Cost Of Food

• Food bank in Saskatchewan moves to limit visitors: ‘Our hands are tied’

  A 150 per cent increase in visitors at Moose Jaw’s food bank, combined with stagnant food donations, is forcing the non-profit to limit how often clients can pick up goods. 

  Economy

  Mar 25
  
• Saskatchewan food banks holiday demand is high

  The demand for donations is soaring at food banks across Saskatchewan and as charities prepare for their holiday drives and food programs.

  Canada

  Dec 1, 2024
  
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• Calgary’s ‘living wage’ hit by soaring cost of food and housing

  A new report says the living wage (the cost of paying for all neccesities) in Calgary is 63 per cent higher than the province's minimum wage.

  Economy

  Nov 18, 2024
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• Rising food costs impacts Thanksgiving shopping in Saskatchewan, across Canada

  With the cost of food still rising, Thanksgiving's staple food – turkey – may have grocery shoppers in Saskatchewan feeling foul. But there are ways to save money, an expert says.

  Canada

  Oct 7, 2023
• As cost of living soars, school food programs struggle to fill growing need

  The Coalition for Healthy School Food and Breakfast Club of Canada are urging the government to implement a national school food policy as programs struggle to meet demands.

  Canada

  Aug 25, 2023
• An Ontario single mom who couldn’t afford fresh food helping others with rising costs

  An initiative that started to help family and neighbours in London, Ont., struggling with the cost of food during the pandemic is now helping ensure 76 families fridges are full.

  Canada

  May 26, 2023
• Sustainability-focused produce delivery service expanding to Simcoe County

  A food delivery company that takes locally-grown produce 'seconds' rejected by grocery stores is expanding operations to the Barrie area. It's a win for growers and consumers.

  Environment

  May 18, 2023
• Canadians are worried about shrinkflation — and if it’s here to stay: poll

  Not only do the majority of Canadians say they're paying more for groceries, a new poll shows they also believe packages are getting smaller.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2023
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• Growing your own food. Experts in Ontario weigh in on if it saves you money

  As food prices soar in Canada, Global News turned to Barrie, Ont., organizations to find out if starting a vegetable garden could help put fresh food on the table.

  Canada

  Apr 28, 2023
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• Halifax businesses predict banner year for tourism as cruise season launches

  The cruise ship season officially kicked off over the weekend when the Norwegian Dawn sailed into the harbour.

  Economy

  Apr 24, 2023