In a bid to combat skyrocketing grocery prices, Canadians are rediscovering the art of home economics, says Blacklock's Reporter.According to a recent survey by the Department of Agriculture, consumers are embracing traditional practices like canning, freezing, and meal planning to save money.The survey revealed that 44% of respondents are cooking more meals at home, while 43% are making grocery lists and 41% are planning their meals in advance. Additionally, 35% are freezing and canning food to reduce waste and stretch their budgets.The research suggests that the economic downturn has led to a shift in consumer behavior, with 80% of respondents expressing concern over the affordability of food in Canada. Despite this, only 21% believe that food and beverage retailers are making an effort to stabilize prices.The survey also found that consumers are now driven by cost, with 64% unwilling to pay more for Canadian-produced food if it means higher prices. Even in higher income brackets, 28% of respondents disagreed that Canadian-grown and produced foods are affordable.The findings are a stark reminder of the challenges many Canadians face in accessing nutritious food. A 2023 Department of Health report found that fewer than a third of Canadians (30%) are eating the minimum five daily servings of fresh fruit and vegetables recommended in the Canada Food Guide..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
In a bid to combat skyrocketing grocery prices, Canadians are rediscovering the art of home economics, says Blacklock's Reporter.According to a recent survey by the Department of Agriculture, consumers are embracing traditional practices like canning, freezing, and meal planning to save money.The survey revealed that 44% of respondents are cooking more meals at home, while 43% are making grocery lists and 41% are planning their meals in advance. Additionally, 35% are freezing and canning food to reduce waste and stretch their budgets.The research suggests that the economic downturn has led to a shift in consumer behavior, with 80% of respondents expressing concern over the affordability of food in Canada. Despite this, only 21% believe that food and beverage retailers are making an effort to stabilize prices.The survey also found that consumers are now driven by cost, with 64% unwilling to pay more for Canadian-produced food if it means higher prices. Even in higher income brackets, 28% of respondents disagreed that Canadian-grown and produced foods are affordable.The findings are a stark reminder of the challenges many Canadians face in accessing nutritious food. A 2023 Department of Health report found that fewer than a third of Canadians (30%) are eating the minimum five daily servings of fresh fruit and vegetables recommended in the Canada Food Guide..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
