Families expected to pay roughly $1K more on food in 2026
You can expect to dig quite a bit deeper in the new year to cover the cost of food. According to Canada's Food Price Report 2026, groceries will cost roughly $1,000 more- an exact increase of $994 - and for a family of four, groceries will cost about $17, 571.79. Compared to five years ago, the cost of food has risen 2...
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Carney shuffles cabinet, Marc Miller returns to front bench
Prime Minister Mark Carney has brought former Liberal cabinet minister Marc Miller back into the fold, naming him the new minister of Canadian identity and culture, replacing Steven Guilbeault, who resigned from cabinet last week. Miller will also take over Guilbeault's role as minister responsible for official languag...
Dec 02, 2025
Sharing stories of hope for people affected by brain tumours
The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada (BTFC) invites families, survivors, caregivers and supporters to share their Story of Hope this holiday season. Every day, there are 27 Canadians diagnosed with a brain tumour and eight of those people will hear they have brain cancer. BTFC Content Writer, Trina Boyko tells with us...
Dec 01, 2025
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Carney unveils support measures for steel and lumber industries as tariff impact grows
The federal government is rolling out new trade measures aimed at supporting Canada's steel and lumber industries as tensions with the United States remain high. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the changes in Ottawa, saying Canada must adjust to what he called a "new reality" in its relationship with the...
Nov 27, 2025
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Most Canadians don't like '51st State' talk; Narrative Research
Most Canadians feel insulted over Donald Trump's '51st State' talk. The latest poll from Narrative Research shows 78 percent disagree with the U.S. president's view on the subject. Disagreement was highest in the Prairies, and among the Gen-Z age group. However, 11 percent say they view it as a compliment and a term of...
Nov 26, 2025
Canada's language watchdog issues mixed midterm review
Canada's Commissioner of Official Languages said recurring problems are putting minority language communities at risk. Raymond Théberge released his midterm report on the federal Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028 at a press conference in Dieppe, New Brunswick. The plan includes $4.1 billion in fun...
Nov 25, 2025
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Carney not rushing to meet with Trump, says other countries working together
The Prime Minister is in no hurry to meet with President Donald Trump again. Carney was in Johannesburg, South Africa, on the weekend for the G20 leader's meeting, which included India, Australia The United States boycotted the summit. When reporters asked about the last time he met with Trump, Carney said, "Who c...
Nov 24, 2025
Better Business Bureau provides tips to avoid getting scammed this holiday season
The Better Business Bureau is urging people to take extra precautions as holiday shopping picks up, saying online scams increase significantly when consumers feel rushed or overwhelmed by deals. Julia Lewis, President and CEO of BBB Serving the Atlantic Provinces, says the combination of early sales, heavy advertising ...
Nov 24, 2025
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Annual food report projects grocery prices will continue to rise
Canada's Food Price Report for 2025 forecasts another year of rising grocery costs, with overall food prices expected to increase between 3 and 5 per cent. The average family of four is projected to spend $16,833.67 on food next year - up to $801.56 more than in 2024. The annual report, now in its 15th year, is produce...
Nov 21, 2025
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National mortgage arrears ease, but Ontario climbs: CMHC
Canada's mortgage delinquency rate has fallen for the first time in three years, but Ontario and British Columbia are moving in the opposite direction. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) said in its latest Residential Mortgage Industry Report that the national rate dropped to 0.22 per cent in the second...
Nov 19, 2025
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