According to a Leger survey today for the The Canadian Press, 64% of Canadians believe that the inflation rate in groceries is getting worse. In other words, nearly two-thirds of Canadians are skeptical of Statistics Canada's data.

Thank you MPP Natalia Kusendova-Bashta. Your support means a lot to all small business owners

Did you know Palma Pasta is named after Palma Petrucci who opened the store with her husband Marsilio back in 1985? Today Palma turns 93 years old. 🎂

As a processor, since 2021/2022 we have noticed pricing on main raw materials(beef, chicken, eggs, flour, cooking oils) depending on the product, has increased anywhere from 25 to 100%. The % can be debated but evidence indicates food inflation has definitely been impacted

Seeing prices increase on the processing side already!

Today Jane Harbury received her Palma Pasta lasagna

Curious, a question that I believe needs to addressed During the time of ‘conversion’, are cities willing to give all business affected, a tax exemption from property taxes, business licenses etc. to offset the initial losses??

#Mississauga Residents…Early Voting is June 1 & 2. Vote Parrish for Mayor this weekend.📍List of locations ⤵️ parrishformayor.com/how-to-vote/ 🗳️ Sat June 1, 2024. 10am-6pm 🗳️ Sun June 2, 2024. 10am-6pm

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Thank you for the overwhelming support and endorsements. 🙏 Get out and Vote Carolyn Parrish for Mayor this Mon June 10th. 10am-8pm 🗳️Bring friends & family from Mississauga to the polls with you. Every vote matters! Parrishformayor.com | #ParrishForMayor #MississaugaOntario

You're asking what "we" got wrong with the carbon tax? Here's my list... 1) The notion that "you get more than what you pay" simplifies what is, in reality, a multifaceted policy. While it's accurate that 80% of Canadians receive rebates to offset the costs of the carbon tax,

During Agriculture Week, we celebrate the 871,000 farmers and agri-food workers across the province who helped contribute nearly $51 billion to the provincial GDP in 2023. Together, we will keep building on that momentum. #loveONfood #OntAgWeek

Not acceptable with millions of Canadians going hungry

Canada’s dairy farms dump 7 per cent of all milk produced, study contends theglobeandmail.com/business/artic…

So true for small businesses, this was not well thought out. The CFIB should have been one of several business associations involved.

"The temporary GST holiday, set for an 8-week period, is going to be a disaster for grocers. The need to decode and recode systems during their busiest time of year will far outweigh the benefits for Canadians." journaldequebec.com/2024/11/23/con…

Everyone is for removing taxes, making it easier for Canadians. This will be a nightmare for grocers and small businesses to decode and then recode in February at a cost to the business owners The federal goverment did not think this through, nor did they consult with Dan Kelly

Eliminating the GST/HST is likely worse than doing nothing... Permanently eliminating taxes would have likely been more beneficial for consumers in the long run.

What is the news for food retailers?

"While a tax holiday on food may seem like a gift to consumers, its ripple effects—logistical headaches for grocers, inflationary risks, and regional disparities—could leave consumers paying the price long after the holidays are over." The Hidden Costs of Ottawa’s Food Tax