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Toronto City Council Approves Pilot Project for City-Run Grocery Stores to Combat Rising Food Costs

The Toronto city council has greenlit a pilot project for four city-run grocery stores, aimed at providing affordable food by bypassing profits and reducing property taxes. The proposal, championed by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, comes as many residents grapple with escalating costs. Mayor Olivia Chow expanded the plan, including a review of city tools to prevent price gouging by large retailers. The motion passed with twenty-one votes in favor, three against, and two absentees. Critics argue that private stores already offer competitive prices on essentials. The council will now study the projects details, signaling a push for innovative solutions to everyday expenses in the city.

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