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10 Proven Ways Canadian Families Can Save Big on Groceries This Summer

  Published on moneysavings.ca | Personal Finance & Everyday Savings If you've been to a Canadian grocery store lately, you already know — the sticker shock is real. Feeding a family in Canada has become one of the biggest household expenses, and with food prices still elevated, many families are looking for smart, practical ways to stretch every dollar. The good news? You don't have to sacrifice quality or go hungry to save big. With a few simple habit changes, many Canadian families are cutting hundreds of dollars off their monthly grocery bills. Here are 10 strategies you can start using today. 1. Shop the "Reduced for Quick Sale" Section First Every major grocery store in Canada — from Loblaws to Sobeys to Walmart — has a section dedicated to items nearing their best-before date. These items are often marked down by 30–50%, and they're perfectly good to eat within a day or two (or freeze immediately). Make it a habit to check this section the moment...

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Trudeau Set to Announce Temporary GST Break on Essential Items

 

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce a temporary GST break on essential items, responding to affordability pressures faced by Canadians. This announcement, anticipated on Thursday, comes after demands from the New Democratic Party (NDP) for more substantial and permanent tax relief measures.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has stated that while the temporary GST break is a step in the right direction, it falls short of the permanent relief his party has been advocating for. The GST break is part of a broader multi-billion-dollar package aimed at providing immediate financial relief to families struggling with rising costs.

The temporary suspension of the GST will apply to a range of essential items, including certain grocery products, children’s clothing, and other necessities. This measure is expected to take effect before the holiday season, offering some respite to Canadians during a time of increased financial strain.

The announcement is seen as a strategic move by the Liberal government to address growing public dissatisfaction and to break the legislative gridlock that has recently paralyzed the House of Commons. The NDP has indicated their support for the measure, which could help expedite its passage through Parliament.


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