Food Prices Rise

More people in Saskatchewan need help

NEWS TALK 980 CJME
Reported By Erin Slobodian
The latest inflation numbers show food is getting more and more expensive. Prices for fruits, veggies and other groceries jumped to 7.9 per cent in March. That's the highest rate in over two decades.

That may be why more people in Regina are having a tough time keeping food on the table. While the province is doing well during the economic turmoil some individuals are suffering.

There has been an increase in families needing help from Souls Harbour Rescue Mission. Executive Director Michelle Porter tells the Leader Post "when the rich get richer the poor get poorer."

The paper goes on to talk to the boss at the Regina Food Bank. Wayne Hellquist says food bank demand is rising but corporate donations are down. Recent statistics indicate 40 per cent more people are using food banks in Saskatoon.

Nationally, inflation is down to 1.2 per cent from the previous 1.4 per cent.