Inflation in Canada has stabilized, but food inflation is continuing to rise. Food prices rose 5 per cent in 2025, and some items saw much larger increases – such as beef and coffee. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced some affordability measures this week – like an increase to the GST credit – aimed at lowering grocery bills.

Today, food economist Mike von Massow explains why food prices remain so high, what’s driving the increase of specific items and what can be done about it.

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