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Why Your Grocery Bill Keeps Rising — And What You Can Do About It

  It's not just gas. Canada's food inflation hit its highest pace in over a year in May 2026 — and produce prices are leading the charge. MoneySavings.ca  |  June 27, 2026 If your grocery receipts have been giving you sticker shock lately, you're not imagining things. Canada's official inflation figures, released by Statistics Canada on June 22, confirm that food prices are climbing faster than the overall cost of living — and have been for 16 consecutive months . If you're trying to figure out why your weekly shop costs so much more than it did a year ago, here's a plain-English breakdown — and some practical steps you can take to soften the blow. By the Numbers — May 2026 (Statistics Canada) Overall CPI: +3.2% year over year (highest since December 2023) Grocery prices (food purchased from stores): +4.3% year over year Fresh vegetables: +9.0% year over year Fresh fruit: +5.3% year over year Tomatoes: +45.2% year over year Lettuce: +10.7% year over year G...
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Canada’s New Dental Care Plans: Making Smiles Brighter


The Canadian government has taken significant steps to improve access to dental care for eligible residents. Let’s explore the recent developments:

  1. Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP):

    • The CDCP aims to ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for eligible Canadian residents who currently lack dental insurance.
    • It will cover some of the costs of various oral health care services.
    • Applications for the CDCP will open in phases, starting with seniors aged 87 and above in December 2023.
    • The rollout will continue, including coverage for children under 18 and adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate.

  2. Canada Dental Benefit (CDB):

    • The CDB is Canada’s first iteration of a national free dental care program.
    • Eligible families will receive a tax-free payment of up to $650 per child under 12 for two years.
    • If you filed your 2022 taxes and your adjusted family net income is less than $90,000, you may receive an invitation letter to apply.

  3. Coverage Expansion:

    • The CDCP will gradually expand eligibility to include all qualifying seniors over 65 by May 2024, children under 18, and people with disabilities.
    • The goal is to provide comprehensive dental care for up to nine million Canadians who currently lack access to dental insurance.

  4. How to Apply:

    • If you’re eligible, you’ll receive a personalized application code and instructions.
    • Seniors aged 72 and over are currently receiving letters with application details.
    • If you haven’t received a letter but are eligible, online application options will be available later.
    • Trusted persons or delegates can assist with the application process.

Remember, a healthy smile contributes to overall well-being. Let’s celebrate these initiatives and work toward better oral health for all

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