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Thanksgiving Dinner Costs 10% More. So Why Is Grocery Inflation Only 2.8%?

  Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and if you're still planning the grocery run, the numbers are not in your favour. Dalhousie University's Agri-Food Analytics Lab prices a turkey dinner for four at $35.72 this year, up 10% from $32.48 in 2025. Here's the catch: Statistics Canada says grocery prices rose just 2.8% in August, and that was the first time in more than two years that food inflation came in below the overall rate (3.0%). So why does the holiday table feel so much pricier than the grocery aisle overall? The turkey is doing most of the damage Dalhousie's basket covers a 7-lb whole turkey plus potatoes, carrots, dinner rolls, pumpkin pie, cranberries, stuffing and gravy. Here's how the pieces moved: Item (dinner for four) 2025 2026 Change Turkey dinner, total $32.48 $35.72 +10.0% The turkey itself (7 lb) $10.43 $12.53 +20.1% Everything else (sides, pie) $22.05 $23.19 +5.2% Ham dinner, total $34.87 $36.37 +4.3% Source: Dalhousie Agri-Food Analytics Lab (totals, t...

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5 Simple Tips to Keep Your Home Clutter-Free in 2024

 

A cluttered home can be overwhelming and stressful. Here are five simple tips to help you keep your home organized and clutter-free in 2024:

  1. Declutter regularly: Make it a habit to declutter your home regularly. Go through your belongings and get rid of anything that you no longer need or use. This will help you keep your home organized and free of clutter.

  2. Create a designated space for everything: Everything in your home should have a designated space. This will help you keep your home organized and make it easier to find things when you need them.

  3. Use storage solutions: Use storage solutions such as baskets, bins, and shelves to help you keep your home organized. These solutions can help you maximize your space and keep your home clutter-free.

  4. Avoid impulse buying: Avoid buying things that you don’t need or won’t use. This will help you keep your home clutter-free and save you money in the long run.

  5. Get the whole family involved: Keeping your home clutter-free is a team effort. Get the whole family involved in decluttering and organizing your home. This will help you stay motivated and make the process more fun.

I hope these tips help you keep your home clutter-free in 2024! 

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