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How to Protect Your Wallet from Rising Food Prices in Canada

   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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Retail Shake‑Up: Toys “R” Us Hit by Store Closures Amid Rent Disputes

 


Toys “R” Us is facing a new wave of store closures as landlords across Canada claim the retailer has fallen behind on rent payments. Several property owners have filed legal actions alleging significant unpaid balances, adding pressure to a brand that has already spent years fighting to regain stability in a changing retail landscape.

Multiple locations in provinces such as Ontario, New Brunswick, and British Columbia have recently shut their doors after lease terminations tied to overdue rent. In some cases, stores were closed abruptly, leaving fully stocked spaces locked and inaccessible to customers. The closures mark another setback for the company as it navigates rising operational costs, increased competition, and the ongoing shift toward online shopping.

The financial strain has accelerated a broader contraction of the chain’s physical footprint. Once a dominant force in the toy industry, Toys “R” Us now faces the challenge of rebuilding trust with landlords while attempting to modernize its business model and maintain relevance with today’s consumers.


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