Ottawa gas prices to hit highest levels since November
Canadians for Affordable Energy President Dan McTeague says gas prices will jump 3 cents a litre on Friday to 166.9 cents a litre.
ottawa.ctvnews.caHere are the latest Ottawa gas price updates based on recent reports:
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Ottawa gas prices have fluctuated, with several updates indicating price changes in the range of a few cents per liter over March–April 2026. Some outlets reported jumps of 5–6 cents per liter on specific days, pushing averages into the high 150s to mid-180s Canadian cents per liter range depending on the date and source. For example, one report noted a 5-cent overnight increase to around 183.3 cents/L in late March, while other outlets tracked daily shifts through early April.[1][3]
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In early April 2026, some outlets predicted a temporary relief or drop as international factors (notably Middle East tensions) influenced crude prices, with headlines suggesting possible declines of around 12 cents per liter on specific days, though the outlook remained uncertain.[2]
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By mid-April, Ottawa prices were reported to have fallen by roughly 11 cents per liter in some updates, attributed to policy actions like fuel tax adjustments. However, prices remained elevated versus the start of the year.[9]
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City and local outlets continued to publish daily or next-day price forecasts, noting that weekends and holidays could bring short-term increases or variability across stations. Examples include brief rises on Fridays and adjustments tied to U.S. driving-season patterns.[4][5]
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As of early May 2026, coverage focused on ongoing price monitoring and practical implications for drivers, with several sources offering daily price snapshots or forecasts for the Ottawa area.[5]
Illustration of price trend (example snapshot from March–April period)
- A typical pump price range during this period moved between roughly 150 and 185 cents per liter, depending on dates and station networks, with occasional dips tied to policy changes or geopolitical developments. This kind of volatility is common when global crude supply expectations shift or regional tensions influence oil markets.[1][9]
If you’d like, I can compile a short, up-to-date snapshot from specific sources you trust (e.g., CityNews Ottawa, CTV News Ottawa, or Ottawagasprices.com) or track the latest daily changes and present them in a quick chart. I can also provide a near-real-time comparison of prices by neighborhood or major stations in Ottawa.