After crossing the $2 per liter threshold barely a month ago, the price of gasoline reached $2.21.9 per liter on Saturday in the greater Montreal area.
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The cost of a liter of gasoline has fallen slightly in recent days, but now seems to be on the rise again.
While some service stations on the South Shore, the North Shore and the Island of Montreal are still posting prices approaching $2.15.9, several have already made the leap to nearly $2.22 per litre.
This new record amount comes as the summer holidays are about to begin.
This increase in the price of gasoline affects not only the vacation plans of many Quebecers, but also the transportation industry.
The surge in prices could have an impact on the price of several products and foods in stores since their transport will cost more.