In Nain, Labrador, grocery prices rose 62% from 2011 to 2021, with the Nutrition North Canada program criticized for not controlling costs.
Residents of Nain, Labrador, are facing "inhumane" grocery prices, with food costs rising 62% from 2011 to 2021, the highest among northern communities. The federal Nutrition North Canada program, intended to subsidize food prices, is criticized for failing to control costs, allowing retailers to prioritize profits. Economists suggest introducing price caps on subsidized products and exploring co-operatives or government-run stores to alleviate food insecurity.
September 29, 2024
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