Toronto is getting City-run nonprofit grocery stores with cheaper prices
Toronto City Council has approved a pilot project that would see the City operate its own grocery stores in an effort to reduce food costs for shoppers.Councillor Anthony Peruzza, for Humber River—Black Creek, pushed for a pilot project to open four nonprofit grocery stores across the city, aiming to make everyday groceries more affordable in lo...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/toronto-nonprofit-grocery-stores/

West Hants affordable housing project ready for residents
The CBC's Jane Sponagle stopped by for a visit as the community was getting ready to welcome families.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7142100?cmp=rss

Builders warn dip in new home construction is a threat to London's economy
London's residential construction sector could lose thousands of jobs in coming months due to a slump in new development if governments don't waive fees to make new homes more affordable, a builders' lobbying group warns.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/london/builders-warn-home-construction-threat-9.7140402?cmp=rss

Free public transit could be a boost for kids who struggle to get to school: superintendent
Some Winnipeg students say the free public transit for children and youth promised in Manitoba's 2026 budget on Tuesday will make getting to and from school easier and more affordable.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/budget-2026-free-youth-transit-9.7140673?cmp=rss

The consumer rights federation VZBV welcomed the changes to the Riester pension reform that the Union (CDU/CSU) and SPD reached on Tuesday. "This agreement is a... https://news.osna.fm/?p=39513 | #news #affordable #consumerfriendly #pension #product

Some U.S. car buyers envy what they cannot have — affordable Chinese EVs
Survey shows 40 per cent of U.S. consumers ​support Chinese auto imports, while political opposition in U.S. remains strong
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/some-u-s-car-buyers-envy-what-they-cannot-have-affordable-chinese-evs-9.7139717?cmp=rss

Some U.S. car buyers envy what they cannot have — affordable Chinese EVs
Survey shows 40 per cent of U.S. consumers ​support Chinese auto imports, while political opposition in U.S. remains strong
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/some-u-s-car-buyers-envy-what-they-cannot-have-affordable-chinese-evs-9.7139717?cmp=rss

The popular Canada Strong Pass is making a comeback for summer 2026
If you're already planning your summer travels and want to stay closer to home, the good news is the Canada Strong Pass is making a comeback.The popular Canada Strong Pass is set to kick in from June 19 to Sept. 7, once again making domestic travel way more affordable — definitely great news with travel set to be even more expensive this year. Th...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/canada-strong-pass-comeback-summer-2026/

Thinking of moving to a more 'affordable' part of the country? Consider this
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/affordability-canada-provinces-factors-9.7126052?cmp=rss