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5 Things to Know Today: Oil Surges, Tariffs Land Tomorrow, Your Gas Tax Break Survives

  Monday, September 7, 2026 — Labour Day | Canadian Money Brief Markets are closed for the holiday, but the week ahead is loaded. Here are five things worth knowing before you head back to your desk tomorrow. 1. Oil Hits a Five-Week High as the Iran Conflict Escalates Crude climbed to $92.06 US/barrel on Saturday — up 17.75% over the past month and nearly 48% year over year — after Iran and the United States exchanged missile strikes this week. Israel's defence minister has threatened "crippling" attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure, the EU has formally joined the US-led sanctions campaign, and US Vice President JD Vance said Washington won't hold peace talks until Iran stops targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz. What it means for you: Even with the federal gas tax break extended (see #4), pump prices track the price of crude itself. If your tank's getting low, filling up early this week may beat whatever the Strait of Hormuz situation does to prices by...
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CAF Member Under Scrutiny for Alleged Intelligence Breach

 

Master Warrant Officer Matthew Shawn Robar is accused of passing sensitive secrets to a foreign entity.


A Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member is facing serious allegations after reportedly leaking the identity of a soldier involved in covert intelligence operations. The disclosure, if confirmed, represents a significant breach of national security protocols and raises concerns about the protection of personnel engaged in sensitive missions.

Military officials have not released the names of those involved but confirmed that an internal investigation is underway. The alleged leak could compromise ongoing intelligence activities and place the affected soldier at risk, both personally and professionally.

Security experts emphasize that safeguarding the anonymity of intelligence operatives is critical to Canada’s defense strategy. Any breach of confidentiality undermines operational integrity and could have far-reaching consequences for allied cooperation.

The CAF has pledged full transparency in its inquiry while reaffirming its commitment to protecting the safety and security of its members.


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