Iran conflict's jolt to oil prices could buffer Alberta's budget deficits

Iran conflict's jolt to oil prices could buffer Alberta's budget deficits

While oil prices stay $10 US above expectations, Alberta government rakes in an extra $20 million — every day, says an economist.

Inflation fears and rising gas prices may be the most widely felt impacts of the oil price shock that the Iran conflict has triggered. But for the Alberta government, there could be a significant fin… [+3511 chars]