Halloween candy prices up 10–20% in Canada due to crop issues and shrinkflation, costing families $3 more.

Halloween candy prices in Ontario and across Canada are rising 10 to 20 percent compared to 2024, adding about $3 to the average family’s cost, driven by higher cocoa and sugar prices due to drought and crop disease in West Africa, along with shrinkflation—smaller candy sizes at unchanged prices. Consumers report feeling guilt over smaller portions, leading some to hand out more treats, increasing spending. An average family expecting 60 trick-or-treaters may spend $27, up from $24, with prices varying by retailer, such as a 50-pack of Nestlé bars from $8.97 to $14.99. Some are switching to healthier options like granola bars or seaweed snacks, which have also risen in price.