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Canada’s Inflation Climbs to 2.4% as Gas Prices Surge to Record High

  Canada’s inflation rate accelerated to 2.4% in March , up from 1.8% in February, as the Iran war triggered the largest monthly gasoline price increase on record . Statistics Canada reported that gas prices surged 21.2% month‑over‑month , a supply‑shock response to Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz and broader Middle East instability.  Energy costs were the dominant driver of March inflation, with overall energy prices rising 3.9% year‑over‑year after a sharp decline the month before. Excluding gasoline, inflation would have eased to 2.2% , highlighting how concentrated the price shock was.  Food inflation offered mixed relief: grocery prices rose 4.4% , while fresh vegetables jumped 7.8% due to difficult growing conditions. Restaurant inflation cooled sharply as last year’s tax‑holiday distortions fell out of the annual comparison.  Economists note that while headline inflation spiked, core measures remained relatively tame , giving the Bank of Canada ro...

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Arbuckle Leads Argos to Grey Cup Glory with Stellar Performance

 

In a thrilling showdown at the 111th Grey Cup, Nick Arbuckle led the Toronto Argonauts to a commanding 41-24 victory over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Making his first Grey Cup start, Arbuckle threw for two touchdowns, earning MVP honors and securing Toronto’s 19th championship title.

The game, held at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, saw the Argonauts dominate the fourth quarter, outscoring the Bombers 24-3. Arbuckle’s precise passing and the Argos’ formidable defense, which recorded four interceptions, were key to their triumph.

Toronto’s defense shone brightly, with three interceptions in the final quarter alone, including a 61-yard pick-six by Robert Priester that sealed the victory. The Argos’ offense was equally impressive, with Arbuckle completing 26 of 37 passes for 252 yards.

Winnipeg’s efforts were led by Zach Collaros, who threw for 202 yards and one touchdown but was hindered by four interceptions. Despite a strong start, the Bombers couldn’t keep up with the Argos’ relentless pace.

This victory marks the Argonauts’ second Grey Cup win in three years, solidifying their status as one of the CFL’s most successful franchises.


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