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Rising Grocery Bills Leave Canadians Feeling the Pinch

Almost half of those surveyed indicate they changed their grocery shopping habits due to food price inflation by seeking out sales and discounts. Food inflation continues to weigh heavily on Canadian households, with a new report showing that families are paying significantly more at the checkout counter in 2025. Grocery costs are expected to rise between 3% and 5% this year , pushing the average annual food bill for a family of four to $16,833.67 —an increase of up to $801.56 compared to last year. The findings, compiled by Dalhousie University’s Agri-Food Analytics Lab in collaboration with several Canadian universities, highlight that food affordability remains the top financial concern for Canadians, surpassing worries about housing, utilities, and household supplies. Surveys show that more than four in five Canadians consider food their biggest expense pressure, and many are adapting by changing shopping habits, seeking discounts, and switching to private-label brands . While ...

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Conservatives Leverage Singh's Critique in Non-Confidence Motion


In a strategic move, the Conservative Party plans to introduce a non-confidence motion next week, utilizing NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh's own words to challenge the minority Liberal government. The motion quotes Singh's criticism of the Liberals, accusing them of succumbing to corporate greed by ordering binding arbitration in labor disputes involving the nation's largest rail yards.

The proposed motion aims to persuade New Democrats to join forces with the Conservatives, declaring a loss of confidence in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his government. If successful, this motion could trigger an immediate election, a scenario the Conservatives are eager to see.

Government House Leader Karina Gould has announced plans to schedule opposition days for both the Conservatives and the NDP next week, providing a platform for this critical motion. The outcome of this political maneuver remains uncertain, as the NDP has previously taken a case-by-case approach to non-confidence votes.

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