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Publication Date: November 1, 2025 - 04:00
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Costs of infant formula contributing to food insecurity, new report finds
November 1, 2025
A new report by Ottawa Public Health shows one in four families are experiencing some form of food insecurity. The report, which monitors food affordability each year found about a 10 per cent increase in families experiencing food insecurity in the last five years. The 2025 report included the costs of infant formula for the first time, showing additional challenges for families in the city.
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Alberta’s Official Opposition on Sunday said a Globe and Mail story documenting ties between Premier Danielle Smith’s government and an Edmonton businessman underscore the need for a public inquiry into the province’s health care procurement practices.New Democratic Party Leader Naheed Nenshi said The Globe’s investigation detailing links between executive Sam Mraiche and Ms. Smith’s government reveal “deep, deep, deep” ties worthy of further examination.
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November 30, 2025 - 21:24 | | CBC News - Canada
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November 30, 2025 - 21:24 | Andrea Woo | The Globe and Mail
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