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   The 2026 Survival Guide — 10 proven strategies to cut your grocery bill and fight back against inflation. MoneySavings.ca  ·  May 10, 2026  ·  8 min read If your grocery bill has been quietly climbing, you're not imagining it. Canadian families are facing the steepest food inflation in years — but with the right strategies, you can fight back. Here's exactly what to do. The Numbers Are Real — And They Hurt Let's not sugarcoat it. According to the 2026 Canada Food Price Report , food prices across the country are expected to rise between 4% and 6% this year, driven largely by beef prices climbing roughly 7%. The culprits? A perfect storm of US–Canada trade tariffs, shrinking cattle herds, and rising supply chain costs. $17,571 Projected food spend for a family of 4 in 2026 +$994 More than in 2025 — per family, per year +27% Higher than just five years ago 4–6% Overall food price increas...

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Lula Defiant as U.S.-Brazil Trade Tensions Escalate

 

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has issued a bold rebuke to former U.S. President Donald Trump, declaring, “No gringo is going to give orders to this president,” in response to a sweeping 50% tariff imposed by the United States on Brazilian goods.

The tariffs, set to begin in August, were justified by Trump as retaliation for Brazil’s treatment of former President Jair Bolsonaro and alleged unfair trade practices. In a letter, Trump criticized Bolsonaro’s legal troubles as a “witch hunt” and accused Brazil of undermining free speech and democratic norms.

Lula, speaking to a crowd of student activists in Goias, emphasized Brazil’s sovereignty and rejected foreign interference. He also announced plans to regulate and tax U.S. tech firms, accusing them of spreading misinformation and inciting violence under the guise of free expression.

While tensions rise, Brazil’s Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira signaled openness to dialogue, stating that Lula is willing to speak with Trump if the opportunity arises. Meanwhile, Brazil is preparing potential countermeasures and consulting with affected industries as the trade dispute unfolds.

Lula’s firm stance has resonated domestically, with early signs of a rebound in his approval ratings following the confrontation.

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