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Food, shelter push inflation in Canada to 6.8% in April: Statistics Canada | Global News

Food, shelter push inflation in Canada to 6.8% in April: Statistics Canada | Global News

by Toronto Foundation Student Success | May 19, 2022 | News, Nutrition, Student Nutrition Programs

The largest increase in food costs since 1981 is taking its toll on many families. According to Statistics Canada, the cost of food this past April was up 8.8% from last year, with the price of fruit and meat up 10%, and pasta up a whopping 20%. On top of this, the...
Canada’s inflation rate now at 30-year high of 5.7% | CBC News

Canada’s inflation rate now at 30-year high of 5.7% | CBC News

by Toronto Foundation Student Success | Mar 21, 2022 | News, Nutrition, Student Nutrition Programs

Inflation continues to rise in Canada, bringing with it higher food prices. Over the past year the cost of food has risen 7.4% and, as prices continue to rise, it becomes increasingly important to ensure all children have access to nourishing food through Student...
Canada’s inflation rate rises to 5.1% — highest since 1991 | CBC News

Canada’s inflation rate rises to 5.1% — highest since 1991 | CBC News

by Toronto Foundation Student Success | Feb 16, 2022 | News, Nutrition, Student Nutrition Programs

The cost of living in Canada is rising quickly, with the price of food up 6.5% in the last year. For many families, this means an added strain on their already tight grocery budgets. Student Nutrition Programs give us a way to make sure children can access a...
Milk prices soar across Canada as record price increases for farmers kick in | Global News

Milk prices soar across Canada as record price increases for farmers kick in | Global News

by Toronto Foundation Student Success | Feb 3, 2022 | News, Nutrition, Student Nutrition Programs

This week, the cost of milk rose as much as 15% in stores across Canada. An average family will have to spend an additional $200 for their groceries this year, which will be toughest for low income families. Dairy is a staple item of Student Nutrition Programs which...
Dairy and fresh produce prices expected to soar as Canada’s inflation hits 30-year high | Toronto Star

Dairy and fresh produce prices expected to soar as Canada’s inflation hits 30-year high | Toronto Star

by Toronto Foundation Student Success | Jan 20, 2022 | News, Nutrition, Student Nutrition Programs

The cost of food is increasing, and families will start seeing higher grocery bills starting as early as next month. Throughout 2022, the cost of fruit will rise by 5%, dairy by 6%, and vegetables by 7%. For families already on a tight budget, food affordability is a...
Pay rent or buy food: Workers face gut-wrenching choice in new lockdown | Toronto Star

Pay rent or buy food: Workers face gut-wrenching choice in new lockdown | Toronto Star

by Toronto Foundation Student Success | Jan 17, 2022 | News, Nutrition, Student Nutrition Programs

No one should have to make the choice between paying their rent or buying food, but as unemployment increases due to COVID-19, and food costs continue to rise, that’s what’s happening. Many families are struggling to keep food on the table and children...
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