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Canada’s Inflation Cools to 2.2% in October Amid Cheaper Gas and Groceries

  Motorists fuel up at an ONroute gas station near Maple, Ont., on April 1, 2025. Lower gas prices helped bring overall inflation down in October, Statistics Canada says. Canada’s annual inflation rate eased to 2.2% in October , down from 2.4% in September. The slowdown was largely driven by falling gasoline and grocery prices, offering some relief to consumers after months of persistent cost pressures. Key Drivers of the Decline Gasoline prices dropped 4.8% month-over-month , as retailers switched to cheaper winter fuel blends and global crude oil prices fell due to oversupply concerns. Grocery prices fell 0.6% in October , marking the largest monthly decline since September 2020. Annual grocery inflation cooled to 3.4% , down from 4% in September, with lower costs for processed foods and fresh vegetables offsetting higher prices for chicken. Excluding gasoline, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.6% year-over-year , showing that underlying inflationary pressures remain....
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Roughriders Capture Grey Cup Glory with 25-17 Triumph Over Alouettes

                                            Saskatchewan quarterback Trevor Harris raises the Grey Cup. 

The Saskatchewan Roughriders are once again Grey Cup champions after defeating the Montreal Alouettes 25-17 in a thrilling final. The Riders showcased resilience and determination, pulling ahead in the second half with a balanced offensive attack and a stout defensive performance that kept the Alouettes at bay.

Quarterback leadership and clutch plays from the receiving corps proved decisive, while the defense forced key turnovers that shifted momentum in Saskatchewan’s favor. Montreal fought hard, narrowing the gap late in the game, but the Roughriders’ composure sealed the victory.

This win marks a historic moment for the franchise, energizing fans across Rider Nation and adding another chapter to the team’s storied legacy in Canadian football.


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