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Author: Ariel Rabinovitch
Publication Date: February 17, 2026 - 09:50

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Inflation cooled to 2.3% in January but food prices up again: StatCan

February 17, 2026
The annual rate of consumer inflation in Canada cooled slightly in January, according to the latest data, while prices continue to rise for food and other essentials.


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