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Tomato prices rose 45.2 per cent year-over-year in May, according to new inflation numbers released Monday. That's by far the highest price increase since May last year for any grocery item measured in the Consumer Price Index.

Inflation blew past expectations and rose to 3.2 per cent in May. But core inflation remained on target and the energy price shock is starting to relent.

Canada's annual inflation rate edged up to 3.2 per cent in May, according to Statistics Canada. While gas prices led the overall rate higher, the cost of fresh fruit and vegetables also soared, driving up overall food inflation.

EV sales are up 20.8 per cent in the first four months of 2026 compared to the same time in 2025. For cost-conscious car shoppers, industry analysts say sky-high gas prices and revived government incentives are making zero-emission vehicles a more .. ...