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Airdrie mayor talks accommodation tax, living wage

Airdrie Mayor Heather Spearman discusses the potential for a municipal accommodation tax and the city's living wage policy on Alberta Primetime. Learn about the fiscal strategies for Alberta's growing city.

Calgary Food Bank Sees 63% Spike in Demand Amid Rising Costs

Community Kitchen Program Calgary reports a 63% increase in demand as one in four Alberta families faces food insecurity. Executive director Sundae Nordin details the struggle to feed a growing number of seniors, students, and working people.

Gas Prices Fall Again Across the Maritimes

Drivers in the Maritimes are seeing relief at the pumps as fuel prices drop. Get the latest details on this welcome trend and what it means for your wallet.

Young Canadians Face Financial Future Challenges

A new report highlights how soaring living costs are delaying traditional life milestones for young Canadians like Taylor Arnt, 27, of Winnipeg. Explore the financial pressures reshaping a generation.

Canada's Food Inflation Climbs to 4.7% in November

Food inflation in Canada surged to 4.7% in November, the highest in nearly two years. Expert analysis points to structural problems, not greedflation, as the root cause. Learn what's driving the cost-of-living crisis.

Young Canadians Face a Happiness Gap, Report Shows

A new report highlights a significant happiness gap affecting young Canadians. Discover the unique challenges, from housing to mental health, shaping this generation's outlook and their hopes for the future.

Canadian Coffee Prices Surge in December 2025

Canadian consumers are facing steeper coffee bills this holiday season. A new report confirms rising costs are real, not imagined. Discover the factors behind the price hike.

Food Costs to Rise for Canadian Families in 2026

A new report forecasts increased food spending for the average Canadian family in 2026. Learn about the factors driving this trend and how it impacts household budgets across the country.

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