Canadians' Grocery Bills To Rise $345 Next Year, Thanks To Falling Loonie, Climate Change: Study

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Canadians' Grocery Bills To Rise $345 Next Year, Thanks To Falling Loonie, Climate Change: Study
Topic Started: Dec 11 2015, 03:08 PM (1,022 Views)
Darcie	Dec 11 2015, 03:08 PM Post #1
Skeptic Posts: 31,154 Group: Member Member #714 Joined: March 30, 2010	Quote: GUELPH, Ont. — A new report says the average household in Canada will spend $8,631 on groceries and restaurant meals next year, up by $345 because of food inflation. The University of Guelph's latest forecast estimates that food inflation could be between two and four per cent in 2016 — compared with 4.1 per cent this year. The school's Food Institute estimates food inflation in 2015 cost the average Canadian household an extra $325 this year. The Food Institute says a combination of factors are pushing up prices, including the impact of climate change and the high value of the American dollar, which increases the price of imports from the United States. http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2015/12/10/grocery-and-restaurant-costs-to-gobble-up-your-budget-next-year-study-says_n_8771572.html?ncid=fcbklnkcahpmg00000001 Just because fuel went down and the Cost of living was lower because of this doesn't mean I can eat less.

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campy	Dec 13 2015, 08:47 AM Post #31
Handyman Extraordinaire Posts: 28,720 Group: no politics Member #204 Joined: February 2, 2006	Dialtone Dec 13 2015, 07:20 AM There are meal deals out there, and Casinos are usually the best since they hope you'll drop $20 into some machine on your way in or out. I've noticed the Casino restaurants are always at the back of the building so you have to walk past aisles of machines to get there. This morning we met friends at our local Casino for breakfast, and it was our turn to pay. There were 5 adults, and we all had eggs, bacon / sausage, toast, hash browns, and all the coffee you can drink. Total cost, was $28 including the tip and GST, can't go too far wrong at that price. On top of that if you are a player and use your card, you can get comps whether you win or lose. Just by playing. They can be anywhere from $5 to $50.00 plus cash back on your card for points. They want to keep you playing.



Dialtone	Dec 13 2015, 09:01 AM Post #32
Gold Star Member Posts: 7,190 Group: Member Member #721 Joined: April 1, 2010	I was in for my annual physical a couple weeks ago, all was pretty good . My cholesterol levels are slightly elevated, as they have been for the past 15 yrs. My Doc did his due diligence and suggested I may want to consider statins, (been there, done that, won't do it again) but I gave him my usual refusal and told him I'd keep my weight in check, and watch my diet. He said that the Mediterranean diet is the best, and to have red meat maybe once a month. (guess I better eat those steaks in the freezer before next year) I told him I enjoyed a glass of wine on occasion, so he mentioned that part of the Mediterranean diet is red wine for those who want it. I've been trying to do my part with usually a glass or 2 around evening meal time, and it appears to agree with me. As I progress into the mainstream of senior life, I'm a firm believer that if you enjoy something and can afford it, then enjoy what you enjoy. biggrin 04



campy	Dec 13 2015, 09:08 AM Post #33
Handyman Extraordinaire Posts: 28,720 Group: no politics Member #204 Joined: February 2, 2006	Dialtone Dec 13 2015, 09:01 AM I was in for my annual physical a couple weeks ago, all was pretty good . My cholesterol levels are slightly elevated, as they have been for the past 15 yrs. My Doc did his due diligence and suggested I may want to consider statins, (been there, done that, won't do it again) but I gave him my usual refusal and told him I'd keep my weight in check, and watch my diet. He said that the Mediterranean diet is the best, and to have red meat maybe once a month. (guess I better eat those steaks in the freezer before next year) I told him I enjoyed a glass of wine on occasion, so he mentioned that part of the Mediterranean diet is red wine for those who want it. I've been trying to do my part with usually a glass or 2 around evening meal time, and it appears to agree with me. As I progress into the mainstream of senior life, I'm a firm believer that if you enjoy something and can afford it, then enjoy what you enjoy. biggrin 04 I'm probably the oldest guy here. Roman numerals LXXXII. Pretty good shape. Weight same as when I played high school football. I give full credit to my doctor. He told me I should see him more often. I told him the previous doctor I had told me I was a hypochondriac so I stopped going.



swing	Dec 13 2015, 10:10 AM Post #34
swing Posts: 9,979 Group: Member Member #359 Joined: August 18, 2006	On top of that if you are a player and use your card, you can get comps whether you win or lose. Just by playing. They can be anywhere from $5 to $50.00 plus cash back on your card for points. They want to keep you playing. I have a "palace casino card". I never play the slots anymore. I used to occasionally, but they took out the 25 cent machines i won on ~ go figure? Their card entitles you to 10% off every meal. They have a 4.00 breakfast special until 11 a.m. each day this includes coffee! Weekends they have steak and eggs for 10.99.



campy	Dec 13 2015, 10:23 AM Post #35
Handyman Extraordinaire Posts: 28,720 Group: no politics Member #204 Joined: February 2, 2006	swing Dec 13 2015, 10:10 AM On top of that if you are a player and use your card, you can get comps whether you win or lose. Just by playing. They can be anywhere from $5 to $50.00 plus cash back on your card for points. They want to keep you playing. I have a "palace casino card". I never play the slots anymore. I used to occasionally, but they took out the 25 cent machines i won on ~ go figure? Their card entitles you to 10% off every meal. They have a 4.00 breakfast special until 11 a.m. each day this includes coffee! Weekends they have steak and eggs for 10.99. You can't beat that. Yes I can understand them taking out the older machines. The new ones are all flash and brilliance and make you think you are winning.



Darcie	Dec 13 2015, 10:30 AM Post #36
Skeptic Posts: 31,154 Group: Member Member #714 Joined: March 30, 2010	swing Dec 13 2015, 10:10 AM On top of that if you are a player and use your card, you can get comps whether you win or lose. Just by playing. They can be anywhere from $5 to $50.00 plus cash back on your card for points. They want to keep you playing. I have a "palace casino card". I never play the slots anymore. I used to occasionally, but they took out the 25 cent machines i won on ~ go figure? Their card entitles you to 10% off every meal. They have a 4.00 breakfast special until 11 a.m. each day this includes coffee! Weekends they have steak and eggs for 10.99. The Montreal Casino had great bargains when I was there. Everyone from out of town who came to visit always wanted to go to the Montreal Casino. http://casinosduquebec.com/montreal/en/restaurants-bars



Alli	Dec 13 2015, 03:41 PM Post #37
Mistress, House of Cats Posts: 4,732 Group: Member Member #711 Joined: March 30, 2010	So many of the large grocery chain absolutely price gouge. I had to be at the Mall last week I popped into Zehrs I needed lettuce it was insane one head of Romaine $2.98 Iceberg was the same price. Freshco for the same products were .99 cents.. Sour dough bread used to be $2.50 that would last well over a week for me, Checked the next time I was in they jumped the price to $3.75 I definitely would not pay that much however on the day old rack there were several loaves I picked up a couple had them sliced there by having 2 for the price of 1 when they are reduced to half price. We have local markets fresh fruit and vegetables you would think with such availability they wouldn't be so expensive I don't recall the last time I bought cherries in season along with other fruits that are out priced Currently I am on a special Renal Diet that requires certain foods, you have to improvise to be cost effective and affordable to my budget..... I cringe when I have to shop



Darcie	Dec 13 2015, 03:51 PM Post #38
Skeptic Posts: 31,154 Group: Member Member #714 Joined: March 30, 2010	Alli Dec 13 2015, 03:41 PM So many of the large grocery chain absolutely price gouge. I had to be at the Mall last week I popped into Zehrs I needed lettuce it was insane one head of Romaine $2.98 Iceberg was the same price. Freshco for the same products were .99 cents.. Sour dough bread used to be $2.50 that would last well over a week for me, Checked the next time I was in they jumped the price to $3.75 I definitely would not pay that much however on the day old rack there were several loaves I picked up a couple had them sliced there by having 2 for the price of 1 when they are reduced to half price. We have local markets fresh fruit and vegetables you would think with such availability they wouldn't be so expensive I don't recall the last time I bought cherries in season along with other fruits that are out priced Currently I am on a special Renal Diet that requires certain foods, you have to improvise to be cost effective and affordable to my budget..... I cringe when I have to shop I hear you Alli. Any specialized diet is expensive. I detest grocery shopping, make my own bread because mine is over $6 a loaf. I could go on forever. I don't know what the answer is to this, I cannot imagine having to worry about feeding your kids well, I feel for families. It is not only trying to eliminate hunger but giving them healthy food to grow on and to be able to have an optimum situation for learning. Edited by Darcie, Dec 13 2015, 03:52 PM.



Delphi51	Dec 13 2015, 05:46 PM Post #39
Member title Posts: 13,967 Group: Administration Member #441 Joined: October 10, 2006	As we get more serious about curbing carbon emissions while the world population continues to grow, we will have to cut back on meat. I expect there will soon be moves to tax its production as an undesirable product.



haili	Dec 14 2015, 01:28 AM Post #40
Gold Star Member Posts: 7,084 Group: Member Member #387 Joined: September 15, 2006	I think the price of meat has made people cut back already. As for fresh produce, it's no wonder the prices have gone up along with the lower value of our dollar. One reason meat has gone up is the increased use of ethanol which drives up the price of animal feed. Also, India and China are creating increased demand for meat which drives up the price.



Trotsky	Dec 14 2015, 01:43 AM Post #41
Big City Boy Posts: 38,319 Group: Member Member #79 Joined: September 8, 2005	haili Dec 14 2015, 01:28 AM I think the price of meat has made people cut back already. One reason meat has gone up is the increased use of ethanol which drives up the price of animal feed. Also, India and China are creating increased demand for meat which drives up the price. Yep, Price will always be the limiter on meat (and fish.) The very-RICH will never have to give up anything. Quote: As for fresh produce, it's no wonder the prices have gone up along with the lower value of our dollar. THey have also soared against even the relatively "high" value of the $US.



Bitsy	Dec 14 2015, 02:17 AM Post #42
Veteran Member Posts: 31,383 Group: Member Member #267 Joined: March 11, 2006	Good read. http://www.cheatsheet.com/business/price-pressures-from-farm-to-table-how-rising-food-costs-hit-home.html/?a=viewall



Alli	Dec 14 2015, 03:06 AM Post #43
Mistress, House of Cats Posts: 4,732 Group: Member Member #711 Joined: March 30, 2010	Bitsy Dec 14 2015, 02:17 AM Good read. http://www.cheatsheet.com/business/price-pressures-from-farm-to-table-how-rising-food-costs-hit-home.html/?a=viewall can't get past the notice to subscribe popping up and I have my pop up starter on too... Couldn't read the article



Bitsy	Dec 14 2015, 03:15 AM Post #44
Veteran Member Posts: 31,383 Group: Member Member #267 Joined: March 11, 2006	Alli Dec 14 2015, 03:06 AM Bitsy Dec 14 2015, 02:17 AM Good read. http://www.cheatsheet.com/business/price-pressures-from-farm-to-table-how-rising-food-costs-hit-home.html/?a=viewall can't get past the notice to subscribe popping up and I have my pop up starter on too... Couldn't read the article Clicking the X on the pop up doesn't take you to the article? Too bad you can't read it as it explains many of the reasons. A global issue: 1. Rising demand 2. Worker shortage 3. Drought 4. Climate change 5. Price pressures from industry consolidation 6. Price pressures from oil Why meat prices are in focus Meat is one of the most energy-intensive foods to produce; according to the EPA, 1 pound of beef demands nearly 1,800 gallons of water, not to mention the cost and added energy associated with moving, slaughtering, butchering and processing that meat. Because of the energy involved, it seems natural that meat is more easily affected by other contributing price pressures (drought, oil, etc.) than say, broccoli or kale. All of that energy means that meat is often one of the most expensive foods you can put on your plate, and it’s getting still pricier. According to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average retail price for uncooked beef steak reached a record high this past August, when it hit $7.36 per pound. It’s not just steak, either; hamburger meat has gone up too. According to the BLS, a pound of hamburger has risen 13.1% year since last year, and beef roast has risen by more than 17%. A report from the USDA, however, suggest that despite price hikes and a trend toward healthier eating in which meat is often demonized, American meat consumption is at a “record high.” The report notes that in 2000, the average American consumed 195 pounds of meat in a year (including red meat, poultry and fish), which approximately 57 pounds more than the average American consumed in the 1950s. The most recent reports, however, do note a trend toward declining meat consumption, namely due to the recent food crises since 2000, in addition to the recent recession and slowly recovering economy.



haili	Dec 16 2015, 01:09 AM Post #45
Gold Star Member Posts: 7,084 Group: Member Member #387 Joined: September 15, 2006	Jimmy's Food Price Hike is the title of the documentary that's running weekly on TVO. This week's was focussed on pork, wheat and chocolate. There is a high demand for these products coming from Asia and India and drought plays a big part in the price of wheat. North Americans are not the only ones demanding meat; the demand has gone up in the developing world and when there is increased demand the supply goes down and prices go up. Chocolate bar shrinkage could be a good thing but it's happening because of reduced supply as farmers aren't making enough money to stay in the business. China has bought up land all over the world to grow soy beans etc. and secure their own food supply. This is an interesting documentary which is showing a lot of the things Bitsy mentioned in the above post. Commodity trading is another factor that forces prices up. Maybe in Canada we'll have to go back to eating the way we did years ago when hardly anyone ate lettuce salads in winter; it was coleslaw with our own cabbage and carrots, root veg. like turnips, beets, etc.



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