Ummmmmmm....OK
Guess that's why things have only practically doubled in price since the joker took over.
It’s “Grocery Rebate” Day…July 5th, 2023
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Guess that's why things have only practically doubled in price since the joker took over.
The last GST check that I’ve seen, my 35yr old Son was in High School…& all of the Trudeau “Rebates for Canadians” regardless of their various names are all just the GST rebate hanky-panky game of redistribution of tax dollars.
We (Lisa & I) have had one of our grandkids living with us for the last five weeks now, and it doesn’t seem like this is going to be a short term prospect. He’s 6’2” & 240lbs, 14yrs old and just went into grade 9 this year.
He’s proportioned like a CFL Player, with the metabolism and appetite of a 14yr old on a monstrous growth curve….craving protein constantly, & I get it because I went through the same thing.
Anyway, from the above link from the CBC: That's a pattern playing out in kitchens and on grocery lists across the country. According to a poll conducted by Ipsos in July, 47 per cent of meat eaters polled said they planned to cut back on their meat consumption this year, with cost the most common reason for doing so.
Now food researchers are saying that after years of being told to eat our veggies, inflation could be the reason we actually do it.
Food economist Mike von Massow said it's not surprising that people are changing their food habits in response to higher prices.
(Food Banks Canada says its annual survey shows that nearly two million people used a food bank in March 2023. That is the highest number of people using food banks since the group began collecting data in 1989. Food Banks Canada says food insecurity is rising with inflation and the high cost of living, which is causing more people to use food banks.)
"I think people are shopping differently," said von Massow, an associate professor at the University of Guelph's Food, Agricultural & Resource Economics department. "I think people are eating out in restaurants less than they were before.
"I know lots of families are eating smaller portion sizes. And that's what we're being encouraged to do by the Canadian Food Guide, anyway. You know, half your plate should be fresh fruits and vegetables."
Canada's Food Guide
Find our healthy eating recommendations, food guide kitchen, tips, resources and more.
Youd think hunting, fishing and gardening would be making a comeback but....who is going to teach them?
Make healthy food more expensive & it creates more fat people who can't afford the "good" stuff.View attachment 20250
The last GST check that I’ve seen, my 35yr old Son was in High School…& all of the Trudeau “Rebates for Canadians” regardless of their various names are all just the GST rebate hanky-panky game of redistribution of tax dollars.
We (Lisa & I) have had one of our grandkids living with us for the last five weeks now, and it doesn’t seem like this is going to be a short term prospect. He’s 6’2” & 240lbs, 14yrs old and just went into grade 9 this year.
He’s proportioned like a CFL Player, with the metabolism and appetite of a 14yr old on a monstrous growth curve….craving protein constantly, & I get it because I went through the same thing.
Anyway, from the above link from the CBC: That's a pattern playing out in kitchens and on grocery lists across the country. According to a poll conducted by Ipsos in July, 47 per cent of meat eaters polled said they planned to cut back on their meat consumption this year, with cost the most common reason for doing so.
Now food researchers are saying that after years of being told to eat our veggies, inflation could be the reason we actually do it.
Food economist Mike von Massow said it's not surprising that people are changing their food habits in response to higher prices.
(Food Banks Canada says its annual survey shows that nearly two million people used a food bank in March 2023. That is the highest number of people using food banks since the group began collecting data in 1989. Food Banks Canada says food insecurity is rising with inflation and the high cost of living, which is causing more people to use food banks.)
"I think people are shopping differently," said von Massow, an associate professor at the University of Guelph's Food, Agricultural & Resource Economics department. "I think people are eating out in restaurants less than they were before.
"I know lots of families are eating smaller portion sizes. And that's what we're being encouraged to do by the Canadian Food Guide, anyway. You know, half your plate should be fresh fruits and vegetables."
Salma (Ala Salma, also from Calgary) estimates he's eating about 25 per cent less meat and vegetables because of cost, and filling the gap not only with more grains, but with "stuff like cereal and junk food and chocolate bars."Canada's Food Guide
Find our healthy eating recommendations, food guide kitchen, tips, resources and more.food-guide.canada.ca
I dont know about you but if the shit hits the fan I can survive off of $75 worth of cabbage, carrots, onions, pork and rice. Cabbage rolls are the best damn survival food ever.
There’s a “Dutch Oven” joke in there somewhere.
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Urban Dictionary: Cabbage Ass
Cabbage Ass: The condition of having gas that leaves your anus wet, having to wipe after every fart
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Expect some food prices to get cheaper next year — but typical grocery bills may still go up by $700 — CBC News
Savvy shoppers should be able to find a few bargains at the grocery store next year, but even with prices for some essentials falling the typical Canadian family's overall grocery bill is set to increase by about $700 to more than $16,000 in 2024.
Angry shopper points out Ontario produce costs more at Loblaws than in U.S.
Author of the article
enette Wilford
Published Dec 04, 2023 • Last updated 2 days ago • 2 minute read
How can a bag of carrots packaged in Ontario cost less in Mississippi than your local grocery store?
That debate played out recently on TikTok.
Video shows a woman in Mississippi wondering how a large bag of Ontario carrots shipped from Canada cost her less than a dollar. That’s when another TikToker noted that the same bag of carrots from Hillside Gardens in Bradford costs about $3 in Ontario.
“It doesn’t make sense that that bag of carrots was 86 cents because that bag of carrots was grown and packaged here in Ontario,” Frank Domenic said in the video stitched with the original clip and shared on X.
“And when you buy that same bag of carrots in Southwestern Ontario, it will cost you $3,” he added.
“Which means that either in Mississippi, they are selling that bag of carrots at a loss, or grocery stores are taking advantage of our citizens, and they are price-gouging us.”
This Hillside Gardens carrots were not available on the Loblaws website, but a three-pound bag of Farmer’s Market carrots and a two-pound bag of organic are each listed for $3.99.
One user on X noted there’s a big difference in hourly minimum wages paid in Mssissippi ($9.82) and Ontario ($16.55), suggesting, “So maybe that accounts for the price difference.”
There are many reasons for the price difference, Professor Sylvain Charlebois — senior director of the agri-food analytics lab at Dalhousie University — told The Toronto Sun.
“Firstly, grocers often adopt different pricing strategies based on factors like customer demand and inventory levels, which can lead to price variations,” Charlebois explained.
“Additionally, some grocers might use loss-leading tactics, especially during certain times of the year, to attract customers to their stores.”
Charlebois noted that we’re not seeing everything in the video, including items that may be more affordable in Canada, but he did explain that the significant factor influencing prices is the listing fees suppliers have to pay.
“These fees can be burdensome and may lead suppliers to increase prices to cover these expenses,” he said. “This issue is particularly prevalent in Canada, which is something Canadians know little about. This highlights the importance of implementing a grocer’s code of conduct to address this concern.”
Like with any other product, Charlebois suggested shopping around when looking to score deals.
“There’s a good chance that another grocer may offer the same product at a more reasonable price.”
torontosun.com
Author of the article
enette WilfordPublished Dec 04, 2023 • Last updated 2 days ago • 2 minute read
How can a bag of carrots packaged in Ontario cost less in Mississippi than your local grocery store?
That debate played out recently on TikTok.
Video shows a woman in Mississippi wondering how a large bag of Ontario carrots shipped from Canada cost her less than a dollar. That’s when another TikToker noted that the same bag of carrots from Hillside Gardens in Bradford costs about $3 in Ontario.
“It doesn’t make sense that that bag of carrots was 86 cents because that bag of carrots was grown and packaged here in Ontario,” Frank Domenic said in the video stitched with the original clip and shared on X.
“And when you buy that same bag of carrots in Southwestern Ontario, it will cost you $3,” he added.
“Which means that either in Mississippi, they are selling that bag of carrots at a loss, or grocery stores are taking advantage of our citizens, and they are price-gouging us.”
This Hillside Gardens carrots were not available on the Loblaws website, but a three-pound bag of Farmer’s Market carrots and a two-pound bag of organic are each listed for $3.99.
One user on X noted there’s a big difference in hourly minimum wages paid in Mssissippi ($9.82) and Ontario ($16.55), suggesting, “So maybe that accounts for the price difference.”
There are many reasons for the price difference, Professor Sylvain Charlebois — senior director of the agri-food analytics lab at Dalhousie University — told The Toronto Sun.
“Firstly, grocers often adopt different pricing strategies based on factors like customer demand and inventory levels, which can lead to price variations,” Charlebois explained.
“Additionally, some grocers might use loss-leading tactics, especially during certain times of the year, to attract customers to their stores.”
Charlebois noted that we’re not seeing everything in the video, including items that may be more affordable in Canada, but he did explain that the significant factor influencing prices is the listing fees suppliers have to pay.
“These fees can be burdensome and may lead suppliers to increase prices to cover these expenses,” he said. “This issue is particularly prevalent in Canada, which is something Canadians know little about. This highlights the importance of implementing a grocer’s code of conduct to address this concern.”
Like with any other product, Charlebois suggested shopping around when looking to score deals.
“There’s a good chance that another grocer may offer the same product at a more reasonable price.”
Angry shopper points out Ontario produce costs more at Loblaws than in U.S.
The latest video shows a woman in Mississippi wondering how a large bag of Ontario carrots shipped from Canada cost her less than a dollar.
Mmm And my favorite dish! I'm with you!
The grocery code intends to promote fair dealings between grocers and their suppliers, including the application of penalties and fees. It was set up in an effort to bring more transparency, fairness and predictability to the industry as a whole.
The code, governed by the Office of the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct, includes trade rule provisions, a governance model and an adjudication and dispute resolution process.
As of Jan. 1, the code — which was being rolled out in stages — is fully operational, including the dispute resolution mechanism governing how complaints are addressed by the office and consequences for violations of the code.
Grocers, suppliers and other members will now be able to submit formal complaints. The office of the Canada Grocery Code will also start collecting annual membership dues.
Canadian grocery industry’s new code of conduct takes full effect | Globalnews.ca
The code is not intended to address retail food prices as it does not regulate pricing, control shelf placement or limit companies’ ability to negotiate commercial terms.
globalnews.ca
“We’re not expecting food prices to drop, we’re expecting food inflation to stabilize over time,” he said. “That will bring more competition, more choices to consumers over time, and when you hear about more competition, typically, you see prices being more stable, and in some cases, you could see prices drop over time.”
Business Matters: Canada's grocery code of conduct is coming in 2026. Here's what it means for you — Global News
Starting in the new year, Canada's grocery code of conduct will be in place, but experts say the impact on your shopping experience remains to be seen. Does that mean prices will go down? Some experts caution against expecting dramatic changes. Anne Gaviola has this story and more in Business...
Enforcement of Canada’s grocery code of conduct starts today. Here’s what it means for you
It’s meant to level the grocery playing field in Canada, which is dominated by five big chains. But will it actually help consumers?
I hope they can explain the price of beef.The grocery code intends to promote fair dealings between grocers and their suppliers, including the application of penalties and fees. It was set up in an effort to bring more transparency, fairness and predictability to the industry as a whole.
The code, governed by the Office of the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct, includes trade rule provisions, a governance model and an adjudication and dispute resolution process.
As of Jan. 1, the code — which was being rolled out in stages — is fully operational, including the dispute resolution mechanism governing how complaints are addressed by the office and consequences for violations of the code.
Grocers, suppliers and other members will now be able to submit formal complaints. The office of the Canada Grocery Code will also start collecting annual membership dues.
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, senior director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, told CTV News Channel on Wednesday that grocery shoppers shouldn’t anticipate food prices dropping any time soon.Canadian grocery industry’s new code of conduct takes full effect | Globalnews.ca
The code is not intended to address retail food prices as it does not regulate pricing, control shelf placement or limit companies’ ability to negotiate commercial terms.
“We’re not expecting food prices to drop, we’re expecting food inflation to stabilize over time,” he said. “That will bring more competition, more choices to consumers over time, and when you hear about more competition, typically, you see prices being more stable, and in some cases, you could see prices drop over time.”
Enforcement of the code began today, marking the end of a seven-month transition period and at least five years of discussions, proposals and negotiations. The code, to which Canada’s five largest grocers have signed on, aims to promote fair dealing between grocers and their suppliers.
Business Matters: Canada's grocery code of conduct is coming in 2026. Here's what it means for you — Global News
Starting in the new year, Canada's grocery code of conduct will be in place, but experts say the impact on your shopping experience remains to be seen. Does that mean prices will go down? Some experts caution against expecting dramatic changes. Anne Gaviola has this story and more in Business...apple.news
The goal of the code is not to make things cheaper for consumers; it is to improve relationships between suppliers and grocers.Enforcement of Canada’s grocery code of conduct starts today. Here’s what it means for you
It’s meant to level the grocery playing field in Canada, which is dominated by five big chains. But will it actually help consumers?www.thestar.com
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