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How Tariffs Are Affecting Your Grocery Bill (And What You Can Do About It)

If your grocery bill has been giving you sticker shock lately, you're not imagining things — and you're definitely not alone. Millions of Canadians across the country are opening their wallets wider at the checkout, and a big part of the reason can be traced back to one word: tariffs . In this post, we break down exactly what's been happening, how much it's costing you, which foods are hit hardest, and — most importantly — what you can do right now to protect your budget . 💡 Quick Stat: Canada's Food Price Report 2026 predicts a family of four will spend roughly $17,572 on groceries this year — nearly $1,000 more than last year.  What Happened? A Quick Timeline The grocery price squeeze didn't happen overnight. Here's the short version of what led us here: Early 2025: U.S. President Donald Trump imposed broad tariffs on Canadian goods entering the United States, rattling our export-heavy economy. March 2025: Canada fired back with 25% counter-tariffs ...

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Hamas Sticks to Demand for Gaza Truce Deal Implementation

 

 Amid ongoing conflict, Hamas remains steadfast in its position regarding Gaza truce talks. The Palestinian militant group insists that negotiations should focus on a deal already discussed with Israel and mediators, rather than starting anew. Israeli airstrikes, which recently claimed the lives of at least 19 Palestinians in the enclave, have intensified the urgency for a resolution.

The United States expressed optimism that peace talks scheduled for Thursday would proceed as planned, emphasizing the possibility of a ceasefire agreement. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to engage in discussions in Qatar, Egypt, and Israel. While the Israeli government confirmed its delegation’s participation, Hamas seeks a workable plan to implement a proposal it has already accepted, rather than engaging in further talks.

In the densely populated Deir Al-Balah, where many are desperate for a truce, Israeli airstrikes continue to exact a heavy toll. The conflict, now spanning 10 months, has resulted in nearly 40,000 Palestinian deaths, including commanders and fighters. A potential ceasefire deal aims to end hostilities in Gaza and secure the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli custody.

However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu maintains that the war can only end when Hamas is eradicated. As the situation remains tense, the international community watches closely, urging a swift resolution to prevent further loss of life.


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