Transportation Costs Dashboard
Comparing monthly Transportation CPI for Alberta and British Columbia, indexed to 2002 = 100.
Key Observations
- Transportation costs have steadily increased in both provinces since 2002.
- Alberta shows higher CPI volatility — likely due to car-dependence and longer freight distances.
- BC's more urban infrastructure (e.g., transit) may buffer against spikes.
- Price surges in 2008, 2014, and 2022 align with global oil and supply chain shocks.
TL;DR: Alberta's freight and fuel costs are more sensitive to inflation shocks. BC offers greater stability for logistics planners.