With inflation causing food prices to rise, consumers are looking for deals, and a new app is offering to help people find savings at the grocery store, while helping cut down on food waste. “Too Good to Go” has launched in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. It connects consumers with businesses who have surplus food at the … Read more
As baby formula shortages continue to cause concerns for parents both at home and in the United States, there is a facility in Kingston, Ont. that makes formula. However, it doesn’t make baby formula for Canada, it’s shipped overseas. The switch to making domestic supply is not so simple. The Canada Royal Milk Plant was … Read more
The food going into grocery store shopping carts in Canada is changing as many consumers struggle to afford basics amid a nearly 10 per cent increase in food costs, the head of one of the country’s largest supermarket chains said Wednesday. “We are seeing double digit rates of inflation on basic commodities like eggs, flour … Read more
OTTAWA — Canada’s new food guide does away with food groups and portion sizes, focusing instead on broader guidelines that include eating more plant-based protein and drinking more water. The food-guide facelift unveiled today reflects a new approach by Health Canada aimed at promoting healthier eating and lifestyle choices, rather than emphasizing serving sizes and … Read more
A 30-year high in the annual rate of inflation is hitting Canada’s lowest-income families hardest, experts say, as price hikes compound on groceries, essentials and other critical areas for those already struggling to make ends meet. The consumer price index rose 4.8 per cent in the final month of 2021, the highest rate of increase … Read more
The vast majority of Canadian households, especially those with children, are worried about feeding their families amid decades-high inflation, according to a new survey. Polling from Ipsos conducted exclusively for Global News earlier this month shows that 72 per cent of families with children are worried about putting food on the table after inflation hit … Read more
Montrealer Olivia Collette sold her car in 2016 and hasn’t looked back. Collette, a communications consultant living in central Montreal, said getting around using a bicycle, a car-sharing service or a transit pass has not only saved her money, it’s often more enjoyable. “When it’s sunny and warm, it’s really pleasant,” Collette said of her … Read more
OTTAWA – Canada Food Guide quick facts Health Canada has updated its advice for Canadians to help them eat better and develop healthier food habits. What’s new: Recommends eating plenty of veggies and fruits, whole grains and protein foods Promotes choosing proteins that come from plants more often Says water should be your drink of … Read more
OTTAWA — With food prices expected to rise three to five per cent in 2021, an Ottawa nutritionist says there are a few simple things you can do to lower your grocery bill and eat healthy in the new year. The Canada Food Price Report 2021 says the average Canadian family will pay an extra … Read more
TORONTO — A sweeping new report on the state of Ontario’s grocery industry paints a picture of a sector where jobs are rapidly changing as retailers dive deeper into e-commerce and automation gains speed. With online grocery orders and delivery accelerated by the pandemic, the hiring of warehouse, logistics and order fulfillment workers or “personal … Read more
