Top Stories· August 18, 2026 at 11:57 a.m.
Grocery Inflation in Canada: $100 Buys Only Two Small Bags
Key takeaways
- $100 can only buy enough groceries for two small bags
- Chicken breasts cost 15% more than last year
- Ground beef and eggs are 9% and 7% more expensive
A recent analysis by CTV News reveals that a $100 budget can only purchase enough groceries to fill two small bags, highlighting the impact of inflation on Canadian households. This is a significant decrease compared to previous years.