Gasoline prices in Toronto and the surrounding Greater Toronto Area are slated to climb by seven cents per litre on Saturday, according to market analysts. The increase will lift the price from Friday’s 179.9 cents per litre to roughly 186.9 cents per litre, marking the first rise after a short‑lived dip earlier in the week.
Drivers were urged to take advantage of the brief price drop by filling up on Friday. The temporary dip prompted consumer advice that a fill‑up before the weekend could avoid the upcoming increase. By the end of the day, the price settled at 179.9 cents per litre, the level that will serve as the baseline for Saturday’s adjustment.
Roger McKnight of En‑Pro International noted that the weekend outlook for fuel costs remains upward‑sloping. He referenced analyst forecasts that predict a steady rise over the Saturday and into the following days, reflecting broader market trends that have kept gasoline prices near historic highs. McKnight did not provide a specific timeline for future changes but affirmed that the current data points to a continuation of the upward momentum.
The anticipated rise is expected to affect commuters and commercial drivers across the city and the GTA. With the price set to exceed 186 cents per litre, motorists may see a modest impact on daily travel expenses. Retail stations are preparing for the change by updating price displays and informing customers of the new rate. The weekend increase follows a pattern of fluctuating fuel costs that have prompted regular monitoring by both industry observers and consumers alike.