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Manitoba's Inflation: Highest in Canada, Relief Measures in Sight
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Manitobas inflation rate, at 4.3%, is the highest in Canada, driven by steep increases in property taxes and food prices. The provincial government has implemented relief measures like fuel tax cuts and plans to eliminate provincial sales tax on more food items. However, the opposition advocates for income tax cuts and questions the new property tax credit system. The government urges the opposition to pass the budget bill for the food tax cut to take effect by Canada Day. Food price increases are attributed to Manitobas distance from agricultural hubs and fewer grocery chains, with the Premier hinting at more relief measures, possibly including direct subsidies for healthy food.
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