising crude prices are pushing fuel costs to levels not seen in years — with ripple effects across the Canadian economy. Replace with your featured image before publishing. From the pump to the grocery aisle, rising crude prices are reshaping household budgets across the country. Here's what's happening, why it matters, and how to protect your wallet. MoneySavings.ca Editorial · May 9, 2026 · 7 min read · 🇨🇦 Canadian Edition R E G U L A R $2.19 PER LITRE +50% 🍁 CANADIAN ENERGY PRICE IMPACT · MAY 2026 Rising crude prices are pushing fuel costs to levels not seen in years — with ripple effects across the Canadian economy. Replace with your featured image before publishing. +50% Oil Price Rise Since Conflict Began +35¢ Average Gas Price Jump Per Litre ~$500 Estimated Extra Annual Cost Per Household If you've pulled into a gas station lately and felt the urge to do a double-take at the price board, you're not alone. Oil prices have surged to their highest levels in fou...

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World Leaders Gather in Rome to Honor Pope Francis

Rome is witessing an extraordinary convergence of global leaders and dignitaries as they arrive to pay their respects to Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88. Among the prominent figures attending the funeral are former U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The funeral, set to take place in St. Peter's Square, marks the culmination of a week of mourning for the beloved pontiff.

Pope Francis, known for his humility and dedication to the marginalized, has drawn tens of thousands of mourners to St. Peter's Basilica, where his body lay in state. The Vatican has confirmed the attendance of 130 delegations, including 50 heads of state and 10 reigning monarchs, reflecting the global impact of his leadership.

The ceremony will also feature a poignant moment as a group of poor and needy individuals, in line with Francis' values, will pay homage to his coffin. As the world bids farewell to a transformative figure, the conclave to elect his successor is set to begin in early May.



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