The federal government has announced 4.5 billion dollars in new measures to help Canadians deal with the growing cost of living. VCC's executive director discussed the measures with CBC Radio's Homestretch recently, reflecting on measures like doubling GST and the proposed dental coverage for children. Listen to the segment by clicking below.
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New federal affordability measures
VCC's Meaghon Reid discusses new federal government measures to tackle the rising cost of living
13 September 2022
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