More on Sticker Shock

• Consumers using savings to pay for essentials and piling up debt: Equifax

  Canadians continue to face financial strain amid the heightened cost of living, according to the latest report from Equifax, which shows younger people generally struggle the most.

  Consumer

  Aug 6
• Labour advocates warn Nova Scotia wages aren’t keeping pace with cost of living

  Researchers are calling for employers to offer a living wage, as recent data shows more Atlantic Canadians are struggling to hold on to their paycheques.

  Canada

  Jul 20
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• Canadians face ‘lifestyle shrinkflation’ as paycheques pinched: MNP data

  The MNP Consumer Debt Index considers all kinds of credit-related consumer debt, from credit cards and lines of credit to payday loans and ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ services.

  Money

  Jul 13
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• PepsiCo blames ‘inflationary pressures’ and high gas prices for sales drop

  PepsiCo reported its beverage sales in North America have been falling as rising inflation and higher gas prices force consumers to keep up with the cost of living.

  Consumer

  Jul 9
• These are the 15 most affordable cities in Canada, Royal LePage says

  Canadian cities like Lethbridge, Red Deer, Saint John and Thunder Bay are some of the most affordable for those looking to own a home amid the cost-of-living crunch.

  Consumer

  Jun 23
• Dollarama sales surge over 20% amid ‘weakening’ consumer confidence

  The Montreal-based retail giant also said it may need to change its sales outlook if the Iran war drags on for the long term and results in higher operational costs.

  Consumer

  Jun 11
• Why smaller weddings are making a comeback: ‘They want to buy a house’

  As the heightened cost of living weighs on Canadian households, some wedding planners and vendors say they've noticed a shift with their clients.

  Consumer

  Jun 9
• As grads enter tough job market, moving home ‘makes perfect sense’: experts

  Young Canadians are living at home for longer with each passing generation, which experts say suggests that the stigma may be fading as economic pressures shift cultural norms.

  Economy

  May 26
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• Thrift store summer? Data shows Canadians looking to save as costs bite

  The survey results are part of a growing trend of Canadians turning to thrift stores amidst the economic instability caused by the U.S. trade war and the war in Iran.

  Consumer

  May 26
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• Second-hand shopping becoming more popular amid rising costs

  With many communities in Saskatoon hosting neighbourhood garage sales, sellers say they are seeing more shoppers. Local thrift stores are seeing a similar pattern.

  Economy

  May 26