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Claim Your Share: Navigating the $500-Million Bread Price-Fixing Settlement

  Canadians who purchased packaged bread between January 1, 2001, and December 31, 2021 , may be eligible for compensation from a $500-million class-action settlement . This lawsuit accused major grocery chains, including Loblaw Companies Ltd. and George Weston Ltd. , of participating in a price-fixing scheme that artificially inflated bread prices. Who Can Apply? Eligible claimants include individuals and businesses that bought packaged bread in Canada during the specified period. The settlement covers most packaged bread products , but excludes fresh in-store baked goods, artisan loaves, and frozen bread. How to File a Claim Once the settlement process is finalized, an online claims porta l will be available for submissions. Claimants will need to provide details about their bread purchases, though proof of purchase is not required for claims up to $25 . Those who previously received a $25 Loblaw gift card  in 2018–2019 can still apply, but the gift card amount will be deduc...
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Electoral Reform Advocates Target Alberta Byelection in Poilievre’s Bid to Return to Parliament

In a bold move aimed at drawing attention to Canada’s electoral system, the Longest Ballot Committee is preparing to flood the upcoming Alberta byelection with an unprecedented number of candidates. The advocacy group, known for its protest campaigns featuring excessively long ballots, has set its sights on the Battle River—Crowfoot riding, where Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre hopes to secure a seat after losing his long-held Carleton riding in the recent federal election.

The committee, which previously stacked ballots in Ontario, Quebec, and Manitoba byelections, is now aiming to register 200 candidates for the Alberta race—potentially setting a new record. Their goal is to spark a national conversation about electoral reform, arguing that Canada’s current system does not adequately represent voters. 

Poilievre, who lost his seat to Liberal Bruce Fanjoy on April 28, is expected to run in Battle River—Crowfoot after Conservative MP Damien Kurek pledged to step aside. The riding is considered a stronghold for the Conservative Party, with Kurek securing over 82% of the vote in the last election. 

Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated that he will call the byelection swiftly, ensuring Poilievre has the opportunity to return to the House of Commons. However, the Longest Ballot Committee’s efforts could complicate the process, as previous long-ballot elections have led to logistical challenges, including delays in vote counting and difficulties for voters handling oversized ballots. 

With the byelection expected to take place in the coming weeks, all eyes will be on Battle River—Crowfoot to see whether the committee’s protest will influence discussions on electoral reform—or simply add another layer of complexity to Poilievre’s political comeback.

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