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10 Proven Ways Canadian Families Can Save Big on Groceries This Summer

  Published on moneysavings.ca | Personal Finance & Everyday Savings If you've been to a Canadian grocery store lately, you already know — the sticker shock is real. Feeding a family in Canada has become one of the biggest household expenses, and with food prices still elevated, many families are looking for smart, practical ways to stretch every dollar. The good news? You don't have to sacrifice quality or go hungry to save big. With a few simple habit changes, many Canadian families are cutting hundreds of dollars off their monthly grocery bills. Here are 10 strategies you can start using today. 1. Shop the "Reduced for Quick Sale" Section First Every major grocery store in Canada — from Loblaws to Sobeys to Walmart — has a section dedicated to items nearing their best-before date. These items are often marked down by 30–50%, and they're perfectly good to eat within a day or two (or freeze immediately). Make it a habit to check this section the moment...

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Canada Loses Appeal of FIFA Penalty in Olympic Drone Spying Scandal

 


In a significant setback for Canadian soccer, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed Canada’s appeal against a six-point deduction imposed by FIFA. This penalty stems from a drone-spying scandal during the Olympic women’s soccer tournament in Paris 2024.

The controversy began when New Zealand lodged a complaint, alleging that Canadian staff used drones to spy on their training sessions before their opening match. Following an investigation, FIFA docked Canada six points and imposed one-year bans on head coach Bev Priestman and officials Joseph Lombardi and Jasmine Mander.

Despite winning both of their games, the point deduction leaves Canada with zero points in the standings. The CAS ruling, delivered just hours before Canada’s crucial match against Colombia, means the team faces an uphill battle to advance to the quarterfinals.

The Canadian Olympic Committee and Canada Soccer argued that the penalty was disproportionate and unfairly punished the athletes, who were not involved in the alleged cheating. However, the CAS upheld FIFA’s decision, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the sport.

This ruling has significant implications for Canada’s chances in the tournament and underscores the serious consequences of violating fair play principles in international sports.


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