Gas prices jump in Nova Scotia, diesel drops

A driver fills up their car at a gas station. (CityNews Image)

By Dan Ahlstrand

Posted Mar 21, 2025 05:08:57 AM.

Last Updated Mar 21, 2025 10:59:06 AM.

There was a significant increase in the price of gasoline in Nova Scotia on Friday.

The Nova Scotia Utilities and Review Board used its weekly adjustment at midnight to raise the price of self-serve regular by 4.7 cents to 160.0 cents per litre.

Diesel users are seeing some relief, with prices dropping by 1.1 cents to 178.0 cents per litre.

A year ago, gasoline was selling for about 170.0 cents per litre, while diesel was retailing at 190.0.

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