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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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Recognizing Early Signs of Dementia After Age 50

 

As we age, paying attention to subtle behavioral changes becomes crucial. Here are five key behaviors to watch for in friends and family over the age of 50, which might warrant further attention:

  1. Apathy: A noticeable lack of interest or emotions.
  2. Affective Dysregulation: Mood swings, anxiety, or depression.
  3. Lack of Impulse Control: Difficulty managing impulses.
  4. Social Inappropriateness: Behaviors that don’t align with social norms.
  5. Abnormal Thoughts or Perceptions: Unusual beliefs or hallucinations.

These early indicators could signal underlying dementia. If you notice any of these changes, consider seeking professional advice. Early detection allows for timely intervention and better management of cognitive decline


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