Ways Canadians Can Save at the Grocery Store

The cost of groceries continues to rise, according to Statistics Canada, causing Canadians to search for new ways to save. StatCan says grocery prices rose 1.5 percent in May, up from the 1.4 percent increase consumers saw in April. That’s part of the 22.5 percent increase customers have seen on food prices since 2020. Food Banks Canada says one in four Canadians is experiencing food insecurity, with many provinces getting a poor grade on poverty reduction efforts. For those looking to cut back on costs at the grocery store, here are some tips that can help before and during a shopping trip. Meal Planning Saving money on groceries begins before you leave home, by planning what food you’ll be eating over the next few weeks, according to savings expert Anne Arbour, director of partnerships and education at the Credit Counselling Society....